15 Lowe's Finds Perfect for Summer Backyards and Barbecues

When you’re tackling a home project, it’s likely a stop at Lowe’s is high on your list. The store’s official name is, after all, Lowe’s Home Improvement. As we’ve noticed with other popular big box stores these days, Lowe’s is proving itself to be more than power drills and plywood. In fact, it's full of great outdoor decor pieces that are sure to elevate any backyard, patio, or deck. 

With this in mind, we trawled through their online store and rounded up some items we absolutely love. From decorative accents to affordable furniture, here are a few of our fave outdoor summertime items currently available at Lowe’s.

Flameless Decorative Lantern

Decorative lanterns are a great way to add some ambiance to any outdoor space. This flameless pick features three LED candles inside a beautiful lantern that you can set on a five-hour timer, no matches required. It’s weather resistant, but you can also easily move it inside for use all year long. 

Rust-Striped Rectangular Lumbar Pillow by allen + roth 

Most outdoor pillows are in a more traditional square shape, so we were delighted to spot this chic lumbar pillow. It would be perfect on a porch swing, egg seat, or nestled into an Adirondack chair for maximum comfort. 

Yellow Tabletop Citronella Candles

There are plenty of bug-repellent options out there, but sometimes, all you need is the scent of citronella filling the air. This three-pack of simple yellow candles in stylish mason jars is a great way to stock up, or you can use them all at once, across multiple surfaces. Plus, once you’ve burned through them, empty mason jars are always a great thing to have on hand. 

Resin Basket-Effect Lantern with Flameless Candle

If you love a lantern but want something a bit more contemporary in style, we adore this resin-weaved basket with a flameless pillar candle. It has the delicate look of a wooden basket but is actually weatherproof—just like the flameless candle inside. 

Outdoor String Lights

String lights have become an outdoor must-have over the past few years, and we can see why. Nothing adds a touch of romance to an outdoor space like the warm glow of these bulbs. These oversized bulbs on a 48-foot cord would look beautiful lining a patio or strung between trees. 

Solar-Powered Outdoor LED Path Stake Lights

Any design pro will tell you that creating an outdoor lighting plan is the perfect way to instantly upgrade your exterior. Best of all, you don’t have to break the bank to get the effect. These solar-powered stake lights are a beautiful, easy, and budget-friendly way to line any footpath or flower bed.  

Off-white Citronella Candle in ‘Good Vibes’ Jar by Rae Dunn 

Rae Dunn has pretty much cornered the market on the farmhouse aesthetic, and this double-wicked Good Vibes candle is right in line with the rest of her wares. It would make an especially great gift for anyone hosting a barbecue this season. 

Glass Solar Crackle Jar Light by allen + roth 

Most outdoor lights come in either strings or stakes, but almost always as a set, so we love this individual crackle jar light. It would look beautiful on a side table or nestled into a plant stand, or just as a part of a centerpiece on your outdoor dining table. 

Sagebrook Home 6-Wick Yellow Tabletop Citronella Candle

As another citronella option, this pretty yellow candle is our fave. What starts as a six-wick decorative candle eventually turns into a beautiful planter, once the wax has fully burned off. We’re all for reusable items to enhance our home space. 

Torch Lamps in Stainless Steel 

Stake lights and longer torches are great lighting options, but it can be tricky to find ones that align aesthetically. These simple globe torches would look perfect in a more modern or contemporary garden but take note that they’re not flameless. They actually have fuel canisters inside to create a soft candlelit glow in your garden. 

Origin 21 Geometric Multi Square Throw Pillow

This tasseled throw pillow and geometric print is a much different look than other weatherproof outdoor pillows and we adore it. The rusty tones are definitely on trend this season, and they can transition nicely inside once the season comes to a close. 

Two-Piece Patio Conversation Set with Blue Cushions

Whether you’re working with limited space or you just want to set up smaller seating areas or zones in your larger garden, a conversation set is a great addition. We love the teal blue cushions that come with this set, and the low price makes it all especially appealing. 

Origin 21 Indoor/Outdoor Geometric Area Rug

The texture of this rug caught our eye instantly, and we can totally picture this working in almost any outdoor space. The material is moisture, stain, and fade-resistant so it’s also great for a high-traffic, transitional space, like a sunroom or covered porch. 

White Resin Barrel Garden Stool

The functionality of this garden stool makes it a must-have. Its modern and minimalistic shape means it can be a stool, a plant stand, or a side table, and it would look just as beautiful on your patio as it would poolside. It’s also lightweight and easy to move around as needed, so it would be especially perfect if your garden is the go-to spot for summer parties.

Blue Resin Indoor/Outdoor Planter

Of course, no outdoor space is complete without a few planters. This weather-resistant resin beauty caught our eye because of the showstopping color, but we also love that it’s listed as durable, lightweight, and coated in a way that minimizes fading. That way, the brilliant blue will last all season long.