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20 Products For Anyone With Very Little Yard Space

Mar 02, 2024

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

You can have the yard of your dreams, even if you're short on space.

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Promising review: "Took my portable fire pit on vacation to Oceanside this past week and it was a hit!! Made s’mores and it lit up our our patio perfectly. It’s clean and best of all it’s smokeless!! It will certainly be traveling with us everywhere we go!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $39.96 (available two colors).

It's also got a bench and cup holders!

Promising review: "I have had this pool for about two weeks now and I LOVE IT!!! Was simple to set up, I got a little electric pump and it took about 10 minutes to inflate, then about half an hour to fill with water. Pay attention to making sure you set it up on level ground or it will be lopsided. I live in South Carolina so it is already hot and humid, and I use it about every afternoon. It is probably good for two adults, maybe one adult and a couple of kids. The built in seat and headrest are really quite comfy and relaxing. I will definitely buy this same pool again if it springs a leak and can't be fixed, if I could give it a 10 stars I would. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!!" —kathryn j.

Get it from Amazon for $50.69 (also available with a pump).

It comes with a glass top, wicker bar table (with shelves!) and two cushioned stools.

Promising review: "We ordered two of these outdoor bars for our patio. They look so great put side by side to create one long bar. I searched online for days and found this item to be the best value (as each bar comes with two stools, cushions, and the glass top). The instructions could have been a little more helpful but it was fairly easy to figure out. The bar is very sturdy and the shelving inside is great for extra storage. If you are looking for a relatively inexpensive way to improve your outdoor space, this bar is the perfect addition!" —Debbie M

Get it from Amazon for $159.99+ (available in four styles).

The top extends up, so just lift it when you want to grab a can!

Promising review: "I have received a lot of compliments regarding this little cooler/table, and for the price, I'm very happy with the purchase. We were looking for a smaller table to complement our larger patio set. After our last party I think I may have made a couple of sales for the Keter brand. The cooler kept drinks cold for quite a while, especially considering we didn't put much ice in it. The standing feature is nice, too. Just lock the table in the open position and you can use it for a tall drink stand, which works well. If you're looking for a little table for a patio set OR for a little patio cooler, this product can take care of both needs." —Phenom13

Get it from Amazon for $81.41+ (available in two colors and with or without a side table).

Here's what BuzzFeed writer Brittany Ross has to say about this:

"I grew up eating food my dad cooked on his Weber grill, and you really can't beat the flavor you get from using charcoal. Plus, it's the perfect size for making a good deal of food without taking up too much space."

Promising review: "Affordable and reliable. Perfect for our backyard. We prefer charcoal to gas, and we've cooked about everything under the sun on this bad boy. Easy to assemble. Easy to clean. Exactly what we wanted." —Marci Manley

Get it from Amazon for $139+ (available with or without a cover).

Promising reviews: "On summer evenings, we like to sit out in our garden, drink margaritas, and relax. This fountain is a perfection addition to the overall atmosphere. It was easy to set up. As the afternoon fades to evening, the warm glow coming from the bowls, as well as the soothing sound of the water, provide a perfect enhancement to the atmosphere. It has been running in the evening for several months with no problems at all. Highly recommended." —Eric

"For a small patio, it is the right proportion. Easy to to put together. The lights at night are so beautiful bouncing off the bricks. Looks real like it's made of bricks and concrete. I think it's best outdoors or on tile indoors as there is a small splash." —NormaP

Get it from Amazon for $149.

BTW: These can hold up to 20 plants and can be broken into two separate planters if you don't want it to be stacked all together.

Promising reviews: "Great for novices. Loving our new strawberry station. We've never done this before, so having a Mr Stacky is awesome." —Melissa Toledo

"This is perfect for small spaces, and if you live in a place where you don’t have a lot room to plant, this is the perfect planter." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $30.85.

Promising review: "Great for small gardens. This box was easy for assembly, and it's sturdy. It takes about 10 bags of dirt to fill it up, and I did line the bottom so I didn’t risk grass growing up in my garden. The whole thing took about 30 minutes to build and fill. Lots of space for the urban gardener to grow their own veggies! So happy we now have two of them!" —Nikki

Get it from Amazon for $69.99.

Just push it up against a flat surface and attach it to an umbrella base.

