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What are Propagators?
Propagators are compact incubators for raising seedlings in an optimum environment. They typically consist of an under tray filled with a growing medium and a transparent cover. In essence this creates a miniature greenhouse which lets light in but retains moisture and heat.
Propagators consequently provide a perfect, sheltered germination and growing environment for young seedlings. Typically propagators are about a square foot in size and made of plastic. They will often have ventilation slots to allow fresh air in and condensation out on hot days. Propagators are particularly in need when it is early spring and night time temperatures are too low for germination. This allows the gardener to raise strong young plants ready to plant for when the weather warms up. They also protect young plants at their earliest and most vulnerable stage of development from pests. Propagators come in a wide variety of shapes and styles with some having inbuilt thermostats and heating. 
Germinating seeds
Germination is the natural process whereby seeds begin to sprout into new young plants. If a seed is given the correct amount of moisture, oxygen, darkness and temperature enzymes within the seed start to activate. This unleashes stored energy inside the seed causing it to sprout.
One of the obstacles when germinating seeds is keeping the environment stable. At any point during this vital transition a seed can die if it loses any of the vital environmental factors. Things such as sudden frosts, dry spells or pests can stop a seed from completing germination. Hence there are great advantages to germinating plants in a propagator. The combination of stable growing environment and shelter from outside threats make them perfect for the job. The purpose of a propagator is to germinate and then grow plants on until they are large enough to handle. Young plants can then be potted up until so they can grow on to reach their desired size. 
Best soil for propagation
The best soil for propagators is one that is light and fluffy buy will firm down without compacting. You want your propagators soil to retain moisture but not be sodden. You don’t want the soil to be to nutrient rich and you want enough air spaces so roots can easily develop.
The best soil for this can be found by searching for a seed sowing or potting mix. You can buy these readymade or make your own. To make your own mix two parts sieved compost with one part topsoil loam. You can use fine compost if you wish the bottom line here is the structure should be fine but not heavy. If you do use your own soil mix it may be a good idea to sterilise it first. This will get rid of any fungal spores or bad bacteria. This can be done by placing it in a bucket and pouring kettles of boiling water over it. Then it must be cooled and drained. 
Species selection
When sowing inside a propagator it’s important to consider what species you’re growing and if it’s suitable. Many propagators have quite shallow pot systems which are not suitable for every seedling.
Seedlings of larger plants such as beans and shrubs may find propagators too shallow and end up stunting the young plants. It is recommended that if a seed is much wider than 2 millimetres it may be too large for a small propagator. Furthermore if you sow any seed too densely within a propagator this can stunt a young plants growth early on. However for most annuals, perennials and herbs propagators are perfect for germinating at most times of the year. 
Seasonal timings
One thing that has to be perfected when growing in propagators is the correct timings of sowings. It is very typical to sow some warm loving plants too early.
This can mean potting on and then having a long wait until they can be planted outside. This is especially true of things like chillies and tomatoes. This is less of a problem if you have limitless space inside your home or greenhouse. The latter however is rarely true so having a good knowledge of the likely last frosts in your area is beneficial. If you have a greenhouse try to have an idea of what time the night time lows are inside. This will enable you to sow in your propagator at the right time for the correct species. 
Moisture
The main aim of the propagator is to keep young seedlings moist. Too much moisture however can be catastrophic to the cause. Seeds can soon succumb to fungal infections or simply rot in the ground with too much water.
Some propagators come with drainage holes and a water tray underneath. This is the best scenario as it makes watering easy to manage. Some basic propagators do not have drainage holes. In this case you want to water very lightly to ensure no water logging. In both scenarios you should fill the tray with compost and firm it slightly. Now sow seeds then flutter just enough potting mix over to cover the seeds. With a watering can nozzle water the tray for a second and let the soil settle. This should be moist enough to get the seeds started. The soil should be just damp to the touch but not wet. After a few days check the soil, if you need to add more moisture mist with a spray bottle. 
Temperature
The perfect temperature for seeds to grow in a propagator is between 15 -22 Celsius. However it is important to realise that in nature day time temperatures fluctuate quite a bit.
The temperature can be wildly different at 3am as in the same location at 3pm. I would not obsess about the exact temperature as long as it doesn’t go below 8 Celsius at night and gets at least early spring light for as much of the day. Try to make sure the propagator is not in a location that is susceptible from extreme draughts. If growing very early in the season your seedlings may not get enough natural light. This is particularly true the further from the equator you are. If you live in the extreme north and south you may find your seedling growing leggy and bending towards the light. In such cases you may want to consider a propagator with the addition of UV grow lights. 
When to open the vents on a propagator?
All propagators have small open-able vents at the top or sides for ventilation. There are three general positions for the vents to be in; closed, half open and fully open.
The general rule of thumb here is when the seedlings have been sowed close the vents. This is to keep a moist and humid environment inside the propagator. This is important as some seeds simply need a day or two just to absorb water before sprouting. When the seedlings start to emerge from the compost it is good to at least open the vents halfway. This increases ventilation and reduces the risk of seedlings rotting. When most of the plants start producing leaves it is best to open the vents completely. If you start to have warm days with warm sunshine the entire top can come off to allow in air flow. 
When to remove a seeding from a propagator
The whole idea of growing in a propagator is to get germination complete quickly and efficiently. Due to a relatively limited amount of soil medium it is best to get seedlings potted on as soon as possible. If not you can find yourself with pot bound and stunted young plants.
This is however a complete balancing act plant on too early and you risk breaking the seedlings. We usually find if a seedling has a full second set of leaves and is easy enough to handle it is ready. It is worth noting here that seeds sowed very close together can result in weaker plants. If you try to sow as thinly as possible each plant should become robust faster. There is an element of experience and intuition when knowing when to remove a seedling from a propagator. Sterilising a propagator
It is a good idea to sterilise your propagator after every time you use it. This can be done by washing thoroughly with hot soapy water and a scrubbing brush. When you have finished rinse with clean, cold water.
Standard propagators
Commonly you will be using a standard propagator with no heating of any sort. The warmth produced by the sun’s rays is usually more than enough for successful germination. We have listed some standard propagators available on Amazon below.
Heat mats
Heat mats also known as propagation mats are designed to sit underneath propagators and pots. As the temperature of the air is generally warmer than the soil a method to heat it is beneficial. Heat mats are the perfect way to get your seedlings to sprout with ease. Even in the winter months if necessary.
Heated propagators
A heated propagator is fundamentally a propagator with a built in heat mat at the base. This when plugged into an electrical source will gently warm the soil to an optimum germination temperature.
A good electric propagator will come with a sensor system to monitor soil temperature. Acting as a thermostat this will automatically turn the propagator on and off to maintain a constant temperature of around 15 Celsius. We have put together a selection of these for you below. 
Propagators with lights
Propagators with lights come in two separate categories; Ones with built in lights or buying separate UV grow lights and creating your own system. The ones with lights already build in are extremely usefully especially in colder climates. Here you can provide your seedling with that extra boost earlier on in the season.
