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5 products to outfit your outdoor haven

We’re spending a lot more leisure time at home these days. And whether you have a sprawling backyard, a pocket of green, or clock your outdoors time on a small patio or rooftop garden, it’s important to have a functional space. And while part of that involves planting some lovely green things, it’s also important to lay down an infrastructure, to make sure you have the right set-up for maximum efficiency and enjoyment when it’s (finally) time to step outside. From sturdy wooden planters to the right outdoor table, even accessories to set up just the right outdoor lighting, these products will round out your outdoor space, providing comfort and utility. Just don’t forget the bug spray.

If your home is your castle, your outdoor space, big or small, is your piece of paradise. And since we’re all spending a lot more time at home these days, we’re all equally invested in creating the nicest, most attractive, and most functional outdoor space we can. It doesn’t require a huge budget or even a wide space to create a haven for yourself and your family; all you need is a little imagination, some gardening gloves, and products like these. String lights, plant herbs or flowers, provide extra seating, and cap it off with just the right amount of privacy for you and yours.

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