Patio Misting Systems

It’s summer.  And what do you like to do in summer?  Be lazy.  Be outside.  Be lazy outside.  I mean really, who doesn’t just lounge around during the summer months, whether by a pool or on a deck or under the trees?  Just about everybody does it at some point and the key to mastering that feeling of calmness as you enjoy the great outdoors is to not be overheated.  If it is hot and humid and you are sweating or just uncomfortable, well no one really wants to or picture anyone else sweating like a pig.  So avoid it all together.  With a Misty Mate Patio Misting System.

As part of Patio Mania 2011, I would strongly suggest you get your misting system before it’s too late!  There are several different sizes that you can choose from to fit the size of your outdoor area.  They are perfect for decks, patios, and poolside spaces.  All you do is install the system around the perimeter of your space and sit back and relax as a nice gentle mist falls all around you, keeping you cool and comfortable, as well as making your place the place to be (at least during the summer).

I really just don’t see any reason for you not to get a misting system.  Who doesn’t like to be constantly sprayed with a fine stream of water that will keep you cool and make you look awesome?  It just works.

July 2, 2011 at 5:52 pm Leave a comment

Be Square

The Ella Square Planter.  It’s a planter.  It’s square.  It’s named after someone named Ella.  You can’t get more modern than that.  Well, I’m sure you can, but let’s not go there right now.

The Ella Square Planter comes in four different colors: Black, Sage, Teak, and Terra Cotta.  They all look great, but if you want to go for a super modern look, I would go with the black.

You can use these indoors, but if you want to be different and unique, you can easily drill holes in the bottom and move them outdoors!

The best part about these planters (I know, you’d think after all the great stuff I’ve already said it couldn’t possibly get any better, but it does!) is that it comes in six different sizes and the really best part is, it’s kinda cheap!  At least the small one is; it’s only $5.29.  Now talk about being modern, nothing is as modern as saving money!

They’re durable.  They’re modern.  They’re versatile.  They’re cheap.  I can’t believe you’re still reading this and aren’t already on yardlover.com right now to order you up a bunch of them!

Go ahead and do it.  Cause they’re awesome.  And here is a dimension and pricing chart for you to look at and see what sizes are available and how much they cost so you can save time at your actual check-out and spend more time deciding which planter combinations of sizes and colors you want to purchase.

  • 6″ : 6″ square x 6″ tall
  • 8″ : 8″ square x 8″ tall———additional $4.30
  • 10″ : 10″ square x 9.75″ tall-additional $13.70
  • 12″ : 12″ square x 11.5″ tall–additional $21.70
  • 14″ : 14″ square x 13.5″ tall–additional $32.70
  • 16″ : 16″ square x 16″ tall—-additional $44.70

June 23, 2011 at 6:29 pm Leave a comment

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June 21, 2011 at 2:05 pm Leave a comment

Words in Stone-Cobblestone Making Kit

This kit is perfect for kids to get involved with gardening.  I know as I kid, I loved making these because I could choose the word, and then I could place it in our garden. Kids can learn common garden plant names, like basil or thyme, and they can associate that word with the plant.  Making these stones are fun for kids and is a great way to give them something to do during those long summer days.  Go ahead and get your child involved because he or she will love this!

*They also make great gifts for kids to give their grandparents!

 

June 14, 2011 at 12:54 am Leave a comment

Dad’s Day Gift Ideas

It seems like the gift-giving occasions never cease to exist.  They just keep coming and coming, and every time you are caught with a frantic look on your face while you panic about what perfect gift you can give them this time!  Well I am here to help you out a bit, no thanks necessary.  Well okay, you’re welcome!

Gift Idea #1:

A Hammock or Hammock Chair

Hammocks and Hammock Chairs are so comfortable and are guaranteed to be loved.  Personally, if you ask me, hammock chairs are better just because it is a combination of a hammock AND a chair.  That’s better so if you want to read you can sit up and it’s just more comfortable.  But hey, some people like reading with their heads at awkward and uncomfortable angles.  You might want to throw in a hammock pillow or accessory though if you plan on getting a regular hammock just to ensure that your dad isn’t in painful agony while trying to hold his head up.  Your dad can hang his hammock (chair) anywhere and spend the day relaxing. You’d gotta be crazy not to love that!

 

 

Gift Idea #2:

One thing I’ve noticed about dads, especially my dad, is that they love to grill.  Don’t ask me why, I don’t know, but I do know that a grill would be the thing to get him.  What’s better than having your own grill?  Especially if it’s portable, because then you can take it anywhere and everywhere and that’s just awesome.  Check out the Black Dog Grill.

Gift Idea #3:

Guys like accessories too and if you can’t go big with the grill, at least get the next best thing: Grill Accessories!  Take your pick from hundreds of fabulous items, including steak branding irons, grill covers, grilling tools, and even more!

Gift Idea #4:

Outdoor Fire Pits

Whether it’s a Fire Pit, a Collegiate Fire Pit (sadly we don’t have one with a Virginia Tech logo, which, believe me I know, is a huge loss), or even an Outdoor Fireplace, your dad’s gonna love it because you can make fire in it!  Them seem to like doing that sort of thing for whatever reason.  You will be sure to make your dad happy with any one of our hundreds of outdoor heating products!

Now, if you cannot find an absolutely, fabulously, wonderfully perfect gift for your father even after reading all of those terrifically outstanding ideas and suggestions, then you are on your own.  Just kidding!  I’m sure that if you call, we can find something your dad is sure to love!

