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50 Weird Things For Your Backyard That Are Selling Fast On Amazon
Quirky finds for the *coziest* yard or patio.
You should think of your backyard as an outdoor living space (no matter its size) because it’s an extension of your home. That said, adding some character to your yard can really help make it feel more like a cozy part of your home. From lighting and decor upgrades to practical accessories, these 50-odd items for your backyard will make your outdoor time even better. And some of them might inspire you to invite your BFFs over for a barbecue or s’mores roast.
1A Stainless Steel Weeder Tool That Fits Into Patio & Concrete Cracks
Not sure how to remove weeds from the cracks in your back patio? This sidewalk crack weeder tool features a rust-resistant stainless steel L-shaped head that easily cuts into cement cracks to scrape out unsightly weeds. The soft-grip handle makes it easy to hold, so you can get those weeds out.
2These Colorful Flames Pouches That Create Crackling Rainbow Flames
Put one of these magical flame packs into your outdoor fire pit, and your fire will look magical. A single pouch creates colorful flames in blues, greens, and pinks and a pleasant crackling that lasts for one hour. You can add up to three pouches in a fire to make the colors last even longer.
3These Clever Mosquito Repellent Bracelets That Work For Up To 2 Weeks
Keep the mosquitos away with these mosquito bracelets. Each bracelet has a blend of lemongrass, citronella, and geraniol oils that repel mosquitos, and because they’re waterproof, you can even wear one while swimming. Plus, these colorful bands last for up to 350 hours.
4These Cute Solar Sunflower Lights That Reviewers Say “Look Real”
Rather than growing sunflowers, try these solar sunflower lights that’ll look nice all year (and even at night). Each light features a sturdy stainless steel stake, a solar panel, and three sunflowers with adjustable stems. Surrounding the center of each flower are 12 LEDs, so the petals will turn on automatically at dusk. One reviewer raved, “Absolutely in love with this product! During the day, the flowers look real, and at night, they are beautifully lit! They are a great addition to our patio and pool area!”
5A Sun & Water Shield Spray That Protects Your Patio Fabrics
Protect any outdoor fabrics with this Scotchgard sun and water shield spray, which even works on delicate leather and suede. Spray the aerosol can to evenly coat the fabric and let it dry. Once cured, the spray will prevent fading caused by UV rays and keep fabrics from absorbing water from rain and snow.
6A Light Bulb-Shaped Security Camera That Screws Into A Light Bulb Socket
This waterproof security camera is an excellent addition to your yard. It screws into a light bulb socket and has a 4MP resolution and a panoramic viewing angle for crystal-clear captures. You also have access to a super loud alarm if needed, and you can use remote viewing and two-way audio via the compatible app. One happy shopper wrote, “Camera exceeded my expectations. Wide angle, two-way communication, very accurate motion detection, bright light, clean sharp HD quality, motion tracking, and can be managed from my phone. Great value for the money!”
7These Solar-Powered Colorful Chimes With Almost 7,000 5-Star Ratings
Although these solar wind chimes don’t make a sound, they’ll gently sway in the wind and display a charming light show of colors that nearly 7,000 reviewers have backed with five-star ratings. Hang them up and let the top panel soak up the sun. At night, the textured balls will cycle through seven vibrant colors.
8These Heavy-Duty Storage Straps That Can Hold Items Up To 50 Pounds
You can organize lengthy extension cords, garden hoses, and power tools with these heavy-duty storage straps. A pack of six comes with three lengths for various thicknesses, and each strap can hold up to 50 pounds. Hang the straps from the stainless steel grommets in your shed or on your fence.
9These Inflatable Serving Bars With *Plenty* Of Room For Ice
These inflatable serving bars are a game-changer when you need to serve drinks or snacks at your next backyard gathering. They come with an easy-to-use pump and plenty of space to pack in your favorite charcuterie, ice, drink bottles, and more. It also has a spot to drain any melted ice or spills when the snacks are gone.
10These Waterproof Solar String Lights That Cover 72 Feet
Add these solar-powered string lights to your outdoor decor, and they’ll bring some major ambiance. Each string of lights covers over 30 feet and has 100 LED lights, so you can light up your trees, planters, or patio. Add the solar panels to the ground with the included stakes, and string the lights wherever you want them.
11These Handy Mosquito Repellent Sticks That Last For Over 2 Hours
To use these mosquito repellent sticks, hold one at an angle and light the end. Let the flame burn for 10 to 20 seconds and blow it out. Then, place the stick in a flower pot or the dirt. Its blend of citronella, rosemary, and lemongrass oils will provide up to 2.5 hours of protection.
