The latest addition to Belavi, Aldi’s line of gardening and patio products, is a rattan storage table. At first glance, this appears to be a tall basket or stylish table — but it’s both.

Back in January, Aldi introduced a new piece of furniture to its “aisle of shame” that quite literally vanished before shoppers’ eyes. The price was right, the design was immaculate, and it was just ...