You may wish to create your own propagator with lights system by buying both separately. The benefit with this method is potentially creating an extensive germination area. This could be far more industrious than a typical window ledge set up. These large set ups can also benefit from reflected screens built from timber and metal foil. 
Propagator sets
One of the best ways to get started with propagators is by purchasing a complete propagator set. These usually come with a full step by step guide to set up and growing. They also can contain heating and thermostat systems as well as the propagator itself. We have put an example of some of these below.
Propagator tents
Propagator tents are exactly what their name suggests and consist of a tent with a foil inside for reflecting light. Some come with inner frames to stack seed trays and ventilation outlets. Some come as a readymade set up with lights and some are sold singly. We have linked to some here if you wish to extend your propagation areas.
Misters
Misters and spray bottles can be very handy accessories for propagators, we have listed some here.
How to make your own DIY propagator
For those of you on a budget there are a few different ways of making your own propagators. These can be small like typical propagators or eve up to cold frame size. You also have the option to create reflective sides to boost the levels of light and heat. We have embedded an informative video on how to do just that below.
Happy propagating
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Garden scissors are extremely usefully around the garden. Their primary functions are for cutting, clipping shearing and pruning green material. Garden scissors can also be used in the garden for more practical operations such as cutting twine and netting. The reality is the term ‘garden scissors’ means different things to different people.
Some simply believe garden scissors are just heavy duty kitchen scissors suitable for garden work. Many who are new to gardening simply look at one of five tools and ‘garden scissors’ is the only way to describe them. The five tools are Sentei scissors, Garden snips, Garden shears, Loppers and lawn edging shears. I regularly see this confusion so have listed all the tools people have described as garden scissors in the past. Heavy duty kitchen shears for gardening
Most of the time when people are searching for gardening scissors they really desire a strong pair of kitchen scissors. Just like most of the time a home gadget ends up being perfect for gardening duties.
Furthermore I have found heavy duty kitchen scissors very useful for gardening throughout the years. They are very good for cutting soft vegetation and cutting cloth and netting for the vegetable patch. I have left some examples of heavy duty scissors suitable for the garden here. 
Sentei garden scissors
These Japanese style scissors have been used for centuries in oriental gardens in the east. One of their famous uses was to trim and clip bonsai trees. The unique feature with these scissors is they allow you to insert more fingers into the grips.
This allows you to focus much more power onto a smaller cutting area. This also gives the operator more control over the cutting. Hence Sentei garden scissors are perfect for delicate and intricate trimming. 
Garden snips
Garden snips are more like a miniature version of secateurs than scissors. However these snips are capable of doing the jobs both of the latter do. The robust handles and spring mechanisms ensure durability and power.
Furthermore the thin and narrow blades allow the gardener to engage in more precise cutting. Garden snips are perfect for dead heading and intricate activities such as pruning climbers and topiary. We have left some links to varying types on Amazon below. 
Garden shears
It may be surprising to some that garden shears can be thought of as garden scissors. But to the untrained eye or people that know little about gardening I can see why they think scissors. Garden shears with their blades, handles and overall look looking similar to scissors do completely different tasks.
Garden shears are generally for trimming hedges and shrubs. These are much larger and robust tackling a greater thickness of green material. Check out some of the examples of these below. 
Garden pruning Loppers
Loppers are large pruning devices suitable for larger branches on shrubs or even small trees. They have the form of scissors but much larger with long cylindrical poles for extra leverage.
Loppers are perfect for trimming fruit trees and large soft wood. It is often quite surprising how much power they can generate and what thickness of wood they can cut through. Below are some good examples of loppers. 
Garden edging shears
Another gardening tool that can be thought to look like scissors is edging shears. With a scissor like motion these are perfect for cutting grass blades which stick out from the lawn.
These very distinct garden gadgets are also perfect for trimming around awkward obstacles and garden features. In recent times many have stated that garden strimmers can be used to edge lawns instead. However from personal experience these do not give as a refined edge as edging shears. Ironically scissors can also do the same job well but a little hard on the knees. We have included some edging shears available on Amazon below. 
Animal garden ornaments
As people have generally separated themselves from wild places we have grown a love for animals and nature. This can be seen in our love of gardening, wildlife documentaries and keeping animals as pets.
Sadly we most love some of the animals we as a species are directly threatening with extinction. Humans have always loved statues and sculptures of wild beasts since the beginning of time. The truth is we love the visual presence of these creatures close to us. Some of our most loved animal species make great ornaments and these can be amazing garden decor ideas. From traditional stone like statues to new more lifelike resin based examples. Animal garden ornaments are very effective garden decor. Orangutans
Unfortunately today Orangutans are increasingly rare. This impressive ape is native to South East Asia and recognisable by its reddish brown fur. People easily relate to apes as they are a familiar and similar species to our own.
This resin garden orangutan ornament is a very striking piece of garden decor that will provide a talking point for your family and friends every time. 
Gorillas
Gorillas, another great ape from Africa is just as impressive in statue and form. This species is recognisable by its displays of chest beating and mock charges.
From the central tropical rainforests of Africa gorillas are the ultimate example of raw power in nature. Also a close relative of humans and absolutely beautiful to look at this resin garden ornament will be the focal point for many years to come. 
Peacocks
When admiring the sheer beauty of the natural world few species come as close to the Peacock for supremacy. The males of these amazing birds from Asia have the most elaborate and dazzling mating display.
The huge fan like tail opens up to create a huge fan of colour with rather disturbing amounts of eye like markings. Many admire the beauty of this iconic bird which can make a truly beautiful garden ornament. 
Storks
Like Peacocks, Stalks are very handsome birds with long legs and snake like necks. Due to their tall and needle like stature they have a natural elegance which is hard to replicate.
These beautiful birds look amazing reflecting in a garden pond as they do in nature. Stork statues are amazing garden decor ideas with ornaments made out of metal being the most popular of all. 
Cats
Not everybody welcomes cats into their garden but no one can deny their sheer majestic excellence as a hunter. Cats are one of our favourite pets and for good reason!
These handsome little beasts have historically kept vermin species at bay and fun to watch. Cats have an air of grace about them and their general audacity and laziness is really quite comical. It is no wonder cat ornaments are very popular in numerous garden decor examples. 
Rabbits
Rabbits are less of a popular pet than cats but are still extremely loved by people of all ages. These lovely herbivorous creatures typically have large bodies with long ears.
They are naturally skittish and universally thought of as cute. Some of the large pet breeds are incredibly docile, fluffy, cute and lovable. It is no surprise rabbits are also very popular garden ornaments. 
Frogs
Often immortalised in Disney movies a children’s cartoons the frog has almost a cartoon like presence to it. Being an amphibian it is highly specialised but an extremely successful species.
Frog species stretch right across the globe and have done for millions of years with barely any change to their design. They are quite simply one of nature’s masterpieces. It is no wonder why we crave its aesthetics as an effective garden decor idea. 
Owls
Also an animal common in novels and popular culture the owl is a beautiful bird of prey almost ghost like in flight. Owls are thought of as extremely wise because of their sophisticated method of hunting.