12A Best-Selling Solar Fountain That’s A Breeze To Setup In Any Water Container
Upgrade your birdbath with this trending solar birdbath fountain that fits inside a basin. Add it to your birdbath or a planter with water, and the sun will power its stream. It comes with six different spray nozzles for various stream patterns, and the pump sprays just over 2 feet high at full power.
One reviewer wrote, “It works great, and the birds really love it. I have it under a tree, and it still works with just the filtered sunlight. I was recently looking to get another for my backyard and just saw my original purchase date. I can’t believe this thing has lasted and worked for two years now.”
13These Automatic Glass Watering Globes That Look Gorgeous
Fill these colorful glass watering globes with water, flip them right side up, stick the stake end into a pot, and you won’t have to worry about watering your plant for up to 10 days. Each globe is a unique work of art made of handblown glass in a gorgeous color (blue, green, orange, or turquoise) and a fun mottled design.
14These Glass Solar Ball Lights That’ll Instantly Elevate Your Landscape
Use the included stakes to install these glass solar globe lights, and your landscape will get an instant upgrade. After a day of sun, these solar lights will turn on and last up to 10 hours. Their elegant cracked glass texture and warm-white LEDs will help highlight your lawn, garden box, or planter.
15An Outdoor Lantern That’s Solar-Powered & Has A Phone Charger
This solar lantern features a clever, collapsible design and an impressive battery life of up to 10 hours. Charge it in the sun, then use it as a camping lantern or on your outdoor table instead of a dim candle. It features two brightness modes (plus a flashing mode) and also can charge your phone.
16These Speedy Leaf Scoops That Comfortably Fit On Your Hands
If you need to quickly remove leaves and debris from your lawn, try these rake claws that attach to your hands. Reviewers rate them high on durability and comfort. Just grasp the handles and rake away leaves while protecting your hands from weeds, stickers, and thorns. One reviewer raved, “Have to admit I wasn't sure if these would make a big difference, but to my surprise, they did. Got the job done in a much shorter time. Comfortable and convenient.”
17These Firework-Style Solar Lights With A Super Easy Setup
Scatter these firework-style solar lights around your outdoor space to add an impressive, whimsical touch to your patio plants or yards. They require pretty much zero effort on your part because you simply stick them in plant pots or the lawn, and the solar design will automatically turn on at night. They also come in more than five firework-themed colors.
18These 3D Bug Catchers That Lure Wasps & Carpenter Bees
With a quick and easy setup, these TrapStiks for bugs will help you keep your yard free of destructive pests like carpenter bees, mud daubers, and wasps. Their innovative, 3D design and pattern lures the insects inside, and once inside, they’ll get stuck in the sticky trap.
19These Unbreakable & Easy-To-Reuse Glasses In 4 Fun Colors
Trade breakable glasses for these unbreakable plastic glasses that have near-perfect ratings for durability. With a capacity of 8 ounces, they’re perfect for outdoor sips like cocktails, juice, or lemonade. They’re also BPA-free and top-rack dishwasher-safe and come in four fun colors: pink, yellow, blue, and green.
20These Solar Garden Lights That Sway Around In A Whimsical Way
These solar garden lights are super easy to install — just attach the included stakes and stick them into a pot or planter. Once up, each unit has eight ball lights that emit a warm-white glow similar to a firefly’s light. Plus, they even sway in the wind.
21This Easy-To-Install Bird Feeder That’ll Bring Birds To Your Window
Made from anti-yellowing acrylic plastic, this bird feeder suction cups to your window and features a removable dual-compartment tray. The tray holds up to 4 cups of bird seed, while the feeder’s drainage holes beneath it keep food fresh and dry. Multiple reviewers comment on its strong suction cups and power to attract birds.
22This Customizable Mister For A Cooling & Relaxing Time On The Patio
Set up this standing mister if your outdoor space gets a little too warm when you’re trying to relax. It comes with four flexible misters, so you can bend them to the perfect angle while you’re working in the yard or reading a book on your patio furniture. It’s also compact enough to move this mister around with you.
23These Professional-Looking Ground Lights That Are A Breeze To Install
Stick these outdoor solar lights in the ground around your outdoor space, and their low-profile design will look like expensive custom lighting. This easy-to-use pack comes with solar panels on top, so your sleek outdoor lighting will automatically come on at night — zero effort from you.
24This Stunning Glass Feeder That Protects Birdseed From Rain
This bird feeder will be an impressive glass feature in your outdoor space. Its clever doughnut shape makes it easy for birds to access the seeds, but also makes it look like more of a decor piece than a bird feeder in your yard. Plus, the clever doughnut shape protects the seeds from rain.
