Whether you're painting, planting, or completely reimagining your backyard, Home Depot has the tools and supplies to make it happen—often at a discount. The key? Knowing when to shop.
We’ve tracked the best seasonal sales and savings events to help you score the lowest prices on everything from mulch and flowers to patio furniture and grills. For year-round savings tips, don’t miss our Home Depot Savings Guide. And check out our Home Depot Coupons page for the best codes and sales available now.
The Best Time to Shop Home & Garden at Home Depot
Time your Home Depot visits around these seasons and holidays to save the most on home and garden supplies.
| Item | Best Time to Shop |
|---|---|
| 🌼 Plants, Mulch, Flowers | Late Spring – Early Summer (Memorial Day, Mother's Day) |
| 🛠️ Lawn Tools, Gardening Gear | Fall (after Labor Day) |
| 🪑 Patio Furniture, Grills | Between July 4 and Labor Day |
| 🎨 Paint, Flooring | Holiday Weekends (Black Friday, Presidents Day) |
🌱 What to Buy Each Month at Home Depot
- March–April: Seeds, soil, and garden tools
- May–June: Flowering plants, mulch, patio furniture
- July–August: Grills, sheds, lawn décor (clearance begins!)
- September–October: Lawn tools, fertilizers, chainsaws
- November–December: Paint, flooring, storage items
Home & Garden 2025 Sales at Home Depot
| Sale Event | Best For | Typical Savings |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | Plants, patio, gardening supplies | Up to 30%–40% off |
| Red, White & Blue (July 4) | Grills, garden tools, outdoor décor | Up to $850 off appliances |
| Labor Day | Patio sets, sheds, clearance items | 40%–60% off |
| Black Friday | Paint, tools, appliances | 40%+ off, sitewide |
Home Depot Memorial Day Sale – May 26, 2025
Your best shopping opportunity for plants, garden supplies, and patio furniture will be Memorial Day weekend. Not only can you take advantage of holiday discounts, but it’s also the perfect time to shop to get your garden and patio ready for summer.
Planning a bigger appliance upgrade? Our Appliance Sales Calendar breaks down when to buy.
Home Depot Red, White & Blue Sale – July 4, 2025
Also called the 4th of July Sale, the Home Depot Red, White, and Blue Sale is 10–14 days of mega savings on gardening supplies, patio furniture, and grills. Be sure to add it to your calendar to take advantage of massive discounts. There is typically a Home Depot promo code for even bigger discounts on top of category sales.
Home Depot Labor Day Sale – Sep 1, 2025
If you can wait until around Labor Day, you’ll find the steepest discounts on patio sets, outdoor furniture, grills, and more as stores make way for fall inventory. Shop Labor Day weekend to take advantage of sitewide sales.
Home Depot Black Friday Sale – Nov 28, 2025
Patio furniture and landscaping tools may be out of season in November, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t save on them during the Home Depot Black Friday Sale.
For short-term DIY jobs, save even more with rentals—see our Tool Rental Savings Guide.
More Ways to Save on Home & Garden at Home Depot
- Get free delivery on all online patio sets
- Shop the Garden Center clearance page
- Use this $5 off $50+ in-store Home Depot coupon
- Browse our full Home Depot coupon collection
- Sign up for a Home Depot credit card to get up to $100 off your first purchase
Looking for more ways to save at The Home Depot? Check out our Home Depot Savings Guide and Tools Rental Guide.
🧠 FAQ: Home Depot Garden Shopping
Does Home Depot discount plants after holidays?
Yes! After holidays like Mother’s Day or Memorial Day, stores often mark down plants and flowers to make room for new inventory.
Can I return live plants?
Yes—Home Depot has a one-year guarantee on perennials, trees, and shrubs with proof of purchase.
