28 Things From Walmart To Give Your Backyard A Makeover On A Budget

28 Things From Walmart To Give Your Backyard A Makeover On A Budget

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-06-19 05:07

1. A four-piece rattan patio set, with padded cushions for maximum support while basking, that conveniently have zippers so you can easily remove and wash them when needed.

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Promising review: "I absolutely love it! It's a major upgrade from our last outdoor furniture. It was easy to assemble; my 16-year-old son put it together very quickly. Plus, the table is a nice bonus! The material isn't wood, so it will outlast any and all weather. Especially if you live in the South, where the weather changes in an instant." —Malissa

Price: $209.99+ (available in six colors)

2. Or a seat cushion and pillow to spruce up the patio furniture you already have. These deep-seated cushions will allow you hours of relaxation and comfort, so grab the latest Sarah J. Maas book and dive into those pages.

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Promising review: "Love the comfort and fit of these thick seat cushions on our patio furniture. The color is exactly what we expected, and we have updated the look of our older patio furniture. They were much less expensive than the ones we saw from another online vendor." —Patricia

Price: $44.97.

3. An iron firepit with a cover included so it can weather all the storms. You'll be roasting so many s'mores (both savory and sweet!) and livin' large in your backyard year-round.

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Promising review: "I love that the bowl of this firepit is not bolted to the frame and can be independently lifted out. It makes it so much easier to take care of. The assembly was extremely easy. The lid is sturdy and easy to handle with the hook included. My absolute favorite thing about this firepit was that it came with a cover included. This firepit is sent to you ready to be cared for well and easily. The cover seems to be water-resistant, has an elastic band at the base, and is simple to put in place. The size is perfect and easy to handle. It is lightweight whether the bowl is in the frame or you are carrying each piece separately. The price is amazing, not only for the firepit itself but also for having all of the simple care already ready, which makes it that much easier to be happy with this purchase. If you have been looking for a great and easy-to-care-for firepit, you found it." —Anonymous 

Price: $34 (originally $37.88) 

4. A string of outdoor glass globe bistro lights that will illuminate your backyard and all the hard work you've put into your outdoor space. Family dinners al fresco under the warm glow of the string lights? Heaven.

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Promising review: "We have had our lights for over two years now. I purchased four boxes in case I wanted to add to or replace them if they stopped making them after the season. Glad to see they are still making them. Ours have been outside in the weather, and we have had one light bulb break from a storm, but all lights are working. Just had to replace that one bulb. These are good lights that last." —Jessica

Price: $9.98+ (originally $13.78; available in two colors)

5. A striped patio umbrella with a three-way tilt and crank feature to easily angle and open up the umbrella-ella-ella-eh-eh...We are all waiting on that next Rihanna album, but in the meantime, enjoy your summer outside beneath some Mediterranean beach-looking shade.

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Promising review: "This umbrella is well designed and made well! It's a gorgeous design! I would highly recommend it! I purchased the burgundy color and I'm very happy with it." —Vee

Price: $39.94+ (originally $44.77; available in four styles)

6. An area rug that fits perfectly with beachside coastal decor. If the reviewer below says the rug is soft enough for their grandchild to crawl on, then you know it is truly soft.

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Promising review: "The rug shipped and arrived in time for my Easter porch luncheon! The rug is a beautiful blue and cream color. It is not like the plastic feeling outdoor rugs, it is very nice and feels great. Our grandbaby is crawling, and it is so much softer on his knees. I am ordering another one for the other area of the porch, 10/10 recommend. It is a very nice rug for the price!" —Natasha

Price: $44.05+ (available in two colors and four sizes)

7. A multifunctional storage cabinet to store garden tools, toys, games, pool toys — you name it. It comes complete with shelving, hooks, and a countertop for mixing and pouring poolside ~dranks~...or for potting plants.

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Price: $118.53 

8. A set of solar landscaping lights so you don't have to recharge or replace batteries constantly. Light up your walkways for safety and ambiance, or your flower beds for pure aesthetic.

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Promising review: "These lights are just what I needed to line my sidewalk and the front of my house. They light the way to my front door and look good in my garden. My first set was good, so I bought a second set to cover more ground and move the lights closer together. My house looks great at night!" —Caren

Price: $4.98 for six (also sold individually)

9. A packet (or two, or three) of wildflower seeds with 23 colorful varieties such as columbine, nasturtium, cosmos, foxglove, larkspur, poppy, snapdragon, and zinnia that will bring life to your garden. No, really though — these attract pollinators like beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds, which will come in droves.

