15 Of The Best Patio & Garden IKEA Items Under $20

Designing an outdoor space can get expensive at times. This is true even if you want to buy items for your patio or garden from affordable brands like IKEA. After all, some pieces IKEA sells can cost hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars. Still, if you know where to look, you can find some really good deals from IKEA — some for even less than $20. But who has the time to look through endless catalogs and product pages, right? So, we did that part for you. Below, we have put together a list of some of the best patio and garden items you can get from IKEA for under $20.

From a glass propagation set to a 21-piece picnic set or a small plastic children's chair, there is something for everyone on this list. Even better? All these items are highly rated, and we made sure none of them has a rating below a 4-star rating. Put simply, you don't have to worry about getting a bad deal with these items in your basket. All you have to think about is finding new ways to make your garden patio look expensive using these patio and garden items from IKEA.

Plant cuttings deserve better than just being shoved into a random drinking glass and forgotten like leftovers. That is where IKEA's VATTENKRASSE clear glass propagation set can help. Priced at $19.99, this clear glass, ivory, and gold set includes five small vases in different sizes. The vases are all held neatly on a powder-coated stainless-steel plate. This set is perfect on a windowsill or used as living décor on patios. Customers like it, too, calling it elegant, beautiful, well-made, sleek, and perfect for small propagation projects.

You don't always need a big planter to give your patio and garden some charm. Sometimes a small planter like IKEA's STJÄRNANIS flower box is more than enough, too. Priced at $15.99, it measures 17 inches long, 6 inches wide, and 5 ½ inches high, and is made from solid acacia wood. The wood is also treated with a semi-transparent acrylic stain. Plus, there is also a PET plastic insert at the bottom to help protect the surface underneath from moisture. You can use this flower box outdoors to decorate your patio, garden, or fencing.

Every plant owner knows this feeling: water splashes and it ends up getting everything wet. That is where IKEA's DOFTRIPS watering can comes in. Its narrow, long spout makes it very easy to water plants, especially young shoots, gently and precisely without any spills. The can is made from stainless steel, so you won't have to worry about rust ruining its looks. Buyers describe it as functional and easy to use, while also appreciating its simple appearance. As for the price, the DOFTRIPS watering costs about $14.99, and it holds 51 ounces of water.

If you spend some time in your garden or patio, your children probably do as well. And chances are, they want their own seats. IKEA's MAMMUT children's chair can help save the day. It costs only $19.99 and comes in many colors, including white, green, and purple. You can pick the one that your child likes best or the one that fits with your overall patio and garden design. This chair is made from polypropylene plastic and treated with UV protection for outdoor use.

Imagine: You work hard to DIY your own wooden outdoor chair, only to find it is just too hard to sit on. Well, don't worry! IKEA's FRÖSÖN cover for chair pad offers an $15 affordable solution. It is a polyester chair pad designed for patio chairs and garden seating. The pad also comes with corner ties that help keep the cushion securely attached to the chair while it is being used outdoors. It has a reversible design, too, and this fabric is designed to resist fading from sun exposure.

Children are not the only ones looking for a seat in patios and gardens. Sometimes guests need one, too. That is where IKEA's FEJAN foldable outdoor chair comes in handy, as it allows you to add extra seating without making anything permanent. The chair costs $15, and it has a galvanized steel frame and a plastic body. It is not flimsy, though. The chair can hold up to 220 pounds, and it has a polyester powder coating that gives it excellent weather, UV, and rust resistance, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

A chair alone only does half the job. IKEA's FEJAN outdoor table completes the arrangement by giving you a handy little surface where you can place your drink or book you often read when sitting in your garden or patio. It costs $19.99 and measures 19 ½ inches long by 17 ⅜ inches wide. When it comes to build, the table is made primarily from powder-coated steel, with polyamide feet, and these materials not only handle outdoor use well, but they also require minimal maintenance. Reviewers also noted that the table is sturdier than it looks.

There are a ton of affordable products that make starting seeds for your garden a breeze out there. However, if you are looking for something stylish, IKEA's DOFTRIPS plant starter set is definitely worth a look. It is a small growing kit that is designed to help seeds germinate. The kit includes one growing tray with a clear dome, four small growing pots, and four plant supports. This set has a solid galvanized steel and PET plastic construction. Pricewise, it costs only $14.99, and buyers seem to like it for its appearance and compact size.

Sometimes a patio doesn't need more furniture or more plants. It just needs a few small details, like vases and bowls, and if you are looking for some, make sure to check out IKEA's DAKSJUS vase set. The set includes three glass vases in different shapes and colors, costs $14.99, and you can use it for flowers, cuttings, or even small propagation projects on your patio. The vases are practical, too. Their shapes are designed to support plant cuttings while roots develop in water, and they have narrow necks that help reduce evaporation.

A healthy plant can brighten up a patio, but the plastic container it came in usually does the opposite. That is where IKEA's KLOTLÖNN plant pot can help! It is a stoneware plant pot that costs $12.99 that measures 5 inches tall and has a maximum inner pot diameter of 4 ¾ inches. The pot also comes with a saucer, and IKEA notes that it is frost-resistant, making it suitable for patios, balconies, and garden spaces in colder weather. Customers seem to like it, too, and have written several positive reviews about its appearance and practicality.

Let's be honest: Not all of us want to get our hands dirty growing plants. However, a patio without greenery is also not what most people want either. That is where IKEA's FEJKA artificial potted plant set may be useful. The set includes three artificial succulent plants in small pots, each measuring about 2 ¼ inches and made from polyethylene plastic. The set costs $4.99, and IKEA says it is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. You just need to ensure that you know where to put fake plants to make them worth their while.

On the other hand, for people who do like growing plants, pots and containers are not always enough. Sometimes they also want hanging baskets and planters. IKEA again offers a solution for only $15.99: the FLODBJÖRK hanging planter. The planter has an inside diameter of 10 ¾ inches, an outside diameter of 11 ¾ inches, and measures 33 ¾ inches tall, including the hanger. Just keep in mind that it only holds 11 pounds, so if you have a large plant in mind that you want to put in a hanging planter, this might not be the right choice.

A candlelight dinner on your patio is something many of us have dreamed of, but keeping candles lit can be difficult when the wind keeps blowing them out. That is where IKEA's BORRBY 11" lantern comes in. It costs $14.99 and is designed for use with a block candle. This lanterns is made of a steel frame and glass walls making it perfect patios and other outdoor gatherings. Just make sure to use a candle of the right size. IKEA recommends using something with a maximum height of 5 ⅞ inches and a maximum diameter of 2 ¾ inches.

Every new gardener eventually reaches the point where using a kitchen spoon to dig a planting hole no longer feels like a good idea. That is where the LÄRKAR 2-piece gardening set can help. The set costs $9.99 and includes a garden trowel and a hand cultivator. Both tools are made from stainless steel, and they feature solid birch handles which are oiled for a comfortable grip. Buyers seem to like these as well. The reviews consistently mention that both tools offer good value and have a solid build.

Patios have a way of collecting small things: sunglasses, napkins, bottle openers, coasters, remote controls ... the list just goes on. If your patio is starting to feel cluttered, it might be time to get a DJURTRÄNARE basket. It is currently available for about $5.99 on IKEA's website and measures 4 ¾ inches wide, 6 ¾ inches deep, and 3 ½ inches high. IKEA specifically says this basket can handle outdoor use, so you can safely use it on a patio. And if it ever gets dirty, you can wipe it clean with a soft cloth or damp paper towel.