55 Weird Things For Your Backyard Skyrocketing In Popularity On Amazon

Unlike the bird baths you’ve likely seen, this one features a clamp on the bottom that lets you mount it onto balcony or deck railings — no tools required. The weather-resistant finish helps keep it looking good from season to season. Plus, you can even detach the bowl from its base for easy cleaning if needed.

Not only is this gnome statue cute to look at, but a built-in solar panel also allows the string of fairy lights sprouting out of his wand to stay lit for up to eight hours at night. You can even bend and twist the fairy lights into nearly any position you like — and since it’s made from waterproof resin, you can rest assured that he’s built to last.

Accidentally leaving your screen door open is an easy way to wind up with insects in your home. Luckily, this magnetic version is an easy fix. The magnets running down the center automatically seal themselves shut after you pass through — and since minimal pressure is required in order to separate them, you can easily open the screen completely handsfree.

Plug your lights into this outdoor smart outlet, and you’ll be able to use your smartphone to control them remotely, as well as put them on schedules so that they turn on and off whenever you like. And if you have an Alexa or Google Home? Once paired with the outlet, you’ll even be able to use convenient voice commands to manage the settings.

There’s no hardwiring required when installing these post lights. Each one features a solar panel built into the top that keeps it lit for up to eight hours at night — and each order includes a mounting kit so that you can start setting them up right out of the box. The best part? The LED bulb inside of them flickers so that they look like they’re filled with a roaring fire.

Get an up-close view of all sorts of birds by mounting this bird feeder onto a window. Three weather-resistant suction cups on the back make installation a total breeze — and since it’s made from clear acrylic, it’s oh-so easy to see any birds who stop by for a visit. The squirrel-resistant design helps keep critters other than birds from snacking on seeds, and it’s backed by a 4.5-star overall rating.

There’s no denying that these torches are a fun addition to any outdoor dining table. They’re made from sleek, tie-dye glass, with fiberglass wicks that are designed to last through multiple uses. And since each one can hold up to 15 ounces worth of fuel, they’ll deliver about five hours’ worth of burn time before they need to be refilled.

Add a touch of whimsy to any patio or garden with help from this statue. A built-in solar panel keeps the succulents on the turtle’s back glowing for up to 10 hours at night, while the sturdy resin frame ensures that it’s built to last from season to season. And if you aren’t into turtles? You can also grab it in four other styles: frog, gnome, bunny, or angel.

You don’t have to dine indoors just because the sun has gone down. Enter: this patio umbrella light. A clamp in the center makes mounting it onto your umbrella a total breeze — and it only needs four AA batteries (which are not included) in order to stay lit for hours.

Consider this spray a must-have if you want to help keep your outdoor furniture looking good. It’s water- and UV-resistant, working to shield upholstery from harsh UV rays as well as rainy weather. Plus, the odorless formula is unlikely to leave your furniture smelling funky.

Can’t quite figure out what your patio is missing? The answer could be as simple as hanging up these wind chimes. Not only are they made from sturdy aluminum, but the miniature bigfoot cutouts also give them an oh-so-quirky vibe. Though if you aren’t into bigfoot, fear not — you can also grab them in nine other styles, including dragonflies, dogs, butterflies, and more.

Need to run two hoses through your garden instead of just one? Then this splitter is worth a look. Not only does it let you run two hoses via one spigot, but the twist-on connector joint also creates a tight, leakproof seal. Plus, on/off switches on both channels let you control the flow of water to them individually.

Whether you’re headed to a backyard barbecue or the beach, this game is sure to be a hit with everybody. The rules are simple: players form two teams of two. Each team must then bounce the ball off the net, hitting it between their own two players three times before sending it to the opposing team. When one team misses a hit, the other team gains a point.

Extension cables, leaf blowers, hoses — this strap is great for hanging up all sorts of bulky items. It’s made from tough, weather-resistant polypropylene that can support up to 100 pounds without tearing. Plus, the handle on the top gives you somewhere comfortable to grip when carrying things around.

Consider this portable lamp an oh-so-chic addition to any table. It’s made from sleek aluminum alloy, and features a powerful battery that delivers up to 18 hours of light before it needs to be recharged. Choose from five finishes: gold, gray, orange, black, or silver.

Looking for weird ways to decorate the trees in your yard? Search no further than this face. It’s made from durable polyresin that’s designed to hold up from season to season — and installation only takes a few short minutes using the screws that come included with every order. But if that isn’t enough? You can also place seeds in its beard and use it as a bird feeder if you like.

It can be hard to see your meat when grilling outside at night. Luckily, these LED lights are an easy fix. Each one only needs six AAA batteries (which come included) in order to deliver hours’ worth of light, while their magnetic bases let you mount them onto your grill — no tools required. Plus, the flexible goosenecks make it easy to shine their light in nearly any direction.

Seeing what drinks are left inside your cooler once the sun goes down can be difficult. Luckily, this waterproof light is an easy fix. It can withstand being submerged in up to 6 feet of water, making it suitable for use in coolers both large and small. But if that isn’t enough? The battery lasts for up to six hours before it needs to be recharged.