These wonders of nature are another successful species across the planet and with good looks to match. Owls can also be a deterrent to pest species of birds such as pigeons which peck at crops and a general pest. Owls can make great garden ornaments whether life like replicas or metal sculptures. 
Lions
Lions are well known as the king of the beasts and for good reason. Their god like stare and awesome stature make them one of nature’s most feared predators.
Today confined to Africa and one small part of India this species used to inhabit most of the ancient world. Today due to habitat loss and hunting lions are critically endangered. Lions have been immortalised in human paintings and sculpture since the dawn of civilisation. It is no surprise that there are plenty of garden decor ideas which reference this iconic big cat. 
Deer
Deer are found all over the world and one of the most successful herbivorous mammals on the planet. They come in all shapes and sizes from knee height to taller than a man.
These graceful creatures are well known for their elegance and beauty commonly depicted many art works. Deer have also been popular in social culture such as Walt Disney’s Bambi. Deer can make the perfect garden sculpture or ornaments which are especially effective amongst garden foliage. 
Tortoise
Tortoises are universally recognised for their long history on the planet without change for millions of years. This rather remarkable looking creature which carries a protective casing around with it is an extremely popular with people.
For this reason in the early 1900’s tens of thousands were captured for the pet trade. This led to a huge drop in their numbers in the wild. As a result Tortoises were once commonly seen walking around peoples gardens during the summer months. Tortoise replica statues make beautiful garden decorations and will be appreciated all year round. 
Wind spinners
Wind spinners come in all shapes and sizes and are a fully mobile and exciting garden decor idea. Historically these spinners have been used to scare away pests from crops in the garden.
Most of the time however it is the alluring, circular and spinning motion which is attractive to the eye. Today there are many types of wind spinners which can make great garden decorations. Popular spinners include solar lights reflected through varying colour shades to spread a mobile display of colours at night. We have put together some of our favourite on Amazon here. 
Japanese garden décor
Japanese garden design is world renowned for its majestic beauty and effective use of natural elements. Japanese gardens are commonly planned within the energy guided principles of Feng Shui.
Japanese garden elements usually work on the idea of representing the natural world as a microcosm. For example upturned stones are portrayed as mountains and ponds as trees. This is really not surprising as Japan itself has such a strikingly beautiful landscape. Many western garden enthusiasts love Japanese garden decor ideas for the capture the rugged beauty of nature. Stone lanterns, garden bells, bridges and fountains are all decor elements in Japanese themed gardens. We have put some typical examples of these below. 
Religious garden décor
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Zombie garden décor
Zombies are a fictional form of dead being which have come back to life. Zombies have been extremely popular in many movies and haunted themed performances.
They have become very popular in the modern day imaginations of everyone who like horror movies and such like. Zombies have found their way into popular video games and now every corner of our lives including the garden.
Garden decor ideas involving zombies range from garden gnomes to scary ornamental figurines. We have put some common examples of these here.
They have become very popular in the modern day imaginations of everyone who like horror movies and such like. Zombies have found their way into popular video games and now every corner of our lives including the garden.
Garden decor ideas involving zombies range from garden gnomes to scary ornamental figurines. We have put some common examples of these here.
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Gardens allow us to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life. Our gardens can become small sanctuaries that enable us to emerge ourselves in nature and tranquillity. Hence it is no surprise that we are ever looking for ways to personalise our external spaces.
Garden decor ideas allow us to enjoy the garden by filling it with the quirky things that we love. You can express your love for animals by celebrating your favourites with life like resin ornaments or classical garden statues.
Most of the time garden decoration ideas are a way of filling the focal points of the garden. These are commonly places we spend the most of our time. The patio or deck is always the perfect location for a little bit of extra excitement.
If you are having a large party or just some family over for an evening meal the patio is a great place for extra garden decoration. With a few ideas and inspirations your patio can be filled with cool and functional decorations such as Moroccan lights, Garden Bean bags and fire pits. All of these will not just look great but make your garden a cool place to be!
Garden decor ideas allow us to enjoy the garden by filling it with the quirky things that we love. You can express your love for animals by celebrating your favourites with life like resin ornaments or classical garden statues.
Most of the time garden decoration ideas are a way of filling the focal points of the garden. These are commonly places we spend the most of our time. The patio or deck is always the perfect location for a little bit of extra excitement.
If you are having a large party or just some family over for an evening meal the patio is a great place for extra garden decoration. With a few ideas and inspirations your patio can be filled with cool and functional decorations such as Moroccan lights, Garden Bean bags and fire pits. All of these will not just look great but make your garden a cool place to be!
The great thing about gardens is they regularly do not need to conform to such strict rules and regulations. This allows your creative juices to literally go wild enabling garden decor to actually impact the design and feel of an outside space.
If you love wildlife some of our wildlife decor suggestions will not just look great but provide perfect habitat. Bird feeders, bird boxes and insect hotels as an example can look amazing but also bring so much life to an outside space.
The dramatic potential of garden decoration to transform and enhance an outside space is immense! This is why we have broken down some of the best garden decor ideas and accessories here.
From decor to screen and hide bad views to religious and even zombie statues! We have put together the best garden decor ideas for you below. Enjoy!
If you love wildlife some of our wildlife decor suggestions will not just look great but provide perfect habitat. Bird feeders, bird boxes and insect hotels as an example can look amazing but also bring so much life to an outside space.
The dramatic potential of garden decoration to transform and enhance an outside space is immense! This is why we have broken down some of the best garden decor ideas and accessories here.
From decor to screen and hide bad views to religious and even zombie statues! We have put together the best garden decor ideas for you below. Enjoy!
Garden decor ideas for the Patio
Patios and courtyards don’t just provide us with cool places to sit they give us a focal point in the garden. Patios and decks just like any room of the home provide the opportunity for decorations and fun. During the summer months these garden spaces come alive with crazy family parties and lazy summer afternoons.
This means there are plenty of garden decorations which can make these places just that little bit more special. For parties there is the chance to add heating and cooking facilities as well as extra shelter and lights.
You may want to add speakers to make the space more musical or water features to add the relaxing sound of running water. Not only can these cool garden gadgets transform a space garden decorations can change a normal space into a well designed show garden.
Thant is why we have put together some amazing garden decor ideas together for your patio, deck or courtyard.
This means there are plenty of garden decorations which can make these places just that little bit more special. For parties there is the chance to add heating and cooking facilities as well as extra shelter and lights.
You may want to add speakers to make the space more musical or water features to add the relaxing sound of running water. Not only can these cool garden gadgets transform a space garden decorations can change a normal space into a well designed show garden.
Thant is why we have put together some amazing garden decor ideas together for your patio, deck or courtyard.
Traditional ovens
Traditional or earth ovens have been used by human kind for centuries. These wood fired ovens heated slowly over time can retain an amazing amount of heat and for long periods of time.