25These Compact & Super Sturdy Stakes To Hold Onto Drinks
These quirky little drink holder stakes are compact and super functional for holding drinks at your next backyard gathering. You simply stick these wire holders into the lawn (or even the dirt of potted plant holders), and the sturdy spiral frame will keep your cup in place and upright.
26A Vacuum-Insulated Wine Chiller Set That Keeps Outdoor Sips Cold For 12 Hours
This vacuum-insulated wine chiller set features three insulation layers, including an inner copper layer, to keep your sips cold for 12 hours. It’s made of premium, shatterproof stainless steel, making it perfect for backyard gatherings. Plus, the 16-ounce tumblers have leakproof plastic lids with a sliding lock to keep dirt and bugs from entering your glass.
27These Glow-In-The-Dark Rocks For Unique Patio Decor
Place these glow-in-the-dark rocks in cute vases in your yard, or put them on full display in a planter. In the daytime, they just look like white pebbles. But after they charge in direct sunlight, they’ll emit a bright blue glow at night that lasts for up to 12 hours.
28These Timeless Solar Fence Lights With Vintage Edison Bulbs
Add a cozy and chic moment to your outdoor space with these solar fence lights. The eye-catching design features a timeless black cage-style sconce that houses a vintage-style Edison bulb. A pack of four is easy to install, too. Use the included mounting tape or screws to attach them to your fence or deck.
29An Instant Mold & Mildew Stain Remover Sprays That Works In Seconds
Spray some of this mold and mildew stain remover spray on a surface with hard-to-remove stains, and its formula will work in as little as 15 seconds. It’s safe to use on multiple surfaces, including vinyl siding, wood, brick, cement, and concrete, and there’s absolutely no scrubbing required.
30These Rug Grippers That Are Weatherproof Enough For Outdoor Rugs
These weatherproof rug corner grippers are a must to prevent your patio rug from blowing in the wind and getting all folded up. They’re designed to keep the rug secure on a ton of different patio surfaces, like stone, tile, and more. Plus, you can easily re-stick them if you ever have to move your patio rug.
31This Clip-On Patio Umbrella Light With Over 33,000 5-Star Ratings
Reviewers rank this patio umbrella light high on value, and it’s also super easy to set up. To use it, add four AA batteries, open the hinge, clamp it onto your umbrella’s pole, and press the “on” button to activate 28 bright LED lights. Meanwhile, three brightness modes will give your seating area the perfect amount of light.
32These Flickering Solar Lights That Mimic Flaming Torches
These outdoor solar lights will take your yard up a notch with warm lights that mimic flickering flames. Each cage that surrounds a light also features an elegant swirl design. After charging in sunlight, they’ll cast a mesmerizing glow around your outdoor space for up to eight hours.
33This Budget-Friendly (& Super Mess-Free) Mini Fire Pit
It’s obvious why this tabletop fire pit is a quick-seller right now with its expensive-looking stone-like finish and easy-to-use design. It’s also super impressive because it’s designed to be odorless, smokeless, and even completely mess-free after your next backyard gathering.
34These Wildflower Seeds For 23 Kinds Of Flowers To Attract Pollinators
With over 80,000 seeds per bag, this bag of wildflower seeds will give you plenty of seeds to grow flowers throughout your yard. Inside are seeds for 23 varieties of flowers, including larkspur, marigold, zinnia, poppy, and aster seeds, which naturally attract pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies. One reviewer wrote, “I am amazed at how beautiful the flowers are and how easy to care for these plants have been [...] They grew up strong and beautiful. Constantly attracting bees and butterflies.”
35An Impressive Vertical Planter That Fits Anywhere
This three-tier stackable planter will give you a super expensive-looking vertical garden, and it’s budget-friendly. It’s covered in little slots for planting all different types of veggies, herbs, greenery, and more. You also get a drip tray and removable levels to easily fill up this clever planter.
36This Pretty Glass Solar Ball That Casts A Colorful Mosaic Of Light
This glass solar ball will make a gorgeous addition to your outdoor table or patio. As it charges in the daytime, it will look like a glass yard ornament. But at dusk, a glow of mosaic colors will emanate from its body. And since it’s waterproof, you can leave it outdoors without worrying about the weather.
37These Genius Lawn Aerator Shoes That’ll Improve The Health Of Your Grass
Give your lawn some help with these lawn aerator shoes. They attach to your feet via secure straps with metal buckles, easily slipping over your tennis shoes. Once you’re walking, the long spikes will dig into compacted soil and ensure your grass gets better water and nutrient absorption.
