1. A triangular sail that'll bring your backyard some much-needed shade *and* drop the temperature a few degrees so you can actually enjoy the outdoors instead of worrying about sprouting a sweat stache. The corners of the sails have D rings so you can attach them to whatever you'd like with your choice of hardware or rope.

Promising review : "Purchased this to increase privacy and provide some shade. The color is vibrant and hasn't faded, and the loops are well-stitched. The sail has also faired well in winds, thunderstorms, monsoon rain, and the brutal heat of Vegas.

The shade is wonderful, and one can definitely feel the temperature difference from full sun to being under this sail. The look and feel compliments our pool area, and will certainly be purchasing an additional one." — VHC Media Get it from Amazon for $22.

99+ (available in dozens of sizes and 13 colors/patterns). 2. A vertical planter with five containers so you can finally grow your own herbs and stop spending $6 on a tiny bunch of basil!! Each container has drainage holes and root tray risers to help prevent root rot.

Promising review : "This was really easy to put together. I’m using it for fresh herbs mostly, but I will be planting some flowers for some color. Make sure you line up the holes properly with each planter.

Alternating left, right, center. Make sure they are facing the front so they drip down onto the next tray properly. Otherwise, any cascading water from each tray will just drip onto the g.