5 Huntsville patio stores to shop now for beautiful outdoor spaces this spring

Two dogs pose in outdoor chairs in a staged patio seating area at Brooks & Collier, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Brooks & Collier, Inc. stages many outdoor furniture groupings to help inspire patio design plans. (Courtesy of Brooks & Collier, Inc.)

While our recent snow days were delightful, many of us are now looking out of our homes at outdoor spaces full of slowly thawing, muddy messes from the freeze.

The good news? With the first day of spring seven weeks from now, time is on your side to transform your backyard into your happy place.

Read on for some great Huntsville patio stores that will inspire your plans.

Guide to Huntsville patio stores

1. Brooks & Collier, Inc.

An outdoor kitchen island with a Big Green Egg grill, staged patio seating and umbrella and long greenhouse full of plants at Brooks & Collier, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Brooks & Collier, Inc. celebrates its 80th year in business next year (Courtesy of Brooks & Collier, Inc.)

Spring plants for sale in a greenhouse at Brooks & Collier, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Brooks & Collier, Inc. celebrates its 80th year in business next year (Courtesy of Brooks & Collier, Inc.)

The most enduring among Huntsville patio stores on our list, this home and garden store has helped local people create beautiful outdoor spaces for almost 80 years.

The shop carries a huge selection of high-quality indoor and outdoor furniture, pretty planters and decor, grills, accessories and more.

Ready to brighten indoor spaces with pretty houseplants and liven up your landscaping? Mark your calendars for early March, when the first plants arrive in the shop’s two large greenhouses and shrub yard.

Where: 813 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM; Saturday, 10AM-4PM
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2. Across the Pond

A koi pond with a fountain in front of a large garden shed structure at Across the Pond, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Across the Pond has the region’s largest selection of cold-water fish, including 50 varieties of Koi. (Courtesy of Across the Pond)

Ever want to recreate a little slice of Big Spring International Park on your property? If a koi pond is on your backyard bingo card, this business’s name is your first clue about where to start.

The Design Center team offers 25+ years of experience with ponds and other water features. You can also count on their knowledge and products for smart landscaping, fire pits, outdoor furniture and accessories, and more.

Where: 7004 Memorial Pkwy NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
When: Monday-Satuday, 8AM-5PM
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3. Billiards, Barstools and Patio

A row of multicolored Adirondack style outdoor chairs next to a pool, representing inventory at Billiards, Barstools and Patio, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Adirondack style furniture is a top seller at Billiards, Barstools and Patio. (Courtesy of Billiards, Barstools and Patio)

Adirondack style outdoor chairs surrounding a firepit, representing inventory at Billiards, Barstools and Patio, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Adirondack style furniture is a top seller at Billiards, Barstools and Patio. (Courtesy of Billiards, Barstools and Patio)

While patios are only part of the equation here, you will find top-quality furniture for dressing up your patios, pool areas and firepit seating. A customer favorite is the Adirondack-style furniture from Berlin Gardens, Polywood and SoPoly brands, all with 20-year warranties.

Adding a pool table, Golden Tee or arcade console to your game room couldn’t hurt, either. (You know, just in case snow traps us inside again.)

Where: 3607 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Monday-Friday, 10AM-6PM; Saturday, 10AM-5PM; Sunday, 1PM-5PM
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4. Southern Hearth and Grills

Two fire and water bowls installed over a pool, representing products available from Southern Hearth and Grills, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Southern Hearth and Grills brings the heat to outdoor spaces, from fire-and-water bowls to grills and fire pits. (Courtesy of Southern Hearth and Grills)

A large outdoor grill island in the show room of Southern Hearth and Grills, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Southern Hearth and Grills brings the heat to outdoor spaces, from fire-and-water bowls to grills and fire pits. (Courtesy of Southern Hearth and Grills)

While we can’t control the weather, we can adjust the temperature a bit with fireplaces, outdoor kitchens and grills. With over 40 years of serving the Huntsville area, this shop offers all these options and expert knowledge to help you weather the seasons with ease.

Consultations are free.

Where: 6882 Hollow Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
When: Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-4:30PM; Saturday, 8AM-2PM
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5. AllSouth Appliance Group, Inc.

A person lifts the lid of a Big Green Egg grill in the show room of AllSouth Appliance Group, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Shop for a new grill, pizza oven or full outdoor kitchen at AllSouth Appliance Group. (Courtesy of AllSouth Appliance Group)

An XO pizza oven at AllSouth Appliance Group, one of several Huntsville patio stores. — Shop for a new grill, pizza oven or full outdoor kitchen at AllSouth Appliance Group. (Courtesy of AllSouth Appliance Group)

People shop this showroom and appliance resource to equip their homes indoors and out, from high-end, luxury items to more budget-friendly finds. The team is accustomed to catering to customers with all types of patio projects.

If you want to buy just one item to straddle seasons, a grill is a great choice. Enjoy it now while making it a focal point later for spring and summer barbecues. Recent top sellers for AllSouth include Big Green Egg, Napoleon and Blackstone grills.