38A Rip-Resistant Hammock That’ll Make Backyard Hangs Relaxing
This best-selling camping hammock is available in single for one person, and double sizes for up to two people. Setting up the rip-resistant nylon hammock takes about a minute, and the strap loops make it easy to adjust the height. The integrated storage bag also doubles as a pocket to hold your favorite sips as you lounge.
39An Unscented Tick & Insect Repellent Spray With Up To 12-Hour Protection
When you spray this tick and insect repellent on your body, you’ll get lasting protection. Its scent-free formula features 20% picaridin, which is designed to be nontoxic and repel mosquitos and ticks for up to 12 hours. You’ll also get up to 8 hours of protection against gnats, fleas, and flies. One reviewer wrote, “Ranger Ready Picaridin Insect Repellent Spray was amazing! No sticky residue, no smell, and no stains or marks on my clothing! The mosquitoes were out, and others were bitten, but not me!”
40These Handy Storage Straps with 4.8 Stars After Almost 4,300 Ratings
You can use these storage straps for garden hoses, rope, thick extension cords, and other bulky yard accessories. Each strap can hold up to 50 pounds and features an ergonomic carrying handle that doubles as a hanging loop. They're vetted by plenty of Amazon shoppers, too — they have a 4.8-star average rating after almost 4,300 ratings.
41This Clever Garden Hose Splitter That Lets You Attach 4 Hoses To 1 Spigot
Is one hose not enough for your yard and sprinkler setup? This garden hose splitter gives you options. Simply screw it onto your outdoor spigot and attach up to four hoses to the connectors. Each connector has a handy shut-off valve, while the whole splitter is leakproof and super heavy-duty.
42This Compact Grill Scraper That Quickly Cleans Your Barbecue
Whether your grill has round or V-shaped grating, this metal grill scraper will clean it up quickly. Simply select the correct groove shape to fit your grate, and scrape the tool over the dirty grill grates — charcoal and food residue will come right off, so your grill is clean for your next cookout.
43A Waterproof Nylon Blanket For Stretching Out In The Grass
If you want to sit in the grass but protect yourself from dirt, mud, and grass cuts, this beach blanket will help you lounge comfortably. Its rip-resistant nylon fabric is also sand-resistant, so it’s easy to keep clean. Plus, it has four stakes to keep the blanket secure when the weather gets windy.
44This Waterproof Outdoor Smart Plug With 3 Handy Outlets
Plug in this outdoor smart plug, download the compatible app, connect it to the app, and use it to automate outdoor electronics. The plug features three outlets that you can automate with independent schedules, and it’s waterproof and dustproof, so you can leave it outside without worrying. Bonus: It works with Alexa and Google Assistant.
45An Impressively Weatherproof LED Rope Light That’ll Elevate Your Backyard
This 24-foot LED rope light will add some pizazz to your yard with its elegant, warm-white light. It comes with mounting hardware to hang it from a gazebo, fence, or trellis, but you can also use it to highlight an outdoor seating area, deck, or staircase. And it’s totally weatherproof.
46A Rechargeable Handheld Fan That Doubles As A Phone Charger
During the warmer months, this rechargeable handheld fan will help you stay cool outdoors. It features a detachable battery pack that you can use to charge your phone and a fan with three speeds. A single charge will give you up to 20 hours of fan operation.
47A Fun Ring Toss Game That Hangs On Your Outdoor Wall
Hang this ring toss game on your fence or outside your house, and you’ll have an instant backyard party game. The set has six red and six black rubber rings you aim at the hooks. Each hook has a score, and whoever has the highest score wins.
48These Stylish Outdoor Solar Lights That Cast Crystal Patterns On The Ground
A pack of 10 of these solar lights will help you light your backyard while also creating a whimsical pattern. Each light is made of durable, corrosion-resistant plastic and casts a cool white light in a pretty medallion of crystal shapes. And when fully charged, they run for up to 10 hours.
49This Stainless Steel Kabob Rack That Makes Grilling Skewers A Breeze
Whether you have round or flat skewers, this stainless steel kabob rack will hold them. Place the rack on your grill and stick up to five skewers in the notches. Then watch as your kabobs cook. You can easily give them a quick rotation on the rack for an even cook.
50An Adorable Turtle Sculpture That’s Also A Solar Light
This turtle statue with solar lights is unexpected, perfectly illuminated, and adorable. While the back of its shell houses the solar panel, each scute of its shell contains faux succulent lights that last for up to eight hours. And this durable resin cutie is also waterproof, so he’s ready rain or shine.