From Patio Furniture to Outdoor Grills, These 12 Essentials Will Refresh Your Backyard for Spring

Published Mar 13, 2025 8:21 am ET


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Warmer temperatures are upon us, which means more time outdoors. And if you haven’t replaced your backyard furniture and decor in a while, now is the perfect time for a revamp. We’ve found some fantastic picks from Amazon and Wayfair to help you get started on. Step out for a breath of fresh air, bask in the sun and browse our selection of backyard essentials, starting at just $9.

  1. Make s’mores, cook barbecue and relax by this three-in-one firepit. It has a longer burning time than other pits and is easy to place on your patio.
  1. This mini projector is perfect for an outdoor movie night. You can connect it to your phone, laptop or speakers, and it comes with a portable projector screen.
  1. This patio furniture set is so cozy you’ll want to sit in it for hours. A number one Amazon best-seller, it includes a coffee table, two armchairs and a bench with removable comfy cushions.
  1. Nothing says “cozy” like an outdoor rug. This one is waterproof and UV-resistant with geometric patterns on the front and back. Choose between 19 different styles and 14 sizes to fit your patio’s aesthetic.
  1. Create a glowing ambience in your backyard with these outdoor patio string lights. They’re durable, wind- and rainproof and have four brightness settings for the perfect glow.
  1. Add a garden touch to your outdoor sitting area with these floral bug pillows. This best-selling set comes with four pillow cases and you can choose from six different sizes.
  1. Amazon shoppers compare these colorful woven pillows to something they’d find at West Elm, but for a fraction of the price. Made of a durable and waterproof polyester material, they make a cozy and vibrant addition to your backyard or patio.
  1. Store your outdoor pillows, garden tools and other items in this waterproof, lockable storage deck box.
  1. Get some much-needed shade under this umbrella. It’s easy to tilt or move between different chairs and comes in seven colors.
  1. Become the grill master of chicken, hot dogs, wings, burgers and more with this Ninja Woodfire Pro Outdoor Grill and Smoker.
  1. If you prefer something larger to cook for a crowd, grill out on this Royal Gourmet BBQ charcoal grill and smoker. There’s ample space for all of your meat and veggies, plus front and side tables for seasonings and grilling tools.
  1. Greenery in your backyard is a must-have. Add flowers or plants to these pots, which come in nine colors and have a bottom drainage system for watering.
Lauryn Jiles

Lauryn Jiles

Author McClatchy Commerce

Lauryn Jiles is a Content Commerce Assistant at McClatchy. She is based in South Carolina and graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. Lauryn has written for numerous brands and is well-versed in the fashion, beauty, health, and lifestyle verticals. She enjoys yoga, coffee, fashion museums, sushi, and traveling.

Kayleigh Drake

Kayleigh Drake

Editor McClatchy Commerce

Kayleigh Drake is a Commerce Content Editor at McClatchy. She’s based in Birmingham, Alabama, and holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Kayleigh has written and edited content for numerous publications, with a particular focus on the food, kitchen, home and lifestyle verticals. When she’s not fulfilling her editorial duties, she loves record shopping, playing guitar, baking and buying entirely too many plants.