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20 best garden gifts

10/19/2019

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Best garden gifts


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For the green fingered, nothing is more satisfying than beautiful beds and gorgeous green lawns. Whether you like it neat and manicured or wild and positively bursting with colour, creating the perfect garden can be an addictive project. Luckily, there’s a whole world of gardening gifts and accessories for those who revel in the great outdoors.
 
No matter what time of year it is, garden care never stops. Even in the heart of winter, there’s mulching, weeding and raking to do. So, if you’re looking for a gift to delight the gardening obsessive in your life, planters, ornaments, bird boxes, hand tools and more are a good way to make gardeners grin.
 
This guide to the best garden gadgets on the market will help you find the perfect gift for a friend, family member or…yourself (promise we won’t tell anybody). 

1. Garden Hammock

For those beachfront vibes in the comfort of your own backyard, you need a high quality garden hammock. Hammocks come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, so you’re guaranteed to find one which fits your specific type of outdoor space.

​For instance, if you don’t have trees to use for hanging a traditional hammock, just pick up a freestanding hammock which doesn’t require ropes or ties. Plus, if you choose a portable hammock which can be erected and taken down in minutes, it’ll be suitable for camping trips and other excursions
Hammock garden gift

Garden hammock

2. Composting Tumbler

Composting tumblers are for gardeners who are serious about their scraps. These large rotating devices can be a bit on the pricey side. However, they are loved by homeowners who’ve made composting a big part of their garden’s care.

Composting tumblers are very similar to regular composting barrels but, instead of being static, they continually rotate to aerate their contents and create compost much quicker. Without automated rotation, gardeners have to turn compost piles manually with a rake or hoe.

​ For most, this is a very tedious job. Why not take the hard work out of it with a composting tumbler?
compost tumbler garden gift

composting tumbler

3. Electric Hand Shears

Electric hand shears are among the best gardening gadgets and gifts for older people. Advancing age can make it harder to reach certain areas or to maintain the steady grip and dexterity needed to manually trim hedges.

​With electric shears, however, all you’ve got to do is point them in the right direction. We recommend investing in shears with detachable, swappable parts so you can make full use of the fact your shears are electrically powered. After all, if you’re going to go electric, it’s worth making your trim a little fancier than usual. 
electric hand shears

Electric Hand Shears

4. Gardeners Skin Care Gift Hamper

To really show a loved one you care, gift them a gorgeous gardener’s hamper. We think gardeners skin care gift hampers make wonderful presents because proper skincare is something many avid planters and weeders forget about.

​ Yet, all that digging is rough work and a premium hand balm can be a lifesaver. Some hampers focus on hand and nail exfoliators. Others include things like organic lip balm, soaps and aromatherapy candles. Choose a skincare hamper that includes a stylish pair of gardening gloves to ensure your recipient gets plenty of use of their gift.
gardeners skin care gift

Gardeners Skin Care Gift Hamper

​5. Insect Hotel

Insect hotels are an easy, inexpensive way to nurture the bees, wasps, ladybird and other bugs which call a garden home. They are much like traditional bee sanctuaries – with a wooden frame and lots of small holes for insects to nest inside – but these hotels include a number of different insect habitats instead of just one.

​Depending on the hotel you buy, you could get a combined bee, butterfly, wasp and ladybird sanctuary. Each section of the container is shaped a little differently to provide a specialised habitat for a specific type of insect. The best part is, these larger and more complex insect hotels are just as easy to hang and maintain as smaller versions.
insect hotel garden gift

insect hotel

6. Garden Badminton Set

If you prefer to keep your garden gifts free spirited, try a backyard badminton set. These kits are really easy to set up because they come with a freestanding net. Just tie the net to the frame, extend it across the garden and start playing.

​Portable badminton sets come in a wide variety of sizes so you can even play in a very small yard. If you are tight on space, buy a smaller net or look for a kit with an adjustable net. The easier it is to set up, the better suited it is to camping trips, beach excursions and other outings
Badminton gift set

Garden Badminton Set

7. Hanging Moroccan Lanterns

Moroccan lanterns are popular with gardeners because they add a sense of mystique and intricacy to outdoor spaces. Hanging lamps are particularly beautiful because, when they catch the light, their gentle swaying sends cascades of colour across a deck or patio.

