The Lowe's Presidents' Day sale is finally live — here's everything I'm buying for my backyard and home to prepare for spring

The holiday weekend has arrived, spring is on the horizon, and Lowe's has finally launched its official Presidents' Day sale. The retailer's sale is a favorite during Presidents Day thanks to not only its deep discounts on major appliances, but also its deals on outdoor spring essentials

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As TechRadar's deals editor, who is just itching to get my backyard ready for warmer weather, I'm breaking down everything I plan to buy, as well as some spring essentials for my home.

The retailer has up to 40% off patio furniture, and this rocking chair set would look perfect on my front porch for $189.99 (was $279.99). I first need to clean my outdoor space from all the winter weather, which is why I'm buying this compact Greenworks pressure washer for only $89 (was $139 ...