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8 Garden and Patio Gifts From The Home Depot for Mother’s Day

Help her transform her outdoor space with these picks from the retailer’s Spring Deals event.

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Mother’s Day and flowers may go hand-in-hand, but what if you gave the mom in your life a more permanent gift to commemorate the holiday? Whether she’s been dreaming of a major patio overhaul or has sprucing up her garden on her spring to-do list, The Home Depot has gifts that will help bring these projects to life.

Choose from stylish outdoor furniture sets and umbrellas—perfect for the mom who loves to host—or focus on the details that turn a backyard into an oasis, such as self-watering planters or potted roses. You get to save up to 30% off thoughtful and functional finds and she gets to fast-track her outdoor projects—just in time for summer.

Shop our top gift picks below.

Minimalist moms will appreciate the sleek lines of this tall, durable planter. The style has decorative wood-like detailing and is made of sturdy resin, which promises to have a long life despite the elements. With over 12 gallons of soil capacity, it’s perfect for lush, flowering bushes or small trees.

Few gifts encourage R&R quite like a chaise lounge. These two are water- and UV-resistant, with an easy-to-adjust backrest and a stylish neutral color palette.

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An ergonomic and sturdy trowel is a must in any gardener’s toolkit. This under-$10 option is designed for comfort, even on long days of planting, digging, and scooping soil. It’s made from rust-resistant stainless steel, so it won’t bend under heavy soil.

Give her a gift that takes care of her other babies—her plants! This self-watering planter box takes less than five minutes to assemble and will blend right into the natural landscape surrounding it. With optional drainage holes, her plants’ roots will stay pristine, not water-logged.

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The creamy tones and wicker details on this outdoor set make it look quietly expensive and luxurious. It’s perfect for lounging on warm summer nights or hosting an intimate afternoon tea and gossip session.

A patio umbrella is great for helping to protect against UV damage during the day. This one is also useful for al fresco nights—it’s equipped with a solar-powered LED light that can be set in a warm or cool hue.

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Upgrade her weather-worn patio chairs with this Adirondack model, available in 13 colors and made from ultra-durable Polywood lumber. The material, which is a blend of recycled plastics, is weather-proof and easy to clean.

These gorgeous, ground-cover roses rebloom from spring to frost, giving her a boost of serotonin every time she looks out her window. They’re bred to be incredibly low-maintenence, so they’re ideal for every mom looking to beautify her garden, even those who don’t have a green thumb.

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