Home & Garden
Summer Is In Full Swing, And Your Backyard Needs Some TLC
From planters to patio furniture, we've found all the necessities you'll need to transform your small backyard space.
That's right. It's summer, and that means it's finally warm enough to get back outside and into your beloved backyard. You know it's been neglected for far too long, so we thought we'd help.
We know how much Chicagoans value what little backyard space they have in the city and that it's important to have a space to go to relax and unwind. That's why for this Friday buy-day we've compiled some small backyard gardening essentials so your sanctuary space can thrive and be you and your friends' favorite spot.
This Week's Products
Who they're for: Any city slicker with a small backyard space and a green thumb
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Why they're awesome: Let's be real, everyone loves a good set of plants and some fresh veggies, and having the space for a green area in Chicago is a dream. Whether you're starting a garden for the very first time or redoing one that died from the harsh winter weather, all of these products are essential to help you create a luscious space. From colorful planters to books on small backyard blueprints, you'll be ready to impress your friends with your green space in no time.
When to use them: When designing your backyard space for the very first time in a new house or apartment, when saving last year's garden after a harsh winter or when sprucing up your current backyard area for optimal summer enjoyment.
Backyard Blueprints: Design, Furniture and Plants For A Small Garden, $8.04
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Sometimes it's hard to imagine how you can transform such a small space into something beautiful. But this book offers down-to-earth advice, artistic ideas and almost 20 detailed blueprints to guide you on how to make your small space extraordinary.
Compared to other cities like New York, Chicago apartments and houses oftentimes have a little more outdoor space to work with. That means there's ample space for some patio furniture, and this bistro steel patio furniture set is the perfect addition to your backyard garden! It's small, quaint, and minimalist, so it won't take away from all the vibrant plants and vegetables you have growing.
Mini Greenhouse Portable Garden, $34.95
Even though you may have a larger outdoor space than most city dwellers, you still don't want things to feel overcrowded. That's why this mini greenhouse portable garden is the perfect addition to your small backyard. With four tiers and removable shelves, there are endless possibilities when it comes to deciding which plants and flowers you want to put on display. The best part? When winter rolls around again, you can easily move this greenhouse inside and enjoy your plants all year long.
This funky veg kit is perfect for beginner growers and gardeners alike. It includes seeds for purple carrots, stripped tomatoes, red Brussels sprouts and more, which will add color to both your garden and your plate.
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