​There’s no single type of Moroccan lamp so you may want to spend some time picking out a pattern that appeals to you. We’re fond of the teardrop shaped lanterns with rounded patterns but there are all kinds of hexagonal, triangular and pentangular versions as well. Most products need nothing but a sturdy metal hook for hanging.
Moroccan garden lantern gift

Hanging Moroccan Lanterns

8. Wall Mountable Bird Bath

 You don’t have to splash out on an expensive freestanding bird bath to care for the feathery visitors in your backyard. There are plenty of smaller baths which can be affixed to garden walls.

​They need only a couple of strong nails or screws and should, if the wall is stable, remain steady for many years. We advise looking for a cast iron bath which won’t rust or corrode over time. Depending on the size of the bath’s basin, you may be able to use it interchangeably as a bird bath and feeder.  
Bird bath garden gift

Wall Mountable Bird Bath

9. Nibble My Bits’ Gnome Bird Feeder

If you want to give a garden gift that’ll have your recipient roaring, consider the wonderfully witty ‘Nibble My Nuts’ gnome bird feeder. Yes, it’s silly but everybody should have fun in the backyard.
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This mischievous gnome makes a great Christmas or birthday gift for somebody who doesn’t mind keeping a naughty ornament in the garden. Spoiler alert – the nuts are yours. Fill this gnome’s pouch to the brim to keep the local birds happy. He’s made of tough terracotta so he should find it easy to withstand the elements.
Nibble my bits garden gnome

Nibble My Bits’ Gnome Bird Feeder

10. Fire Pit Grill

Fire pit grills and racks are inexpensive to buy, and they add a whole new dimension and function to an existing garden fire pit. For this reason, they’re one of our favourite garden gadgets. They’re easy to use too.

​Much like a barbecue grill or oven rack, they are placed directly over the pit’s flames. The long – sometimes extendable – handle ensures you can move the rack without getting too close to the fire. It’s the cheapest, easiest way to turn your garden fire pit into a fully functional barbeque. No screws, no nails, just a useful gadget
fire pit grill garden grill garden gift

Fire Pit Grill

11. Digital Weather Station

It’s hard to overestimate the value of digital outdoor weather stations. They can perform so many different functions. For instance, one of our favourite products is able to measure temperature, humidity, moon phase, air pressure and much more.

It’s not like turning on the TV and watching the weather forecast. These devices are measuring minute changes in the atmosphere outside your home. When they give you a weather forecast, it’s a forecast that’s personal to your specific neighbourhood and, in some cases, your garden.

​Many of these digital stations come with integrated alarm clocks, LCD displays, wireless sensors and even USB ports for charging devices. It’s almost like having a miniature laptop in your garden.
digital weather station gift

Digital Weather Station

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12. ‘Grow Your Own’ Gardeners Gift Box

Grow your own gift boxes have become very popular in recent years as more people take up gardening as a casual hobby. The big benefit of these boxes is their simplicity. They come with carefully selected supplies, tools and other items.

​In most cases, the contents are geared towards a specific goal such as growing a tomato plant, raising a bonsai tree or starting a vegetable patch. Everything you need to achieve a specific goal is inside. It’s a fun, self-contained way to begin a project that could teach you a lot about gardening.
grow your own garden gift set

‘Grow Your Own’ Gardeners Gift Box

13. Bat Box

If birds aren’t your thing but bats never fail to pique your curiosity, pick up a bat box for the garden. These simple wooden structures are similar to bird boxes, but they have a slightly different shape and opening. A bird box has a small round opening on its front.

​You can recognise a bat box from its smooth, solid front. The opening is hidden on the bottom of the box so visiting bats can slip inside covertly. Don’t forget, any bat box you buy must have untreated, bare wood. Bats are very sensitive to varnishes and waxes and can get sick if nesting boxes use treated wood.
bat box garden gift

bat BOX

14. Electric Garden Vac

You might not know you can buy a vacuum cleaner for use in outdoor spaces. These smart gadgets are not much different from household vacs. However, they are designed to suck up leaves and other organic debris.