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Promising review: "I bought these because I have a wooded area on one side of my house and wanted to make it more 'pretty'. These did the trick! They are absolutely beautiful, and the best part is that they come back each year. These also attract hummingbirds and are great for the bees! I plan to purchase a couple more packs and put them elsewhere around the yard, too." —Krista

Price: $5.49

10. An organic soil treatment that connects to your garden hose so it's super easy to apply. This treatment brings lush grass, breaks up hard soil, and stimulates root activity, all while reducing water requirements. Wins all around!

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Promising review: "It was almost impossible to walk on our bumpy lawn and not think we were just walking on rocks everywhere, although when you look down, you see grass. I cannot believe the instant change!!! We live in a new development and it's just rocks and bad sod. We honestly have the best lawn on the block now." —1Amoards

Price: $16.48 (originally $19.99)

11. A set of two outdoor pillows filled with material made from recycled plastic bottles, because we love an eco-friendly purchase. These pillows are UV- and water-resistant, plus they come in 15 playful colors and patterns so you can mix *and* match.

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Promising review: "This is my second time to purchase these pillows. They are great outdoor pillows — love the vibrant colors and water-resistant fabric! (Lasted four years but lost some of their color after power washing, so I don't recommend doing that.)" —HappyMomma

Price: $24.99+ (available in 19 colors/patterns)

12. A hideaway hose holder to tidy up your yard (it's the little things). After watering all your thirsty plant babies, just reel it in via the easy-to-use hand crank. (It can store a hose of up to 100 feet long!)

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Promising review: "Fantastic little guy! I have a 100-foot hose that collects grass clippings and bugs. I got this this summer; I want a cleaner yard look. No instructions, but it does have a QR code. You scan it, and it brings you to their site, which has instructions. Not gonna lie, I NEEDED those instructions lol. It looks great, and my hose fits in with no problem. Sturdy also. I'm about 125 pounds, and I can sit on it as a chair lol." —Kay

Price: $39.88

13. A set of outdoor curtains because stripes are in this season (and every season, really). Hang up these bright, bold stripes to create a cabana vibe on your patio or gazebo. *Cabana boy (unfortunately) not included.*

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Promising review: "Beautiful!! Looks great on my deck! Nice fabric and colors are perfect for outdoors." —Corkey

Price: $21.24+ for two (available in three sizes and three colors)

14. A coral-colored lattice-patterned hammock for a dreamy, tropical resort-esque nap outside, because it even has a built-in pillow. At 6.5 feet in length and with a capacity of 450 pounds, there's enough room for two to cuddle up. You just have to decide who is going to be the big spoon.

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Promising review: "It easily fits two normal-size adults or three smaller people. Very attractive looking, love the colors, came with the chains and everything to hang it with. It's very comfy and I love the built-in pillow." —Carrie

Price: $52.72

15. A cedar bird feeder that holds a large capacity of seed and is, most importantly, absolutely adorable. Listen to the beautiful songs of birds chirping as you sip on your morning latte.

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Promising review: "Nice, basic feeder. I like this feeder because it does hold a lot of seed, and the birds seem to like it, too. It also allows me to add mealworms to their regular seed, where especially the cardinals love it!!" —Beverly

Price: $14.84 (also available in a two-pack)

16. A four-burner propane grill so you can invite the whole neighborhood over for a cookout — an Expert Grill for an expert griller. You'll be so happy with this BBQ, you might even be a repeat customer, like the reviewer below.

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Promising review: "This is my second time buying this grill. The first time I bought the six-burner grill and loved it! This time I went with the four-burner and love it even more. It's just a little smaller. It's packaged really well, and I was able to build it in a little over 30 minutes. My son prepped the grill before we used it and fired it up within a day! It heats up evenly and quickly and will last me several years in this Florida climate. Great choice and glad I went either way, another Expert Grill." —Charles

Price: $174 (originally $197; also available with a protective cover)

17. A three-tier metal plant stand that will give dimension to your outdoor space — no matter how big or tiny that space is. The durable iron will stand up against harsh weather and constant watering, too!

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Promising review: "Nice plant stand, super easy to assemble and even better price than other similar ones I've gotten from Ikea. Will be getting a second one for the porch and some live summer plants for both stands out there." —Sandra

Price: $16.98

18. Or a pretty white planter box to finally plant your favorite perennials. Update your deck by simply snapping the planter sides together, adding your favorite flora, and voilà!