Very traditional or Southern Europe and Asia these domed ovens are perfect for cooking bread, stews and yes you may have guessed it pizza! Today there are many variants of these sorts of ovens on the market. Some are more permanent and some are more mobile and compact cooking units.
These wood fired ovens make very functional garden decor both looking great and cooking tasty meals. These ovens can also effectively heat an outside space especially if your patio is in a corner.
Very traditional or Southern Europe and Asia these domed ovens are perfect for cooking bread, stews and yes you may have guessed it pizza! Today there are many variants of these sorts of ovens on the market. Some are more permanent and some are more mobile and compact cooking units.
These wood fired ovens make very functional garden decor both looking great and cooking tasty meals. These ovens can also effectively heat an outside space especially if your patio is in a corner.
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Moroccan lights
Morocco has always been a hub for interesting design and the magical use of colour. This can always be admired in the beauty of traditional Moroccan lanterns.
These amazing hanging lights can work well in an Arabic themed garden or just a normal outside space. Their array of deep vibrant colours means they have the potential to become a focal point themselves.
Either used singly or hung up in succession these extremely cool hanging lights make a fantastic addition to any patio.
These amazing hanging lights can work well in an Arabic themed garden or just a normal outside space. Their array of deep vibrant colours means they have the potential to become a focal point themselves.
Either used singly or hung up in succession these extremely cool hanging lights make a fantastic addition to any patio.
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Garden bean bags
Garden seating can come at a premium especially if you find yourself with excessive amounts of guests at short notice. Typically garden seating comes as a part of a table set.
This can lead to tired legs at outside gatherings and uncomfortable guests. Most of the time party guests want to lose all formalities and just sprawl about while sipping a tasty cocktail. For this reason it is great to have some comfortable, well cushioned seating to hand at all times.
These outdoor garden bean bags are fully water proof and provide perfectly comfortable seating at a moment’s notice. They also are very cool to look at! Great for the party season!
This can lead to tired legs at outside gatherings and uncomfortable guests. Most of the time party guests want to lose all formalities and just sprawl about while sipping a tasty cocktail. For this reason it is great to have some comfortable, well cushioned seating to hand at all times.
These outdoor garden bean bags are fully water proof and provide perfectly comfortable seating at a moment’s notice. They also are very cool to look at! Great for the party season!
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Patio heaters
As outside parties draw into the evening even in the middle summer there can be a chill in the air. There is always the option to go inside of course but why do that when you have waited all year to get out.
A garden especially with great lighting decor can be a really cool place at night so why not ad some heating? This patio heater is perfect for making a cool patio at night warm and snug.
If used intelligently using walls and for microclimates or even gazebos the garden can just be as warm as indoors. This makes these heaters the perfect idea for a party or extra patio decor.
A garden especially with great lighting decor can be a really cool place at night so why not ad some heating? This patio heater is perfect for making a cool patio at night warm and snug.
If used intelligently using walls and for microclimates or even gazebos the garden can just be as warm as indoors. This makes these heaters the perfect idea for a party or extra patio decor.
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Asian gong
Commonly recognised in Hollywood movies and old Asian stereotypes these Asian gongs not only create an amazing sound they also look extremely impressive.
These ancient gongs are internationally recognisable and perfect for use in Asian style gardens or even just normal patios. Originating in China these percussion instruments traditionally would be sounded during special events or to mark a specific moment in time. They can also make great garden decor for your garden.
These ancient gongs are internationally recognisable and perfect for use in Asian style gardens or even just normal patios. Originating in China these percussion instruments traditionally would be sounded during special events or to mark a specific moment in time. They can also make great garden decor for your garden.
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Rock speakers
One of the things people love most about the garden is there is rarely straight lines and neat edges in nature. Even in the most formal of garden spaces the general wildness of outside spaces has a calming effect on the soul.
Many people have said that spending time in the garden is like a form of meditation. For many the tranquil atmosphere of the garden is bliss but during more social times music can be a fantastic backdrop to a summer’s day.
These Rock speakers will brilliantly disguise themselves amongst your plants and flowerbeds leaving your guests wondering where the music is coming from every time.
Many people have said that spending time in the garden is like a form of meditation. For many the tranquil atmosphere of the garden is bliss but during more social times music can be a fantastic backdrop to a summer’s day.
These Rock speakers will brilliantly disguise themselves amongst your plants and flowerbeds leaving your guests wondering where the music is coming from every time.
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Water features
Patios provide the perfect defined area and hard wearing surface for fun and get togethers. They are also perfect places to taking time to enhance your mood and calm your nerves.
There is always one corner of the patio that is just calling out for something exciting and different. This free standing water feature will allow you to enjoy lazy afternoons being soothed by the trickling sound of water. Water features can wire into the mains power supply or rely on solar lighting.
There is always one corner of the patio that is just calling out for something exciting and different. This free standing water feature will allow you to enjoy lazy afternoons being soothed by the trickling sound of water. Water features can wire into the mains power supply or rely on solar lighting.
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Fire pits
Some of the best garden decor ideas add excitement and aesthetics to the garden but also have a function. Sometimes a single function is enough but a multiple functioning garden accessory is always a hit.
This fire pit is the perfect place to sit around with friends to enjoy drinks and giggles. What makes this fire pit so special is it also has a grill which fits over the top so as the fire dims down you can grill kebabs or even burgers!
What makes this cool gadget even more amazing is it can also be covered over to create a table. The multi function nature of this decor idea means it will always be at the very heart of the patio!
This fire pit is the perfect place to sit around with friends to enjoy drinks and giggles. What makes this fire pit so special is it also has a grill which fits over the top so as the fire dims down you can grill kebabs or even burgers!
What makes this cool gadget even more amazing is it can also be covered over to create a table. The multi function nature of this decor idea means it will always be at the very heart of the patio!
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Hammocks
Too many times in life we forget to take time out to simply daze into the stars and do absolutely nothing! When the great weather does come along in summer time we sometimes forget it’s not here to stay!
It’s crucial that after a long cold winter we squeeze every last drop of sunshine out of the season. What better way to do just that than lazing around in one of the most comfortable ways known to mankind!
This garden hammock will allow you to gently swing in the breeze while enjoying a good book. Who knows you may even be able to enjoy a few cocktails too!
It’s crucial that after a long cold winter we squeeze every last drop of sunshine out of the season. What better way to do just that than lazing around in one of the most comfortable ways known to mankind!
This garden hammock will allow you to gently swing in the breeze while enjoying a good book. Who knows you may even be able to enjoy a few cocktails too!
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Pergolas
Most gardens do not have the exquisite design flair of an award winning architectural masterpiece. However some garden decor ideas can make a garden space so much more appealing.
A very common problem with gardens is they lack vertical features. Such features can allow the eye to be drawn higher helping to appreciate the surrounding environment.
One of the best ways to achieve this vertical line is to install a pergola! These are great for providing shade and hanging extra features from. Some like the one below can be bought on Amazon and erected on site.
A very common problem with gardens is they lack vertical features. Such features can allow the eye to be drawn higher helping to appreciate the surrounding environment.
