A premier retailer of outdoor furniture.
Offers a large selection of aluminum, wrought iron, teak, wicker and wood patio furniture.

Online since:       2003
Items in stock:    About 1600
Free shipping?   Yes (for most items)
Ships to:               Continental USA

One-stop shop for durable hardwood outdoor home furnishings.
Good selection of imported Indonesian teak patio and garden furniture.

Online since:       2003
Items in stock:    About 200
Free shipping?   Yes (continental US)
Ships to:               US and Canada

Outdoor furniture and decor for any home or yard.
Items available in both teak and cedar.

Online since:       2003
Items in stock:    About 200
Free shipping?   Yes
Ships to:               US, Canada & Mexico

Offers over 8,000 items for the lawn, garden, patio and outdoor decor.

Online since:       2000
Items in stock:    About 8700
Free shipping?   No
Ships to:               US (excluding Alaska & Hawaii)

One of the oldest and largest home and garden decor online retailers.

Online since:       2000
Items in stock:    About 3,900
Free shipping?   No
Ships to:               US

Offers a big collection of garden furniture and decor products.

Online since:       1988
Items in stock:    About 5,400
Free shipping?   No
Ships to:               US

Offers quality outdoor patio furniture, including cedar, oak and teak furniture, Adirondack chairs and other decorative products.

Online since:       2004
Items in stock:    About 100
Free shipping?   Yes (continental US)
Ships to:               US

Garden furniture is also known as patio or outdoor furniture. 
Such items are specifically designed and intended for use outdoors, such as on a patio, balcony or poolside.

The materials used in production of the pieces must be sun, temperature and water resistant for obvious reasons, but must also be heavy enough to prevent losing pieces during moderate or higher wind conditions.

Comfort is a key feature in the design of products, since it is usually intended for reclining or lounging out of doors. 
This means that it must be a material which doesn't become overheated to the touch. 

Frames of molded plastic, wood or aluminum are the most common designs while cushions of vinyl or plastic are often used.

A typical grouping of garden furniture will include a large circular or rectangular table with an oversized umbrella which extends through a hole in the center of the table and continues on into the heavy base - often metal. 
Four or more casual chairs match the table.

Other popular outdoor furniture pieces include recliner type lounging chairs, which typically have two or more positions for added comfort. 
Some chairs will have attached tables or sometimes just beverage holder slots so that drinks can be placed near the chair.

Outdoor furnishing designers place emphasis both on the look of the piece and the ability to easily maintain the surfaces.

The internet is jam packed with online shopping sites which are exclusively dedicated to quality garden furniture and outdoor accents.
These retailers offer a large selection of items, made by leading manufacturers, for every type of backyard, taste and budget.

Since the net is a very competitive environment, prices are low in general and a lot of furniture and patio décor shopping sites offer cheap / discounted items for sale, free delivery, special deals and real bargains.
Many of them even offer various financing plans, which make your lawn furnishing task more affordable.

Browsing the catalog is pretty easy.
All you have to do is choosing a relevant category and start examining the actual designs.
A typical garden furniture store would include the following categories:

Dining Sets: Aluminum, wrought iron, wicker, wood, recycled plastic and teak dining sets.

Conversation Sets: Aluminum, wrought iron, wicker and wood conversation sets.

Tables: Dining, picnic, coffee, fire pit, bar height, end and bistro tables.

Seating: Patio and pool seating, swings, chaise lounges, porch gliders, benches and Adirondack chairs.

Umbrellas: Wood and aluminum umbrellas.

Various Outdoor Accessories: Fire pits, fountains, lighting, torches, patio heaters, serving carts and gazebos.

All the stores which are listed here are credible, trustworthy & safe, however, it's still wise to look into the following points in order to avoid unnecessary headaches and disappointments.

Shipping - Does the store ship only within the US? (Many shops can't deliver furniture to Alaska & Hawaii).
Does the store ship internationally? Does it ship to APO / FPO addresses?
How do they ship? There are several methods like: UPS, truck, White Glove deliveries and others.
How long does it take to deliver?
How much does the shipping actually cost (in some cases, it's totally free of charge).
Does the shipping fee include assembly, if needed?

Warranty – Is there a clear and reasonable warranty or a guarantee policy?

Cancellations – What happens if you want to cancel your order? Is it possible? Is there an easy process for that procedure? Is there a fine for cancelling?

Returns – Can you return an item if you're not satisfied? Is there a restocking fee?

Customer Service – Is there a clear number of the customer service department in case there's a problem?

FAQ – Does the store have a detailed FAQ section which answers most common questions?

Satisfaction Guarantee – Many stores offer satisfaction / money back guarantee (always a major plus).

Lowest Price Guarantee – Some stores offer it and it's an important added value for a lot of consumers.