Watering your garden by hand can be a real pain. Luckily, this drip irrigation system is a clever fix. Simply hook it up to your outdoor spigot, then thread the tubing through your garden using the included stakes — it’s that easy. And since the tubing is UV-resistant, there’s no need to worry about how they’ll fade underneath the harsh summer sun.

You don’t have to stop playing sports just because the sun has gone down. Enter: this glow-in-the-dark soccer ball. It’s impact-activated, lighting up from the inside whenever it’s bounced or kicked. Plus, the water-resistant design means there’s no need to worry about it getting wet.

No home theater is complete without this highly rated projection screen. It’s made from bright white polyester that allows for a crystal-clear display when watching videos — and unlike some screens, this one won’t wind up with crease lines when you fold it up for storage.

Setting up this bird bath is as easy as filling it with water, then hanging it from a tree branch in your backyard. The chain is made from rust-resistant stainless steel — so there’s no need to worry about it corroding over time. Plus, the wide basin is large enough to accommodate multiple birds at the same time.

Ovens, grills, campfires — this infrared thermometer is a clever way to measure the temperature of all sorts of hot items from up to 14 inches away. The LCD screen is backlit so that it’s easy to read when using it in the dark. And with a temperature range from -58 up to 1,112 degrees Fahrenheit, it works just as good on cold items as it does hot.

Don’t even think about having an outdoor happy hour until you’ve grabbed these tents. The mesh walls help protect your food from bugs while still allowing you to see what’s underneath — and the pop-up design makes stashing them away into storage a total breeze.

There’s no need to worry about how these Bluetooth speakers will fare when used outside, as their water-resistant design helps keep them in good working order whether they’re splashed with poor water or left outside in light rain. The best part? An LED bulb on the inside also simulates a roaring fire, allowing them to give off a warm, inviting glow.

Don’t have the space for an outdoor campfire? Then this little indoor fire pit is a fun alternative. It can stay lit for up to a full hour — and since it uses isopropyl alcohol as fuel, you won’t have to deal with messy soot dirtying up your home. Plus, the stainless steel base is unlikely to corrode over time.

These Mason jar lanterns are an undeniably cute way to add some light to any outdoor space. A solar panel built into the lids keeps them lit for up to 10 hours at night. And since they’re waterproof, there’s no need to worry about them short circuiting on rainy days. “Installation was very easy and it’s a great value for the money with the solar powered lid,” wrote one reviewer. “I don’t have to worry about recharging or changing batteries.”

Having friends over for a backyard get together? Then this trash bag holder is a must-have. It holds trash bags up to 13 gallons in size, giving your guests somewhere to throw away their garbage outside so that they don’t have to enter your home. Plus, the pop-up design makes it easy to move around.

Not only are these solar-powered spot lights great for adding chic uplighting to your outdoor plants, but their waterproof design also means there’s no need to worry about them short circuiting on rainy days. They can light up in nine different colors — though there’s also a rotating carousel mode if you’d like to enjoy them all.

Don’t even think about heading out for that camping trip until you’ve packed this lantern. It collapses down to a fraction of its size to help save space when not in use — and a solar panel built into the top keeps it lit for up to 10 hours. You can even use it as an external battery to charge your phone in a pinch.

Add a pop of color to dull patios by hanging up these wind chimes. The butterflies slowly change colors, giving them an oh-so whimsical vibe — and the moistureproof design means there’s no need to worry about how they’ll perform on rainy days. Choose from five designs: butterflies, angels, hummingbirds, night sky, or sunflowers.

Whether you use these faux ivy plants to decorate the inside or outside of your home is up to you — but either way, the waterproof and fade-resistant leaves are sure to stay looking good over time. The stems can also be bent into nearly any position you like. “They look like real pothos vine with good volume, without the hassle of taking care of real plants,” wrote one reviewer. “Easy to hang up or drape over furniture.”

You don’t need a roaring campfire if you’re in the mood to make s’mores. Enter: this flameless version. It produces ultra-hot air that lets you toast marshmallows indoors, while a tray around the base gives you somewhere to keep chocolate, marshmallows, and more. Each order also includes two stainless steel roasting forks to get you started.

There’s no denying that these wind chimes are an oh-so dreamy addition to any outdoor space. The sun glows for up to eight hours at night using the energy absorbed by the built-in solar panel throughout the day — and the waterproof design means it’s built to work come rain or shine. “It looks beautiful in my garden and lights up very well in the evening!” raved one reviewer.

Don’t be surprised if guests ask where you found these unique string lights. Not only are they designed to look like colorful water droplets, but eight different light modes (twinkle, slow fade, and more) also give you options when deciding what kind of mood you’re trying to set. The attached solar panel means there’s no need to plug them into an outdoor outlet.

Give your home movie nights an authentic touch by snacking out of these popcorn buckets. They’re made from grease-resistant paper that helps keep butter from turning them soggy. But if that isn’t enough to convince you they’re worth a look? Each one is large enough to hold up to six cups of popcorn.

Consider these magical flame packets a fun way to spice up any campfire. Simply toss a few inside, and they’ll add vibrant shades of blue, purple, green, and more to the flames. The best part? The effects can last for up to a full hour.