One of the best ways to achieve this vertical line is to install a pergola! These are great for providing shade and hanging extra features from. Some like the one below can be bought on Amazon and erected on site.
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Solar flame wall lights
There is nothing that sets off a garden than well placed lighting. With strategic planning and a bit of design knowledge and foresight lighting can completely transform an outside space.
One of the previous drawbacks to lighting was it required extensive cables and professional installation. This was particularly problematic if you already had an established garden that could not be easily dug up to bury cables.
Today the emergence and advances in solar technology have been astounding! These solar flame wall lights are just some of the solar garden decor ideas you have at your disposal.
One of the previous drawbacks to lighting was it required extensive cables and professional installation. This was particularly problematic if you already had an established garden that could not be easily dug up to bury cables.
Today the emergence and advances in solar technology have been astounding! These solar flame wall lights are just some of the solar garden decor ideas you have at your disposal.
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Coffee table set
The great thing about patios is they give you the opportunity to bring the inside outside. Most decks and patios are planned directly outside the back doors leading to a seamless spatial transition.
The fact that most patios can be used as a room outside means it is only logical to adhere to such a space. Placing a large comfortable table and seating set is a great way to set the patios function as another room of the house.
This coffee table set is resilient to outdoor conditions and is a great piece of garden decoration at the same time.
The fact that most patios can be used as a room outside means it is only logical to adhere to such a space. Placing a large comfortable table and seating set is a great way to set the patios function as another room of the house.
This coffee table set is resilient to outdoor conditions and is a great piece of garden decoration at the same time.
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Garden decor ideas for walls & fences
Walls and fences are essential to reinforce boundary lines, create privacy and security to our gardens and property. Being such a necessary part of the garden means we usually make a great effort to install ones we find visually attractive.
This however is not always the case and even new and decorative garden boundaries in time can become weathered and unattractive. Even so the vertical nature of wall and fences do create some opportunities in the garden.
With some great garden decor ideas we can not only hide these essential garden structures but actually celebrate them.
This however is not always the case and even new and decorative garden boundaries in time can become weathered and unattractive. Even so the vertical nature of wall and fences do create some opportunities in the garden.
With some great garden decor ideas we can not only hide these essential garden structures but actually celebrate them.
Artificial green walls
It has been said the colour green provokes more feelings of calmness and tranquillity within the human being than any other colour. In many ways this is completely logical when considering up until 300 years ago many of us would have been farmers.
During millions of years of human evolution this colour would have taken up most of the daily colour we saw. It is true today that seeing this colour is becoming a rarer and rarer occurrence. Gardens generally being places of greenery and relaxation mean it makes sense to clad unsightly walls and fences with the colour green.
Not all gardens have the advantage of good soil, growing conditions or good gardeners. Hence one of the garden decor ideas to solve this problem can be these artificial green walls. No watering or pruning necessary but will make any boundary lush and green instantly!
During millions of years of human evolution this colour would have taken up most of the daily colour we saw. It is true today that seeing this colour is becoming a rarer and rarer occurrence. Gardens generally being places of greenery and relaxation mean it makes sense to clad unsightly walls and fences with the colour green.
Not all gardens have the advantage of good soil, growing conditions or good gardeners. Hence one of the garden decor ideas to solve this problem can be these artificial green walls. No watering or pruning necessary but will make any boundary lush and green instantly!
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Living green walls
If the idea of fake foliage in the garden seems a little, well, plastic then understandably you may choose another option. Interestingly it is not just the colour green that plants provide which is supposed to benefit us.
Plants produce the air we breathe, filter out air borne particles and act as climatic temperature regulators. This means there is a good case for covering walls and fences with living plants. Many are put off from this idea as large climbers can damage fences and masonry.
A great garden decor idea to resolve this is these modular green wall cells. These living green walls can be planter with smaller plants and even garden herbs! Combined with drip feed irrigation these can provide fantastic colour and foliage all year long.
Plants produce the air we breathe, filter out air borne particles and act as climatic temperature regulators. This means there is a good case for covering walls and fences with living plants. Many are put off from this idea as large climbers can damage fences and masonry.
A great garden decor idea to resolve this is these modular green wall cells. These living green walls can be planter with smaller plants and even garden herbs! Combined with drip feed irrigation these can provide fantastic colour and foliage all year long.
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Hanging garden décor
The great thing about walls and fences is they give you the ability to fix things on to them. This is particularly useful for screening and hanging things. Some of the best screening garden decor ideas are those which drape or hang.
These can come in many forms including hanging baskets or even hanging solar lighting. Hanging baskets by far are the most popular with some displays fit for a professional florist’s exhibition. Linear planters can be fixed to vertical walls or brackets which allow for suspending circular baskets.
These can come in many forms including hanging baskets or even hanging solar lighting. Hanging baskets by far are the most popular with some displays fit for a professional florist’s exhibition. Linear planters can be fixed to vertical walls or brackets which allow for suspending circular baskets.
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Outside mirrors
Typical of many famous garden designers’ projects mirrors and shiny metal sheeting can give the illusion of extra light and space within a given area.
This can be extremely effective in small urban gardens where there is a lot of shadow. Outside mirrors come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and make for impressive garden decor ideas. We have put some of our favourite found on Amazon below.
This can be extremely effective in small urban gardens where there is a lot of shadow. Outside mirrors come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and make for impressive garden decor ideas. We have put some of our favourite found on Amazon below.
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Garden decor for a party
When the weekend comes and it’s been a long cold winter a party is just the thing to raise the spirits! If the weather is fine gardens are the perfect venue to enjoy time with friends.
Perhaps the family has a special occasion or event coming up. What better way to spruce up your garden venue with some garden decor ideas that will make the garden magical. From garden gadgets to temporary structures we have listed some decor ideas below perfect for your party season. For images of garden décor ideas check out Pinterest here.
Perhaps the family has a special occasion or event coming up. What better way to spruce up your garden venue with some garden decor ideas that will make the garden magical. From garden gadgets to temporary structures we have listed some decor ideas below perfect for your party season. For images of garden décor ideas check out Pinterest here.
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Gazebos
Gazebos are a truly efficient way to make areas of the garden sheltered from the extremes of weather. They can also provide a location for an outside bar or chill out room.
These temporary structures can be heated to make outside rooms perfect for less predictable times of the year. Gazebos come in a wide variety of shapes, colours and sizes to suit your requirements and needs. We have put some of our favourites down below.
These temporary structures can be heated to make outside rooms perfect for less predictable times of the year. Gazebos come in a wide variety of shapes, colours and sizes to suit your requirements and needs. We have put some of our favourites down below.
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Curtin string lights
These curtain string lights make for a very vibrant and exciting lighting effect. These can be utilised inside as well as outside but are very effective in the garden.
These can be used to section areas of the garden off or surround a special social gathering space. The best thing about these curtain lights is they are solar power generated.
This means no underground cables or expensive installation. These impressive garden lights can make magical like spaces perfect for wedding receptions and christenings.
