20 Budget Backyard Buys Every Southerner Needs This Summer

By Perri Ormont Blumberg
June 1, 2018

Our favorite backyard must-haves for summer! You'll likely ooh at the gorgeous tableware and ahh at the fun pool float, and you'll deinitely marvel at the affordable price tags. 

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Insulated Wine Glass Set

Courtesy Sam's Club

Complete with a slide latch lid to prevent spills, we're not saying bring these in the pool or hot tub, but...

Buy It: Insulated Wine Glass 4-Pack Set (Assorted Colors), $19.98; SamsClub.com

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Palm Plates

Courtesy Marshalls

These bold, patterned plates are sure to brighten up your next summer dinner party.

Buy It: Palm Plates,  $5.99 / $3.99; Available at Marshalls

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LED Floating Ball

Courtesy Sam's Club

Use the remote to choose from 16 different colors as you light up the pool — and the night.

Buy It: LED Floating Ball, $39.98; SamsClub.com

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Hanging Lounger

Courtesy Sam's Club

We're bookmarking this gorgeous swing for our dream list. The splurge-worthy purchase comes with oversized cushions covered in long-lasting Sunbrella® fabric. Nap time? You can quickly convert the lounge into a daybed.  

Buy It: Hanging Lounger, from $699; SamsClub.com

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Flamingo Float

Courtesy Marshalls

Colorful and fun, this pool accessory will make a big splash this summer.

Buy It: Flamingo Float, $19.99; Available at Marshalls

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Chaise Lounge Cushion

Courtesy Sam's Club

Sam’s Club merchant Jon Odell tells us that blue is the hue of the season, and we sure do love this peacock shade.

Buy It:  Chaise Lounge Cushion, $139 (for a set of two cushions); SamsClub.com

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Outdoor Planter

Courtesy Walmart

Whatever you're planting, these chic wooden planters will spruce up your backyard or patio.

Buy It: Outdoor Planter, $44.99; Walmart.com

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Pirates Ship Float

Courtesy Sam's Club

Say ahoy matey to a good time with this pool float that also includes a water spray. 

Buy It: Pirates Ship Float, $49.98; SamsClub.com

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Copper Serving Set

Courtesy Sam's Club

This three-piece set will jazz up any backyard tablescape. It's also available in steel if that melds with your outdoor look better.

Buy It: Copper Serving Set, $29.98; SamsClub.com

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Cactus Margarita Glass

Courtesy Marshalls

Give your next round of party drinks a playful upgrade with these dessert-inspired glasses.

Buy It: Cactus Margarita Glass, $2.99; Available at Marshalls.

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Outdoor Pouf

Courtesy Sam's Club

This Sunbrella fabric is virtually Mother Nature-proof, meaning it will look great for outdoor fiestas or lazy afternoon reading sessions for years to come.

Buy It: Outdoor Pouf, $62.98; SamsClub.com

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Adirondack Rocking Chair

Courtesy Walmart

Available in white, natural, and dark brown, nothing spells summer like curling up in one of these rockers with a good book.

Buy It: Adirondack Rocking Chair, $92; Walmart.com

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Outdoor Radio

Courtesy Marshalls

This vintage-style wireless radio includes funky retro dials and a collapsible antenna. Switch from blasting radio tunes to podcast streaming from your phone via Bluetooth or the 3.5mm aux-in port.

Buy It: Outdoor Radio, $29.99; Available at Marshalls

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WOW Super Slide

Courtesy Sam's Club

This slide is a whopping 25-feet long and comes with sleds. You can also  connect several slides together for a mega-slide. Let the games begin, y'all.

Buy It: WOW Super Slide, $99.98; SamsClub.com

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Outdoor Garden Stool

Courtesy Walmart

This elegant ceramic garden stool comes in a dreamy ocean blue.

Buy It: Outdoor Garden Stool, $49.99; Walmart.com

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Three-Piece Bistro Set

Courtesy Walmart

Freshen up your outdoor furniture collection with this bold trio that can be easily cleaned with soap and water.

Buy It: Three-Piece Bistro Set, $119; Walmart.com

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Glider Bench

Courtesy Sam's Club

Rocker for two? You'll love this teak seat.

Buy It: Glider Bench, $249.98; SamsClub.com

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Mixing Bowl Set

Courtesy Sam's Club

This four-piece, dual-finish set comes in red, white, and blue, and adds a lovely pop of color to your buffet-style spread.

Buy It: Mixing Bowl Set, $19.98; SamsClub.com

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Hammered Mule Mugs

Courtesy Sam's Club

It's always mule time with these spiffy mugs. The four-pack comes in red, white, and blue.

Buy It: Hammered Mule Mugs, $19.98; SamsClub.com

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Outdoor Market Umbrella

Courtesy Walmart

Doesn't catching shade look stylish under this sleek umbrella? Thanks to a steel frame and eight ribs, you can be sure this brolly will last for many backyard memories to come.

Buy It: Outdoor Market Umbrella, from $29.84; Walmart.com

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