Don’t risk tripping when walking up outdoor stairs at night. Instead, illuminate each step by installing these lights. Their waterproof design helps keep them in good working condition come rain or shine — and installation is as easy as simply securing them into place using either adhesive or screws (both of which come included). Choose from four colors: cool white, warm white, blue, or red/green/blue.

Whether you’re sweating at the gym or camping out in the woods, this personal fan can help you beat the heat. The battery delivers up to 12 hours of cooling breeze before it needs to be recharged — and the foldable design helps you save space inside your bag. Choose from seven colors: pink, green, violet, and more.

Tired of eating the same chopped chicken breast every day? Then these claws are worth a look. The tines pierce deep into meat so that you can tear them into shreds, making them great for pork, chicken, or nearly any other type of protein. Plus, you can even use them as tongs in a pinch.

Hanging up string lights underneath your gazebo can be a bit of a pain — but that’s only part of the reason why I’m a fan of these net lights. They hang up all as one large net, and can just as easily be draped across fences, railings, hedges, or nearly anywhere else you’d like to add some chic illumination. And if you have a rather big area to cover? You can connect up to three nets together to illuminate large spaces.

Turn, flip, grab, and grip the proteins on your grill with help from this meat hook. It works particularly well with cuts of meat that are too cumbersome for a regular spatula, including hot dogs and ribs. But if that isn’t enough? Once you’ve finished grilling, the dishwasher-safe design makes cleanup a total breeze.

Move those leaf piles from yard to trash can with help from these scoops. Each one features a built-in guard to help keep your wrists supported as you scoop up leaves – and a loop built into the top of each one lets you hang them up in storage. “I have small hands but these allow me to pick up a LOT of debris, which prior to purchase had caused me to smack myself in the head maneuvering 2 big rakes,” wrote one reviewer.

Don’t have a ton of shade on your patio? Create your own by hanging up these curtains. They’re made from thick, waterproof polyester that helps block light, helping cool your patio down simply by hanging them up. Choose from dozens of sizes as well as more than 15 colors: navy, teal, beige, and more.

Searching for fun ways to serve drinks at parties? Look no further than these inflatable coolers. Not only are they designed to look like giant beer mugs, but many reviewers appreciated how they’re able to hold “a lot.” Plus, the sturdy PVC material helps them last through multiple uses.

At less than 1 pound in weight, finding somewhere to stash this projector when you aren’t using it should be no trouble at all. It displays video in crystal-clear 720P resolution, with support for 1080P as well as 4K quality. Plus, built-in Android 11 software means you can even download hundreds of different streaming apps.

Waiting for your warm drink to cool down in the fridge can feel like it takes forever. Luckily, this instant cooler is an easy fix. It can chill any 12-ounce can to ice-cold temperatures in just 60 seconds or less, all without creating any extra fizz or foam. “Gets your drinks even colder than they would be in the fridge and you aren't stuck with drinking something over ice because you don't have anything cold,” wrote one reviewer.

Unlike some floating loungers, this one features a cushioned backrest that can be adjusted back and forth depending on what feels the most comfortable to you. The best part? A detachable caddy on the side also features two cupholders for drinks, phones, or anything else you’d like to keep within reach.

Unlike traditional grill brushes, this scraper is made without any bristles, so there’s no need to worry about it shedding bristles into your grill. The head also features 10 different notches, making it suitable for use with nearly any type of grill grate. Plus, there’s even a bottle opener built into the end of the handle for added convenience.

Whether you use this privacy fence indoors or outdoors is up to you — but either way, it’s a clever way to give any space a natural, earthy feel. The faux ivy leaves are packed closely together to help keep sunlight from poking through. And since they’re fade-resistant, there’s no need to worry about how they’ll hold up over time.

Patio looking a little monochromatic? Hang up this wind spinner to add a fun pop of color. It’s made from weather-resistant steel, with laser-cut edges that allow all the pieces to rotate effortlessly. Choose from 12 shapes: mandala, teardrop, helix, and more.

Boats, decks, painted walls — this spray is suitable for use on all sorts of surfaces. It powers through stubborn bird and spider droppings, cleansing them away without stripping away polish or paint. “I tried to clean the bird and spider poop off my boat with a pressure washer and it didn’t budge. I used this product and in 45 seconds it just wiped away,” raved one reviewer.

Still using that crummy fly swatter? Then consider this electronic racket a much-needed upgrade. The racket’s face has 4,000 volts of electricity surging throughout, allowing you to eliminate flying pests on contact with no more than a gentle swing. Plus, the battery lasts through up to 10,000 zaps before it needs to be recharged.

Speaking of fun grill accessories, make sure to check out this holder. It’s great for grilling jalapeno poppers, chicken roll-ups, or anything else you can fit inside each slot. And since it’s made from rust-resistant stainless steel, there’s no need to worry about it corroding over time.

Not only does this grilling apron feature pocket space for your phone, spatulas, or nearly any other grilling tool you’d like to keep within reach, but it’s also made from durable, genuine leather. The best part? Both the neck and waist straps can be adjusted to fit your body as needed.