These can be used to section areas of the garden off or surround a special social gathering space. The best thing about these curtain lights is they are solar power generated.
This means no underground cables or expensive installation. These impressive garden lights can make magical like spaces perfect for wedding receptions and christenings.
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Log burners
When friends and family are together having a great time outside there is nothing like a fire to arouse the senses. This primitive form of light and warmth has had mankind gazing into its flicking flames for millennia.
There is an indescribable pull that people have towards it especially if it creates a cosy environment in the garden late at night. These log burners heat up quickly and have so much character in the garden space.
Log burning chiminea’s come in both modern and traditional themes and look great!
There is an indescribable pull that people have towards it especially if it creates a cosy environment in the garden late at night. These log burners heat up quickly and have so much character in the garden space.
Log burning chiminea’s come in both modern and traditional themes and look great!
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Garden planters
Garden planters give the gardener the chance grow plants in places they may not have been able to before. They allow you to add colour and foliage to patios and soften areas of concrete and masonry work.
Garden planters have a thematic variety on their own with some being modern, gothic, classical the styles are simply endless. These great garden decor ideas can allow you to grow plants in deep rich soil which you cannot always replicate in the ground.
With a careful watering regime you can grow almost anything in garden pots and planters. With these the variety, colours, materials, shapes and sizes are endless. We have put some of our favourite below.
Garden planters have a thematic variety on their own with some being modern, gothic, classical the styles are simply endless. These great garden decor ideas can allow you to grow plants in deep rich soil which you cannot always replicate in the ground.
With a careful watering regime you can grow almost anything in garden pots and planters. With these the variety, colours, materials, shapes and sizes are endless. We have put some of our favourite below.
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Garden decor ideas for wildlife
In recent years many people have noticed a steep decline in the amount of local wildlife species in our gardens.
With some truly shocking statistics on the decline of insects, birds, reptilians, amphibians and small mammals it is no wonder want to help garden wildlife. In a time of huge ecological global destruction we are all starting to realise that if smaller wildlife species completely disappear, we are also at risk.
There has now been an explosion in the interest of wildlife gardening across the world. Garden decor ideas for wildlife include fashionable nesting boxes, funky bird feeders and wildlife filming gadgets. Why not check out our garden decor ideas for wildlife below.
With some truly shocking statistics on the decline of insects, birds, reptilians, amphibians and small mammals it is no wonder want to help garden wildlife. In a time of huge ecological global destruction we are all starting to realise that if smaller wildlife species completely disappear, we are also at risk.
There has now been an explosion in the interest of wildlife gardening across the world. Garden decor ideas for wildlife include fashionable nesting boxes, funky bird feeders and wildlife filming gadgets. Why not check out our garden decor ideas for wildlife below.
Insect hotels
Many of the most endangered insect species in our gardens are the most beneficial to us. Solitary wasps, bees and spiders not only help pollinate plants but eat garden pests.
Unfortunately many insecticides on the market do more damage to beneficial insects allowing pests to increase. With a new emphasis on ecological balance in the garden we are now encouraging beneficial species by providing them with food and shelter.
One of the most effective ways to help solitary wasps, lady birds and predatory insects is to install an insect hotel. These provide dry nesting and hibernating opportunities for these species. Not only do they help boost wildlife but they also look amazing. A perfect garden décor idea which is good for the environment!
Unfortunately many insecticides on the market do more damage to beneficial insects allowing pests to increase. With a new emphasis on ecological balance in the garden we are now encouraging beneficial species by providing them with food and shelter.
One of the most effective ways to help solitary wasps, lady birds and predatory insects is to install an insect hotel. These provide dry nesting and hibernating opportunities for these species. Not only do they help boost wildlife but they also look amazing. A perfect garden décor idea which is good for the environment!
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Bird boxes
Most agree there have been dramatic reductions in numbers of garden birds within our lifetimes. The bird song of the dawn chorus is now a thing of the past for most urban gardens.
As modern developments spring up there are less untidy places for birds and their prey to find food and shelter. It has been recognised that gardens are now the last refuge for many of these iconic species.
Gardens with adequate cover and nesting opportunities can be very important for local birds. Most garden trees however are rarely old enough to create the best nesting opportunities.
By installing bird boxes in our gardens we can dramatically improve the chances of wild birds thriving once again. These inexpensive nesting opportunities are a must have garden decor Idea!
As modern developments spring up there are less untidy places for birds and their prey to find food and shelter. It has been recognised that gardens are now the last refuge for many of these iconic species.
Gardens with adequate cover and nesting opportunities can be very important for local birds. Most garden trees however are rarely old enough to create the best nesting opportunities.
By installing bird boxes in our gardens we can dramatically improve the chances of wild birds thriving once again. These inexpensive nesting opportunities are a must have garden decor Idea!
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Bird feeders
Bird boxes can prove vital for birds looking to nest, bird feeders also offer an important lifeline. With a huge reduction in insects and wild plants, birds can need extra food to get through the winter.
This is where bird feeders have become vital for our overwintering bird species. During the winter months birds need even more energy to get through cold weather. Bird feeders are not just great for birds they are also great for people too.
Feeders give us the opportunity to watch these delights of nature up close within view of our homes. Bird feeders can be a great addition to the garden for everyone involved! They come in a wide range of types and styles!
This is where bird feeders have become vital for our overwintering bird species. During the winter months birds need even more energy to get through cold weather. Bird feeders are not just great for birds they are also great for people too.
Feeders give us the opportunity to watch these delights of nature up close within view of our homes. Bird feeders can be a great addition to the garden for everyone involved! They come in a wide range of types and styles!
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Bird baths
Most people assume bird boxes and feeders are the only way to help garden birds. For all bird species water is also extremely important.
Birds require fresh water to both drink and bath in away from predators. This can be a challenge as most water sources are at ground level. The best way to ensure local garden birds are getting the water they need maybe consider a raised bird bath.
What is great about these is they can be extremely artistic and visually pleasing to the eye. Even better they are great for watching the birds come and splash water over themselves in an industrious fashion.
These bird baths can make great garden decor ideas especially the wall mounted ones. We have put some of our favourites here.
Birds require fresh water to both drink and bath in away from predators. This can be a challenge as most water sources are at ground level. The best way to ensure local garden birds are getting the water they need maybe consider a raised bird bath.
What is great about these is they can be extremely artistic and visually pleasing to the eye. Even better they are great for watching the birds come and splash water over themselves in an industrious fashion.
These bird baths can make great garden decor ideas especially the wall mounted ones. We have put some of our favourites here.
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Bat boxes
Bats are another example of a species in sharp decline due to loss of habitat and prey species. These amazing flying mammals typically would nest in dying trees, caves or holes inside buildings.
With modern buildings having less nooks and crannies with less mature trees bats have fewer places to nest. By installing bat boxes you could be giving them a chance to thrive in your area.
Bats are a beneficial species eating pests throughout the local area. There is nothing better than watching them fly around as the sun goes down. These displays add some real magic to the garden.