 

June 9, 2011 at 5:43 pm Leave a comment

Modern-ish Plant Stands

Plant stands very often do not look very modern.  It’s not that they are old or rustic-looking, it’s just that they have a lot of fru-fru curly-ques that do not present a nice, clean modern look.  So.  “Where does that leave you?” you are probably wondering.  Well now is the time when you can thank me.  I have done a ton of research and came up with a list of our modern plant stands (or at least as modern as possible when it comes to plant stands), and believe me, it wasn’t easy.  So go ahead and take a look.  The worst that can happen is you will think they are all old and ugly and not buy any.  But I doubt that will happen.  Unless you don’t need a plant stand and then you shouldn’t even be reading this in the first place.

Our most modern-looking plant stands that are actually pretty cool:

Contemporary 28 Inch Planter Stand

Triple Square Plant Stand

Bronze Ring Plant Stand

Etagere Durable Rectangular Plant Stand

Cape Cod Style Outdoor Plant Shelf

Nesting Tables Plant Stand

June 2, 2011 at 7:55 pm Leave a comment

GardenGlo Illuminating Planter

I really cannot begin to describe just how COOL these planters are.  If you didn’t get this from the title, they are planters that are illuminated. Whether you choose to go with solar powered or electrical, blue, frost, or terracotta, you cannot go wrong with these awesome planters!  Just imagine how great they already look during the day, and add the fact that once the sun goes down, they will give off a soft glow, making your garden or deck the coolest around!

Illuminating Planter Features:

  • Weatherproof
  • Made of durable resin
  • Planter can also double as a cooler
  • Single LED bulb will provide about 20,000 hours of luminosity
  • Can be purchased in three great colors: Blue, Frost and Terracotta.  Also available with Solar LED panels in Blue, Frost, or Terracotta.

120 Volt Planter Includes:

  • 4,000 hour fluorescent bulb
  • 12 foot power cord and plug
  • Single 9 watt fluorescent bulb

Solar Planter Includes:

  • 6 LED bulbs and solar control unit
  • Separate control mounted on a ground stake for positioning in direct sunlight
  • Includes 3 AA rechargeable batteries
  • On/Off switch with auto function at dusk

Dimensions: 20″ Height x 21″ Diameter

May 19, 2011 at 9:14 pm Leave a comment

We ARE hip

So, I thought I’d take this opportunity to tell you all a little bit about Yardlover.com.  As you probably know, we are an online retailer for lawn and garden products, although we do sell some other stuff that is neither of those things (like tote bags, motorcycle gloves, or college team branded clocks).  However, our primary focus revolves around items that can be used in and around your home or lawn that have something to do with gardening/nature/wildlife/being green/outdoor activities.

While many of our products appeal to the older generation, we have lots products that are actually pretty cool.  And I would know.  I spend hours a weeks doing research on what is cool and do we have it.  Then I write about it so that you can see it and feel the sudden need to own that product.  So you may think that everything we sell is for old people, such as the pickling and canning mixes or the gardener’s fashion.

So I just wanted to take a minute to reassure all of you out there that we really are modern.  But just to make sure you believe me, I’ll prove it.

Some synonyms of the word “modern” include twenty-first century, with-it, up-to-date and present-day.  Well.  What is more twenty-first century than recycling?  Huh?  Answer me that.  In our office we have two recycling boxes that we put everything in, from paper to plastic bottles to cardboard.  Also, at our local Relay for Life event, we go around the grounds every hour with a wheelbarrow and collect peoples soda cans and bottles that would otherwise end up in the trash.

Another way we stay hip is by having Casual Fridays, hosting corn-hole tournaments, and popping popcorn using our very own in-office popcorn machine.  Yeah, it’s legit.  Not that microwavable kind loser offices use.  So if you think we are not leading-edge, fresh, groovy, or boss, think again.

May 5, 2011 at 8:54 pm Leave a comment

Mother’s Day is right around the corner

This year, Mother’s Day is on May 8th.

And what do you have to show for it?

…………………………………

That’s what I thought.  Luckily, I can help by giving you some great gift ideas that your mother will be positively sure to love!

Camelot Bloom Glass Hummingbird Feeder–$56.95

What’s not to love about this adorable little hummingbird feeder?!  It’s bright and colorful, with a nice weathered charm, and is sure to draw in hummingbirds from far and near.  Hummingbirds are great to have around because they are smaller and able to pollinate the flowers that bees cannot reach.  They also add great interest to your yard because they are so small and move so quickly.  Any hummingbird feeder will make a great addition to your yard, as well as make your mother very happy.

Viette’s Cranberry Red Daylily–$19.99

This bright red daylily will be sure to add a great pop of color to any garden or outdoor space.  It will be 6″ wide and 28″ tall and it has three distinct blooming periods.  It looks great a and is guaranteed to make your mother smile.

Radius Ergonomic NRG Hand Tool Set–$34.95

Every gardener needs the right tools in order to successfully plant a healthy beautiful garden.  Get your mother on the right track to success with these hand-held ergonomic design tools.  They minimize hand and wrist stress while maximizing power and comfort.  The set includes a trowel, bulb trowel, weeder and cultivator, all of which have bright green handles to reduce the risk of losing them in the garden.  These handy tools are sure to make your mom’s gardening chores a breeze!

All of these great Mother’s Day gift ideas are sure to be a big hit for any mom-figure in your life!  But hurry up and get her something great today because these sale prices end on May 8th!

April 27, 2011 at 8:53 pm Leave a comment

Coastal Redwood Grow Kit

Have you ever wanted to see the Redwood Forests?  Well now you can have your own right in your backyard!  They can grow up to 365 feet and have lived for over 2,000 years!  You have to see it to believe it, and here’s your chance!

Check out these other awesome tree grow kits that all include seeds, growing medium, mini greenhouse, and instructions:

April 17, 2011 at 6:17 pm Leave a comment

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