15 items under $100 to make your backyard a more inviting oasis

Spruce up your patio, deck or backyard with this stylish three-piece bistro set. The set includes two armchairs — and cushions! — and a square bistro table with a tempered glass top for an elegant look. 

For under $100, it's not hard to see why it has a 4.4-star rating among Walmart shoppers. 

"I love it," said one five-star reviewer. "It's perfect for my porch and not heavy, and there is only my husband and I, so it's perfect for us."

Turn your garden into a place to hang out after sunset with an enchanting set of string lights. These ones from Walmart's in-house brand Mainstays includes 50 warm white LED bulbs strung along a brown wire that blends in seamlessly with your trees and foliage. 

Reviewers say the strand of lights are "the prettiest lights" and "makes the area festive and joyful."

Make a statement in your backyard with a climbing trellis arch. Use it to grow climbing roses, delicate jasmine or fragrant honeysuckle. 

Keep the mosquitos at bay with a tabletop citronella candle. This one from Walmart's in-house brand Mainstays comes in a stylish glazed ceramic pot that you won't mind keeping out on display even when there aren't any mosquitos in sight. 

Rain or shine, a crack and tilt umbrella is a backyard essential. Use it to stay dry during a shower or block out the sun on hot, humid days. It's water and UV-resistant and includes a built-in hand crank that also allows for quick and easy setup and breakdown. Choose from 24 colors to find the right color for your patio set. 

Because every backyard cookout needs a cute set of gingham table linens. This four-pack of gingham cloth napkins from The Pioneer Woman is a steel for under $10. Get two or three sets for when you feed a crowd.

Spruce up unused corners of your backyard by turning them into dedicated seating sections. Use this durable and waterproof bench to make a cozy reading nook in the back of your garden. 

Reviewers say it's good for small gardens and is "very easy to assemble."

You don't need a huge backyard to be able to make s'mores. This mini tabletop fire pit is the height of a bottle of soda and can be used as a portable fire pit whenever you need it. 

It's ideal for patios, balconies and small gardens, and some reviewers even mention using it for camping. Some reviewers say it's a great choice for when you don't feel like building a full fire pit for a quick evening outside. 

"This is undoubtedly for you if you want a hassle-free, lovely, quick, smoke-free fire," said a five-star reviewer. "With no effort, a lovely fire that burns for forty minutes may be created in five minutes."

Of course, some occasions call for a full-sized fire pit, in which case this one from Walmart's in-house brand Mainstays is an excellent deal for about $30.

This bundle comes with a spark screen to prevent embers from rising into the air, and it includes a poker for adjusting burning wood. 

Reviewers say it's "very sturdy and constructed well" and "just the right size for a quiet evening outside."

For a more rustic look, this picnic table set is a great way to have seating for a crowd when and where you need it. You'll often find this style of picnic table at British pubs and German beer gardens. For under $100, it's an especially good choice for when you want the ability to rearrange your outdoor seating for a big crowd.

If you're interested in growing climbers in your backyard, this eye-catching plant trellis is a cute way to give your plant the support it needs while also adding some visual interest to your garden. 

You need a patio space or a sturdy tree to hang this fun hammock rope swing in your backyard. It comes with everything you need to safely and sturdily hang it, as well as a detachable metal support bar and two seat cushions for extra comfort. 

In fact, nearly 1,300 reviewers say it's well worth the price. "Assembly is simple and easy," according to one reviewer. 

"I have it hanging from a tree in my yard, it's like a cocoon, so relaxing to just be able to curl up and watch the kids play!" said another enthusiastic reviewer. 

Note that some reviewers say the fabric has a slight smell when first opened that will dissipate over time. 

Rocking chairs are the ultimate backyard flex. This one from Mainstays has a traditional yet elegant slatted design that makes it look much more pricey than it actually is. It's a great addition to your front porch, balcony or other outdoor covered space, but you can also use it indoors if you want. Grab two — one for you, one for your partner.

If you want a bench that can withstand the elements, this black steel bench from Mainstays is a solid pick. Reviewers say it's "attractive" and "sturdy." Add it to your backyard for extra seating or place it near your front door so that you can take muddy boots on and off easily.

This backyard addition isn't technically under $100, but it's pretty darn close. And a 10-foot above-ground pool for around $100 is a down right steal in our book. This one from reputable brand Intex includes a steel metal frame that allows it to support up to 1,185 gallons of water. 

Reviewers say it's a "great pool for my kiddos" and had "pretty simple set up."

A cozy pair of cotton shorts is a summertime fashion essential. These ones from Hanes come in sizes S to XXL and feature front pockets and a draw string.

These T-shirts are available in sizes S to 5XL in a large selection of colors. Choose from two-packs all the way up to 72-packs (!) for whatever your needs are. 

The slip-on sneakers come in over 15 colors, some neutral and some bright.