Promising review: "This half umbrella is just what I needed for a small patio where we sit! I never knew they made half umbrellas! What a great idea! It's perfect!! And you would never know that it's half of an umbrella by looking at it. It's great for those areas where you want it flat up against house or wall. A+ — love it!" —jitz

Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "Wow. When I opened the box and pulled it out I thought it was bit small and surely wouldn't be that loud.... BOY WAS I WRONG!! This FREAKING ROCKS!!! Seriously don't hesitate BUY ONE! The reviews were spot on! Perfect pool side! Best money I've ever spent on a Bluetooth speaker. The wife was skeptical and then I turned it on and she was like wow excellent purchase way to go!" —RIC78

Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in four styles, six colors, and golf or Coca-Cola themed versions).

Promising review: "As always, my order was shipped quickly and in perfect condition. I love the bright colors and they are tall and sturdy. They are perfect for bottles, cabs, and cups... Not so good with stemmed wineglasses! No problem: I just ordered silicone stemless wineglasses!" —LaDonna Clark

Get a set of six from Amazon for $32.47 (also available as a set of four or get a set made for stemmed wine glasses here).

Woodland Steelworks in a small business based in Woodstock, Georgia that sells furniture, home decor, and pet accessories.

Promising reviews: "Great little stand that does exactly what it’s advertised to do, and very attractive. Perfect helper when we are playing bocce ball and other outdoor games. Thank you for making it!" —Pigney

Get it from Woodland Steelworks on Etsy for $61.20 (originally $68; available in three colors and five optional engravings).

Promising review: "We needed something to go in a blank space on the patio that did not take up a lot of room and provided more seating. These came put together, are sturdy, and provide just what we need. The grandkids will love them. Great product, and price was good." —TGS

Get a set of five from Amazon for$69.99.

Promising reviews: "Nice comfortable folding chairs that store easily and are great to pull out when extra guests visit." —Jennifer L Forbes

"I bought these as extra seating when needed. They don’t take up much space when folded and feel sturdy and supportive." —Angentry

Get a set of four from Amazon for $132.99.

Promising review: "Perfect for a small space. This hammock is fully netted and wraps around you like a cocoon almost. It allows you to extend your legs out while your back is supported in a relaxed position but not laying down. I love being in this hammock and am very happy with it. What I really like is that when you are not in it, it lays flat and is out of the way which is perfect for my small balcony. I still have a pathway to walk, versus my old hammock was a set shape, and I had to move it to pass. This takes up less space and allows me to extend my legs completely out. Very happy with this purchase. Hope this helps." —littlesurfboard

Get it from Amazon for $47.46+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "I’m 83, and it took me literally five minutes to put it together. It’s nicely made and looks so good in my small garden." —jericra

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in two styles).

Dances with Stone is a small biz that sells vases, planters, tank decor for reptiles and fish, and bird baths made of stone.

Promising review: "Absolutely LOVE this birdbath! And so do the birds.❤️ Shipped super quickly, and the maker was great about accommodating my preferences for color, shape, etc. Absolutely delightful addition to the garden. I couldn’t be happier! Thank you." —Angie

Get it from Dances with Stone on Etsy for $99.99.

Promising review: "Excellent value for the price. They're metal but not extremely heavy, and the nesting feature makes them ideal for small spaces. I was very pleasantly surprised by the quality when I opened the package." —Jennifer K.

Get a set of three from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in six styles).

Tree Jewelry Garden Art is a small biz based in Mesa, Arizona that makes garden decor and tree sun catchers.

Promising review: "This was my second order within two weeks. No sooner did the first six strands arrive, then I was online ordering 12 more. I just LOVE these. They just make me smile each time I step outside and see them sparkling. And let’s not forget shipping. WOW! In this day of shipping delays, etc., these were in my mailbox within two days. THANKS!" —Shirley Orrell

Get it from Tree Jewelry Garden Art on Etsy for $18.92+ (available in various lengths and in packs of six strands).

It comes with eight balls, plus a pallino (the small white ball), measuring rope, and a carrying case! And, it's so simple that anyone strong enough to toss the balls will be able to play.

Promising reviews: "Very durable bocce ball set. We bought this to go with our backyard game collection. Everything is super durable and doesn't chip easily. We have thrown these a bit harder than we should and they hit cement pavement and still not a crack or chip in sight. Solid build." —Sharks93

"Bocce is a fun activity for all ages and skills. This set is great quality and looks good. Love the carrying case! These look like they will last a lifetime." —The T's

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available with soft rubber or hard resin balls).

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