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Promising review: "The boxes were just as I imagined and looked just like the photos provided online. They look great on my front porch." —Sunshine

Price: $22.99

19. And a matching white watering can that's both functional and decorative, so you don't have an eyesore sitting next to your florals. Also, this metal can holds 1.5 gallons, so you don't have to constantly fetch a pail of water as you go about hydrating your hydrangeas.

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Promising review: "Excellent quality and design, I really like how you can hold it with the pail handle and tip it with the side handle; very functional even for my 3-year-old granddaughter to water her flowers." —Jefferey 

Price: $14.84

20. A cascading water fountain to bring tranquility to your backyard or patio with the calming sounds of water trickling down stacked rocks. Rock on, but in a ~relaxing~ way.

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Promising review: "Very nice; looks like real stone! Love it! Wish it were bigger! Love the sound of the water, and the waterfalls are so pretty! Have it on my patio but got it for out front to put in with my flowers and shrubs!" —Mary

Price: $169.95

21. A 2-in1 beverage cooler and table so you can throw back some cold ones when hosting everyone for the big game. Just pop up the top of the table to reveal the ice-cold bevvies inside. Like the wise Pringles once (kind of) said, once you pop the top, the fun don't stop.

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Promising review: "Love the chic look. It complements my patio nicely as a middle table for two patio chairs. I can't wait to WOW my guests with the cooler feature." —yevonne

Price: $86.88+ (available in two colors)

22. A three-piece outdoor furniture set with rocking chairs that are not the wooden kind from your grandma's house. These are ~chic,~ ~sleek,~ and made with weather-resistant materials and a simplistic design that'll instantly upgrade your backyard.

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Price: $109.99+ (available in three colors)

23. A garden border to protect that flourishing garden you've been working so hard on. There is a powder-coated finish that protects from the elements *and* prevents rust.

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Promising review: "These border fences are wonderful, and the design really complemented my garden. They are sturdy, and the quality is good. We have rabbits that eat the lilies before they bloom. I put these borders around all the garden beds, and I'm happy to say that this year we will be able to see and enjoy the lilies." –Lynnette

Price: $5.47 (also available in a two-pack)

24. A bag of rubber mulch nuggets to line flower beds and gardens that — hear me out — not only adds aesthetic but helps prevent weeds and wards off pests. Made from *100% recycled rubber,* it has a five-year warranty against complete color loss, which is a lot longer than the wood mulch lasts.

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Promising review: "I'm very happy with this mulch. It looks beautiful and doesn't fade like wood chips. Plus, it doesn't attract termites or carpenter ants." —Vicki

Price: $46.87 

25. A few rubber stepping stone tiles for an easy and inexpensive way to create cute landscaping pathways in your backyard's gravel, dirt, or grass.

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Promising review: "These are a wonderful replacement for bricks, walkways, or pavers. And they can be moved, and grass can grow under them. And mowers can go over them. These things are great — as is the price." –Rick

Price: $24.26 for a set of three

26. An inflatable pool that's small enough to easily maintain yet big enough for an adult to chill on a floatie. If you're like Goldilocks and are looking for a small pool that's juuuust right, this is it.

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Promising review: "I love my pool! It was nice to relax in my pool this summer. When it is filled up, it comes up to waist deep. It is big enough for a pool float. Perfect for the backyard. I highly recommend this pool. Buy It!" —Misty

Price: $88

27. Or an outdoor misting system if the idea of maintaining a pool of any kind sounds like too much work, but you still want to beat the heat while enjoying your garden.

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Promising review: "This product is the best. Feels like I have my own cabana, like I do when I go to Vegas. You can adjust the water pressure for how high or low you want the mist. I would totally recommend this mister to anyone interested!" — Leslie

Price: $21.99 

28. And finally, a 120-inch projector screen so you can upgrade your summer movie nights. Its foldable setup takes only 10 minutes to pop up, so you'll be enjoying your popcorn and cinema in no time. Pro tip: Use air mattresses as seating because what better way to watch a movie than while outdoors and from the comfort of a bed?!

Walmart

Promising review: "I have been enjoying movies outside with this portable screen. Easy to set up and provides a great experience!" —Nonickname

Price: $129.95 for the 120-inch screen

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