​The best products can cope with both wet and dry materials, so an electric garden vac should be useful for gardeners living in all conditions and climates. Our favourite vacs are the ones with a detachable head specifically for artificial lawns. It’s a clever addition that a lot of proud gardeners would find very practical.   
Flymo garden vac

ELECTRIC GARDEN VAC

15. Gardening Tool Belt

If you know a keen gardener without a sturdy tool belt, hook them up with what they really need this year. You can pick up gardening belts in a wide variety of colours and designs. They can be fairly simple with just a few basic tools or they can be more extensive.

​The larger gardening belts have more pockets and come with cool extras like gardening yarn, spray bottles, actual flowering seeds and labelling equipment. With a pocket for all of their essential tools, the gardening addict in your life will never be unprepared again.  
gardeners tool belt

gardening TOOL BELT

16. Thermal Garden Weeder

Thermal garden weeders are among the most exciting outdoor gadgets we’ve seen in some time. They are just like regular long handled weeders, with a slimline frame and a round flattened head. The difference is these weeders eliminate unwanted growth by applying intense heat.

​The user places the device directly over a weed and presses a button which envelopes it in temperatures of up to 650°C. According to manufacturers, it is a safe, efficient and environmentally friendly way to clear a garden of pesky weeds. Most are powered by electric, so they do not introduce toxic chemicals, gases or pesticides into your yard.
thermal garden weeder

thermal GARDEN WEEDER

17. Vertical Garden Wall Planter

Not everybody is blessed with a spacious garden. Some people have to get creative to build the outdoor space of their dreams. With a vertical wall planter, it’s easier than you think. Just clip the sturdy plastic or metal frame to an external wall.

​Then, fill the hanging containers with your favourite flowers. It’s an easy way to spruce up a bare or shabby looking area of the garden or just find extra room for your blooms. The best vertical wall planters come with detachable containers. They make it easy to remove individual plants for feeding, watering and general monitoring.
Vertical wall planter garden gift

vertical GARDEN WALL PLANTER

18. Buddha Garden Statue

Buddha sculptures make interesting garden gifts for loved ones, particularly if they have a peaceful outdoor space that fosters calm and quiet. These pot bellied guys are meant to bestow good luck on their owners – show you care by finding the perfect spot for one in a friend or relative’s garden.

They come in a variety of shapes and sizes. You can even buy life size buddha garden statues. Some feature holders for tealights and it’s best to set these sculptures safely on a deck or patio where you can see them glow after dark.

​If the buddha statue you want is large but lightweight, considering resting it against a backdrop or using screws to affix it to a surface.
Buddah garden statue gift

BUDDHA GARDEN STATUE

19. Giant Dominoes

Now for a light hearted gift that’s ideal for gardens in the summertime. Giant dominoes are everything you’d expect. It’s the game you know and love but as a supersized version so it can be enjoyed as an outdoor activity. Each domino measures around 18cm x 10cm x 2cm.

Yet, they’re made of soft foam which makes them really lightweight. Not only will you never lose these dominoes, you can set up a new game in seconds. The EVA foam also makes them easy to clean. You can slide them around in the grass, spill your lemonade on them or drench them with the garden hose; they clean up and dry out very quickly.
Giant Dominoes garden gift set

giant DOMINOES

20. Patio Chimenea Heater

Patio chimenea heaters are wonderful gadgets because they provide all the warmth of an electric heater and the rustic, crackling charm of a fire pit in a self-contained, freestanding burner. With a chimenea, you don’t have to build or construct anything.

​It’s like having an outdoor fireplace which you fill and top up with charcoal, wood or coal. They lend a gorgeous ambience to backyard gatherings once the sun has gone down and temperatures have dropped. If you’ve got young children, we strongly recommend you look for a patio chimenea heater with a locking mechanism on the front.
Patio garden chimenea gift

patio CHIMENEA HEATER

​There you have it; our pick of the coolest, cleverest garden gadgets on the market. Whether you’re treating a loved one or yourself to something special, consider livening up your backyard with one of these innovative products. 

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4/13/2022 11:29:45 pm

Awesome content. Quite interesting and very useful. Thank you for sharing this wealth of information. Thanks for the great read. Kudos!

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    Paul Nicolaides is a Landscape architect and garden builder with over 30 years experience in designing, building and maintaining gardens. Contemplating just how important garden space is for nature and recreation he created 'Cool Garden Gadgets' to explore the best gadgets for enhancing outside spaces. From outdoor dining ideas to the latest garden technology we break it down for you here.  

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