Our 12 Favorite Summer Gnomes To Create A Happy And Inviting Garden Or Yard

Nothing infuses a backyard with summer cheer better than a garden gnome. These mythical characters have been a household staple since the 1800s, when they were used to provide a sense of protection. Today, people put garden gnomes in their yard to promote good luck and to add joy and personality to their property. Modern-day gnomes come in all varieties, and we've rounded up 12 of our summer favorites that will instantly make your backyard a fun and inviting place to be. These include a wind chime-playing gnome, a meditating zen garden gnome, a moss-covered gnome with a solar-powered night light, a disco dancing gnome, a bird-feeding gnome, and a crew of pixie gnomes that live on a tabby cat. 

It's not always easy to find adorable garden ornaments to enhance your outdoor space that are also well-made. Fortunately, each of these ornaments are expertly crafted with high-quality resin that is both waterproof and weather damage resistant. These statues are hand painted and will remain in excellent condition for years to come if cared for properly. They are also versatile and can be displayed in all kinds of creative places, including porches, sun rooms, windowsills, and balconies. It's time to say "welcome gnome" to your cheerful new backyard residents. 

Get two garden ornaments in one with this wind chime and gnome statue from Design Toscano for $35. This piece comes with five aluminum chimes that produce beautiful sounds in the breeze. It's also an ideal choice if you love the look of the traditional German-style garden gnome. According to the makers, this collectible ornament is individually hand painted and made with top-quality resin. It makes an excellent gift for the green thumb in your life or it can add a touch of whimsical delight to your own garden.

Do you want to attract birds to your garden this summer? This charming gnome statue from Design Toscano for $35 is exactly what your yard is missing. With a large sunflower in his hands, this pixie gnome will add whimsical magic to your yard and feed feathered friends at the same time. The sunflower can be filled with bird seed, and the bright yellow petals are a magnet for many types of birds. You are bound to have beautiful winged visitors flocking to your yard with the help of this Germanic-style garden gnome.

This one's for all the cat lovers out there. You will have to look closely to spot all of the jolly pixie gnomes making themselves comfortable on this adorable orange tabby cat statue, available on Amazon from GlitZGlam for $40. This unique ornament looks lovely in the garden or on your front porch. There are five gnomes in total on this statue and each one is unique. The ornament is hand painted and finished in quality resin to withstand all kinds of weather conditions.

Relax with the help of this blissed-out character. Perfect for a zen garden, this meditating gnome statue from Design Toscano for $23 reminds you to slow down and smell the roses. He is seated in a lotus position with his eyes closed and a blue bird peeking out of his beard — the picture of tranquility. Whether you place him on a stone, by a water fixture, or directly on the ground, he will be happy anywhere. Why get a Buddha statue when you can have this fun collectible ornament instead? Namaste, or should we say gnome-aste.

This swinging gnome sculpture, also from Design Toscano, is a symbol of summer fun and costs about $27. This cheerful character is hanging upside-down on a tree swing and is sure to put a smile on your face every time you see him. The statue is secured by a sturdy rope which you can hang over a branch or in another creative place in your backyard. It is hand painted by Design Toscano gnome artisans and cast in designer resin. This unique ornament is bound to add a dose of cheer to your day.

This beautiful statue that's $33 on Amazon from The Twinbling Store is both enchanting and functional. This gnome has a solar-powered outdoor lamp at the end of his yellow sunflower-covered hat. The light charges itself within five to eight hours and lights up automatically at night, producing a warm glow for up to 10 hours. It is made from a durable waterproof material and finished with a protective coating that prevents fading from the sun and weather-related damage. This ornament will infuse your garden with charm and illuminate it at night.

Summer is about having fun in the sun, and this beach-loving garden gnome statue from Design Toscano for $56 will help you do just that. Sporting his vacation wear and elf hat, this gnome is living the good life under a palm tree with a tropical drink in his hand. He'll make an excellent companion in your garden or backyard tiki bar. At 16.5 inches tall, this statue is on the larger end of the Design Toscano collection. Like the others, it is made from genuine stone, bonded with top-quality resin, and hand painted.

Say hello to the Knothole Gnomes. These unique ornaments from Design Toscano for $30 will bring your backyard to life. This ornament comes in a set of two characters, with one looking out of an open window and the other peeking out from behind a wooden door. Finished with keyhole slots, these gnomes can be attached to a tree. With a little bit of creativity, a few more accessories can turn this tree into the ultimate gnome home. Be sure to ask a professional at your local hardware store about how to hang these ornaments safely.

Greetings from the garden! This adorable welcome sign on Amazon from La Jolie Muse for about $40 would be a wonderful addition to your front porch, flower beds, or backyard oasis. The resin greeting is complete with solar-powered LED lights inside the sign that will illuminate your outdoor space. We can't think of a better way to make your visitors feel at home than with a warm welcome from this statue. At just over 13 inches tall, this ornament is large enough to capture the eye without stealing the spotlight from your prized garden.

This hilarious cranky gnome statue from Design Toscano for $19 is the perfect gift for gardeners with a sense of humor. The disgruntled-looking character's "Go Away" sign is bound to get a laugh every time and keep unwanted visitors away. This silly statue will add a touch of amusement to your front porch or garden. At just 8 inches tall, it's a wee little ornament with a big personality. The artisan-made statue is suited for both indoor and outdoor use, but it's important to shelter it from the elements in extreme weather conditions.

This whimsical gnome statue on Amazon from Teresa's Collections for $35 has a unique mossy texture that allows him to blend in with his natural surroundings. He stands on a patch of grass surrounded by flowers and pumps water into a bucket from a pressurized well. As a bonus feature, the water is a solar-powered light. Switch it on and the light will charge in the sun for a few hours and glow overnight for up to eight hours. The gnome is individually hand painted and crafted from a durable resin to withstand harsh weather.

You've never seen a disco dancing gnome like this before, and that's exactly why you need it for your garden. This cheeky character is named Tony Gnomero and he's suited up and ready to hit the dance floor. For $34 from Design Toscano, he's sure to make a statement in your groovy garden. If your flower beds have shiny watering globes, Tony and his disco ball will fit right in. This statue, as well as all of the Design Toscano gnomes, come with care instructions to preserve their condition for many seasons.