With modern buildings having less nooks and crannies with less mature trees bats have fewer places to nest. By installing bat boxes you could be giving them a chance to thrive in your area.
Bats are a beneficial species eating pests throughout the local area. There is nothing better than watching them fly around as the sun goes down. These displays add some real magic to the garden.
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Hedghog homes
One small mammal that sometimes gets overlooked when it comes to garden wildlife is hedgehogs. Hedgehogs are amazing small mammals which eat some of the gardener’s worst enemies.
These hungry fellows can gobble through an impressive amount of slugs, snails and beetles in a single night. In the UK alone there has been a dramatic 90% decline in the amount of hedgehogs within the last 30 years.
This has mainly been due to less wild places where they can find shelter. Hedgehogs need to roam reasonable areas to forage enough food. Garden fences can act as a considerable barrier to their movements.
Try to allow gaps in your fences for them to pass through effortlessly. The best thing you can do for hedgehogs however is to install a hedgehog box. There are some great examples of these below.
These hungry fellows can gobble through an impressive amount of slugs, snails and beetles in a single night. In the UK alone there has been a dramatic 90% decline in the amount of hedgehogs within the last 30 years.
This has mainly been due to less wild places where they can find shelter. Hedgehogs need to roam reasonable areas to forage enough food. Garden fences can act as a considerable barrier to their movements.
Try to allow gaps in your fences for them to pass through effortlessly. The best thing you can do for hedgehogs however is to install a hedgehog box. There are some great examples of these below.
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Garden Ponds
Garden ponds can not only make impressive garden decor they are also great for wildlife. All garden creatures including birds need water to both drink and bath.
Garden ponds can attract larger garden species which will naturally garden pests. Examples of these are frogs, newts and reptiles. Not only do the ponds themselves act as garden decoration but they provide opportunities for extra focal points.
Fountains, statues, and lighting are all great garden decor ideas to be investigated. If you do not have room for a large garden pond why not consider buying a raised one for the patio?
For more wildlife garden products check out our article on thesubject here.
Garden ponds can attract larger garden species which will naturally garden pests. Examples of these are frogs, newts and reptiles. Not only do the ponds themselves act as garden decoration but they provide opportunities for extra focal points.
Fountains, statues, and lighting are all great garden decor ideas to be investigated. If you do not have room for a large garden pond why not consider buying a raised one for the patio?
For more wildlife garden products check out our article on thesubject here.
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Gardening is a past time enjoyed by millions around the world. When striving to be an effective gardener it is important to possess the best gardening tools for each individual project. Having the correct tool for the right job can save you hours of challenging work making you operate more efficiently.
As gardening is a physically challenging past time tools that save you extra exertion, reduce strain on your joints and muscles are welcomed. The best gardening tools will not only be easy on you but also make gardening chores easier and quicker.
Some of the main functions of gardening tools are Weeding, sowing, propagating, clearing, mowing, pruning clipping, composting and digging. All these gardening jobs can actually require different tools depending on the weather conditions and soil type.
As gardening is a physically challenging past time tools that save you extra exertion, reduce strain on your joints and muscles are welcomed. The best gardening tools will not only be easy on you but also make gardening chores easier and quicker.
Some of the main functions of gardening tools are Weeding, sowing, propagating, clearing, mowing, pruning clipping, composting and digging. All these gardening jobs can actually require different tools depending on the weather conditions and soil type.
This variation in uses can make it a little challenging finding the best gardening tools suitable for you. Add into the mix the fact that some gardeners preferer to use some tools over others for exactly the same job just because of personal preference. Some gardeners even use tools designed for a specific use for something completely different.
For this reason searching for the best equipment can be a very general assumption. However by listing some of the most popular gardening tools with their uses you will have a broad base to work out what is best for you.
In this article we set out typical tools as most popularly used by gardeners. We also aim to describe some less well known ones which will make your gardening easier and more enjoyable.
For this reason searching for the best equipment can be a very general assumption. However by listing some of the most popular gardening tools with their uses you will have a broad base to work out what is best for you.
In this article we set out typical tools as most popularly used by gardeners. We also aim to describe some less well known ones which will make your gardening easier and more enjoyable.
Weeding brush
If there is one job every gardener hates it has to be weeding. Most of the time it is not that the weeding is so terrible its simply the fact that once the job is complete within a matter of weeks the weeds will be back.
Generally serious gardeners are not only used to this but have developed their own systems to make weeding as efficient as possible.
There is one type of weeding however that presents a real annoyance not just to gardeners but the general population.
Small weeds and mosses which take hold in small crevices such as patios, pathways and driveways are a garden nightmare. These persistent weeds can make an outside space look messy and unkept. One of the best gardening tools to actually combat this is a weeding brush. This consists of a long pole with a wire brush on the end. Simply brush at the weeds to tear them out by the root.
Generally serious gardeners are not only used to this but have developed their own systems to make weeding as efficient as possible.
There is one type of weeding however that presents a real annoyance not just to gardeners but the general population.
Small weeds and mosses which take hold in small crevices such as patios, pathways and driveways are a garden nightmare. These persistent weeds can make an outside space look messy and unkept. One of the best gardening tools to actually combat this is a weeding brush. This consists of a long pole with a wire brush on the end. Simply brush at the weeds to tear them out by the root.
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Edging spade
When gardening there is always a sense of pride and satisfaction from making every detail perfect. It is these small touches that brings the garden to the next level and making it stand out from the rest. Most people long for the perfect, consistent lawn but many gardeners neglect the necessary maintenance of the lawns edges.
This simple element when maintained property lifts the lawns aesthetics by creating a crisp edge! One of the best gardening tools for this is a half moon edging spade. This allows for careful turf cutting whether in a straight line or delicate curves. This tool is also effective at cutting turf into sections ready to be stripped of for larger landscaping projects.
This simple element when maintained property lifts the lawns aesthetics by creating a crisp edge! One of the best gardening tools for this is a half moon edging spade. This allows for careful turf cutting whether in a straight line or delicate curves. This tool is also effective at cutting turf into sections ready to be stripped of for larger landscaping projects.
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Push & pull hoe
Many people new to gardening look at garden hoes and wonder what this strange tool could ever be used for. For such a seemingly useless contraption consisting of a long pole and small blade it is amazing just how useful it is. Hoes are actually one of the best gardening tools for weeding and clearing flower beds during the growing season.
The long shaft allows the gardener to reach deep into borders in and around established plants with ease. The blade cuts of weeds an inch under the soil killing them quickly especially in warm dry weather. The best way to use a garden hoe is to cut off weeds when they are still small. doing this regularly will mean no weeds taking hold all season making the work light, quick and easy.
The long shaft allows the gardener to reach deep into borders in and around established plants with ease. The blade cuts of weeds an inch under the soil killing them quickly especially in warm dry weather. The best way to use a garden hoe is to cut off weeds when they are still small. doing this regularly will mean no weeds taking hold all season making the work light, quick and easy.
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Long handled shovel
It is very easy when gardening to get stuck in your ways using the same tools for the same projects. This can mean missing out on new easier ways of doing things.
