9 Outdoor Decor Items You Should Always Buy at Target, According to Target Fanatics

Wandering the aisles of Target is a hobby (or a sport, if you like hunting for Circle bargains). But sometimes it helps to listen to people who make it their mission to find the best buys.

Even if you’re focused on upgrading your patio or changing your deck style, your cart can quickly fill up before you have time to stock up on outdoor items. That’s why we called in Target’s superfans to help—and they’ve identified the outdoor items you need to buy this season.

Here are their suggestions for beautifying outdoor spaces and why.

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Outdoor carpet

The quickest way to make your deck or patio livable is with an outdoor rug. Here are some of the chic options they’ll be choosing for their space.

Southwest Tapestry Outdoor Rectangular Woven Rug

“I love statement pieces and playing with patterns,” says Victoria of @the_target_bargain_hunter. “Rugs can tie a room together, and this outdoor rug adds a unique touch.”

Easy to clean (just rinse with water) and adds a pop of color. The rubber lining also helps prevent slipping.

She also points out that Target has many sales throughout the summer so you don’t have to pay full price for new flooring.

Hearth & Hand Gingham Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Magnolia

Kallie Davis and Jenna Wood of @bestoftarget say they love adding a rug to a space with a weather-resistant design to give your outdoor living space a complete look.

They especially love this black and white gingham print, which makes a statement and looks great from summer to fall.

Outdoor chair

Here are the best chairs to freshen up every corner of your outdoor space, as recommended by Target experts.

Rattan and metal outdoor egg chair

This chair is so good that it was recommended by all three experts. Victoria notes that it’s easy to set up and clean, and that it’s “the most comfortable investment I’ve ever made.” It can also accommodate two people.

“I can curl up and look at the stars at night,” she added.

Wood and Davis note that the weather-resistant cushions and steel frame are designed to last, ensuring you don’t have to buy new furniture every season. It also scores points aesthetically, thanks to its quirky shape that you won’t see everywhere.

Hearth & Hand Outdoor Chair with Magnolia Wood and Rope & Stool

Davis and Wood also appreciate Hearth & Hand’s outdoor collection, especially the collaboration with Magnolia.

“Joanna Gaines definitely knows how to make an outdoor space look 10/10,” they said.

If you’re looking for “coastal chic” style, this line is just what you need. The mahogany frame with rope detailing is exactly what your backyard needs for a stylish yet comfortable look.

Outdoor table

You need a good surface for all your favorite snacks and grilling. And a space to gather with friends and family on summer evenings. Here are the tables these Target fans highly recommend.

Room Essentials Rectangular A-Frame Pergola Outdoor Dining Table

How cool are the hooks and frames hanging on top of this table? Victoria notes that “this outdoor table has so much potential. Whether you love to dine al fresco or have parties planned this season, she points out that there are so many ways to decorate and make it stand out.

“You can hang the tree up and string lights along the bars,” she says. “I also think it would be easy to add balloon decorations for birthdays.”

Opalhouse Ceramic Round Garden Table

Another interesting option is this table, a collaboration between Opalhouse and Jungalow.

“There’s nothing I love more than decorative objects in my home,” says Victoria. “It gives your space a beautiful pop.”

She owns quite a few pieces in this collection and this is a must have if you want to create a more vibrant porch, balcony or patio. It doesn’t fade and even has a handle so you can move it outside.

Cool bar table

Multi-purpose furniture is great not only indoors but outdoors. Victoria recommends this unique table, which has a built-in cooler and a flat surface that pops up. It’s the perfect two-in-one that’s both fun and functional.

Welcome mat

Welcome guests and yourself with a cute outdoor rug. It’s a small item that adds a cozy feel to your space before you even step foot inside.

Lovers Knot Doormat

Davis and Wood were both drawn to the Studio McGee collection and love the parallel collection with Threshold. Products like this help your outdoor space become an oasis while keeping the dirt out, thanks to the raw coconut fiber. They also appreciate that there are outdoor decor and furniture from these lines that fit anyone’s budget.

Tree planter

There’s something special about moving your plants into new, stylish pots. It refreshes the entire look of your space. Here’s a suggested option that’s affordable but definitely an upgrade.

Threshold Aesthetic Plastic Indoor/Outdoor Planter

It’s easy to overspend when it comes to decorating, but you can stay within a certain price range if you’re picky. That’s another reason Wood and Davis turned to Studio McGee.

“Their products may look high-end, but they come at affordable prices like these planters,” they say.

They come in four sizes to scatter around your porch or deck. Although they’re plastic, they look just like the expensive stone version.