Ready for a barbecue? Save money on grills, patio furniture.

Summertime means it is time to have a barbecue. This week, readers can save $221 on a gas grill and find other deals on patio furniture.

Mark Alterman cooks meat on his outdoor island grill in North Easton, Mass. in 2002. Shoppers can save big on grills this week if they use a coupon code.

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By Marcy Bonebright, Guest blogger

June 10, 2014

The sun is out and so are some of the season's best deals for the patio. Whether you're ready to fire up a new grill or just lounge around in a new deck chair, we've rounded up a bunch of deals to get your summer started right. Save $221 on a Char-Broil gas grill, get $74 off a 10-foot umbrella, and nab a Ty Pennington patio set for $415 off list price.

  1. Char-Broil Commercial 3-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner
    Store: Lowe's
    Price: $309.20 via coupon code "47000LOWES0664S" with free shipping
    Lowest By: $221
    Expires: June 16

    Is It Worth It?: Because grilling is the unofficial cooking style of summer, it behooves you to have a great grill with which to cook.You'll save on operating costs if you opt for a propane grill, like this Char-Broil Commercial 3-burner gas grill. Coupon code "47000LOWES0664S" cuts this 30,000-BTU grill down to $309, which is a $221 price low. Featuring TRU-Infrared technology and porcelain-coated cast iron cooking grates, this advanced grill also boasts a 13,000-BTU side burner.

    If the model above isn't right for you, be sure to check out the rest of the Char-Broil Commercial gas grills on sale at Lowe's. These grills have been marked 20 percent off, and you'll even get an extra $10 off via coupon code "47000LOWES0664S." Choose in-store pickup to dodge the $79 delivery fee.

  2. Kenmore 4-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner
    Store: Sears
    Price: $184.99 via coupon code "SEARS5OFF50" with in-store pickup
    Lowest By: $100

    Is It Worth It?: Should the Char-Broil model above be out of your price range, you can still score a great propane grill. Coupon code "SEARS5OFF50" drops this Kenmore 4-burner gas grill in Red down to just $185, a savings of $100. That's a great deal on this 53,000-BTU grill, which features a spacious 589 sq. in. cooking space and porcelain-enameled cast iron cooking grids.

    Outdoor cooks can save big at Sears, where a large selection of gas and charcoal grills have been marked up to 20 percent off with an extra 5 percent off. Better yet, coupon code "SEARS5OFF50" cuts $5 off orders of $50 or more, and coupon code "SEARS35OFF300AFFILIATEDEALS" takes $35 off $300 or more. (The coupons do not stack.) Opt for in-store pickup to avoid shipping charges, which start at around $10.

  3. Living Accents 10-foot Round Offset Umbrella
    Store: Ace Hardware
    Price: $79.99 with in-store pickup
    Lowest By: $74

    Is It Worth It?: Light up your summer nights and stay cool in the day with the Living Accents 10-foot Offset Umbrella. This big, round umbrella features 40 solar-powered LED lights that provide the perfect ambiance for an outdoor party. Opt for pickup at your local Ace to save $74 on this dual-purpose umbrella.

  4. Ty Pennington Style Parkside 4-Piece Deep Seating Set
    Store: Sears
    Price: $684.99 via coupon code "SEARS35OFF300" with free shipping
    Lowest By: $415

    Is It Worth It?: With its vintage look, the Ty Pennington Style Parkside set will create an inviting place for your guests to hang out when the weather's warm. This 4-piece set drops to $685 when you apply coupon code "SEARS35OFF300," a killer savings of $415. The set includes a loveseat, two chairs, and a coffee table, all featuring weather-resistant steel frames and fabric.

  5. Mainstays Spring Creek Chaise Lounge
    Store: Walmart
    Price: $79 with free shipping
    Lowest By: $60

    Is It Worth It?: Summer is the ideal time to put your feet up and soak in the sunshine, so this Mainstays Spring Creek chaise lounge couldn't be more perfect. A $60 price low at $79, this chaise lounge features a steel frame, adjustable back, and removable cushion.

    Now is a great time to furnish your whole exterior at Walmart, where a selection of patio furniture has been marked up to 41 percent off. With prices starting at $45, you're sure to find the perfect outdoor pieces for your place. Best of all, many items qualify for free shipping.

Marcy Bonebright is a features writer for DealNews.com, where this article first appeared: http://dealnews.com/features/best-gardening-deals/

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