Watch for closing season sales. Never buy any type of outdoor furniture when the spring and summer seasons begin, as that is when the furniture will be most expensive. Wait until the major retailers start having their clearance sales.
Check furniture closeout sales for wicker patio furniture. These closeouts are set up by most manufactures to get rid of their inventory. This also helps the manufactures to make sure that they spread their brand awareness.
Look at online sources, like eBay, Craigslist, Freecycle and Overstock. Consider all shipping and handling prices or the expense of picking an item up when determining the value.
Look online or in mass mailings for coupons from large retailers. Large garden and home improvement centers often send out percent-off coupons or price match other retailers' sales and coupons. Use these discounts when purchasing wicker patio furniture.