Summer is the perfect time for observing nature from your garden, but if you don't have a canopy of trees to provide shade, the sun may keep you out of your garden during hot moments in the day. A garden umbrella, coupled with a quaint 3 piece patio set, can provide just the right amount of shade to make your nature retreat tolerable, from a temperature point of view. It is important to make sure your garden umbrella is anchored with an umbrella base so that it doesn't blow away.