This can not be more evident that with replacing short handled spades for long handled ones. One of the largest complaints gardeners have and occurring injuries is lower back pain. This is usually a result of bending and awkward lifting.
One of the best gardening tools to combat this is long handled tools especially spades and shovels. Instead of having to bend and lift loads at a short distance the long handle allows you to utilise the mechanical advantage of leverage. This means less fatigue getting more work done while saving the pain of a bad back in the process.
This can not be more evident that with replacing short handled spades for long handled ones. One of the largest complaints gardeners have and occurring injuries is lower back pain. This is usually a result of bending and awkward lifting.
One of the best gardening tools to combat this is long handled tools especially spades and shovels. Instead of having to bend and lift loads at a short distance the long handle allows you to utilise the mechanical advantage of leverage. This means less fatigue getting more work done while saving the pain of a bad back in the process.
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Azada digging tool
In the west gardeners have commonly used spade like tools for digging and pick axe tools which utilise a swinging action for loosening soil. In the east there is a tool that has been used for thousands of years for loosening ground and moving about soil. This ancient tool capitalises on the power of momentum to cut into soil from swinging opposed to brute force.
This allows for more energy efficiency when working over a long period of time achieving more work with less effort. It is the Azada tool which even to this day helps to shape and sculpture the famous paddy fields of Asia. This remarkable landscaping tool can be used for a multitude of garden projects including digging, weeding and lifting.
This allows for more energy efficiency when working over a long period of time achieving more work with less effort. It is the Azada tool which even to this day helps to shape and sculpture the famous paddy fields of Asia. This remarkable landscaping tool can be used for a multitude of garden projects including digging, weeding and lifting.
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Gardening knife
Some of the best gardening tools encourage a gardener to do more interesting and skilled projects. Most weekend gardeners are obsessed with making the garden neat, tidy and a great place to relax. However the deeper a person dives into this amazing hobby the more intricate and exciting the endeavours become.
On a horticultural level taking cuttings and grafting plants is one of the more advanced pursuits in gardening. However to become and expert in these activities a certain amount of trial and error is needed. A good horticultural knife will allow a gardener to start their journey into more advanced gardening. As well as other general objectives such as cutting twine.
On a horticultural level taking cuttings and grafting plants is one of the more advanced pursuits in gardening. However to become and expert in these activities a certain amount of trial and error is needed. A good horticultural knife will allow a gardener to start their journey into more advanced gardening. As well as other general objectives such as cutting twine.
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Professional secateurs
Not only is gardening about growing the things you love but is also about the after care of all living things on your plot. One of the more advanced disciplines in gardening is pruning successfully. This can be as simple as cutting back over grown vegetation or as advanced as pruning to encourage more fruits and flowers.
There are many tools out there for pruning such as loppers and hedge trimmers but one of the best gardening tools for detailed pruning are secateurs. These scissor like cutters enable a gardener to prune up close making delicate cuts perfect for pruning soft fruit and roses. These professional secateurs are sharp and come in there own case for easy transportation wherever the gardener ventures.
There are many tools out there for pruning such as loppers and hedge trimmers but one of the best gardening tools for detailed pruning are secateurs. These scissor like cutters enable a gardener to prune up close making delicate cuts perfect for pruning soft fruit and roses. These professional secateurs are sharp and come in there own case for easy transportation wherever the gardener ventures.
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Multitool sharpener
It can sometimes surprise people just how many tools keen gardeners need to carry out so many varying projects. It can be quite remarkable how quickly the working parts of tools wear down and become blunt after not much use. Today in this throw away society it is sad that many prefer to re-buy than take care of their tools.
Most rusty or overworked tools can be revitalised with just a little love and care. The best gardening tools are those which are built well enough to be re-conditioned and re-sharpened. This Multi tool sharpener is perfect for sharpening a whole range of tools keeping your tool cupboard at its best and ready for action.
Most rusty or overworked tools can be revitalised with just a little love and care. The best gardening tools are those which are built well enough to be re-conditioned and re-sharpened. This Multi tool sharpener is perfect for sharpening a whole range of tools keeping your tool cupboard at its best and ready for action.
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Prunning saw
Gardeners often comment on just how quickly trees and shrubs can grow out of control during a couple of seasons. As these things usually grow gradually it is easy to notice just how large they are becoming. It is often the case that small trees will develop branches too thick to be cut by loppers but do not warrant the need for chainsaw cutting.
In this scenario the best gardening tools are folding pruning saws like the one above. This saw will fold away neatly and easily power through surprisingly thick branches with ease. They leave a clean cut meaning less chance of trauma and disease entering the wood.
In this scenario the best gardening tools are folding pruning saws like the one above. This saw will fold away neatly and easily power through surprisingly thick branches with ease. They leave a clean cut meaning less chance of trauma and disease entering the wood.
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Lawn aeration spikes
If there is one thing most less involved gardeners would love it would be a perfect garden lawn free of weeds and a consistent texture throughout. The truth is very few people actually attempt the work to gain such an outcome. Many believe it takes expensive machinery or fancy lawn services to achieve this but the reality couldn't be further from the truth.
In fact the best thing you can do for your lawn to reach perfection is to aerate it. This adds oxygen but also allows you to spread sand and fertilizer over and into the surface making the roots grow strong and healthy. The sand adds drainage and organic matter like compost lead to the perfect conditions for optimum growth.
The best gardening tools to aerate the lawn isn't an expensive aerator machine but these simple aeration shoe spikes. Simply place them on your feet and stomp across the grass to your hearts content, it is also great exercise!
In fact the best thing you can do for your lawn to reach perfection is to aerate it. This adds oxygen but also allows you to spread sand and fertilizer over and into the surface making the roots grow strong and healthy. The sand adds drainage and organic matter like compost lead to the perfect conditions for optimum growth.
The best gardening tools to aerate the lawn isn't an expensive aerator machine but these simple aeration shoe spikes. Simply place them on your feet and stomp across the grass to your hearts content, it is also great exercise!
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Digging spade
Gardening requires much physical effort especially when working the soil. Getting the gardens soil to a suitable texture and consistency is an ongoing process which takes many years to perfect. One of the most fundamental actions in achieving the perfect soil is to dig. Quite a lot in fact. This has meant that over the years digging spades have become an essential part of the garden tool collection.
One of the best ways to reach the perfect soil conditions in the flower beds or allotment is to double dig. This requires digging down to two spades deep, applying organic matter and then back filling. This alleviates compaction and helps roots to reach down far for extra nutrients.
The digging spade is perfect for such projects cutting and slicing the ground into manageable portions to be lifted and turned over. This digging spade is also fantastic for digging up and planting new plants, shrubs and trees.
One of the best ways to reach the perfect soil conditions in the flower beds or allotment is to double dig. This requires digging down to two spades deep, applying organic matter and then back filling. This alleviates compaction and helps roots to reach down far for extra nutrients.
The digging spade is perfect for such projects cutting and slicing the ground into manageable portions to be lifted and turned over. This digging spade is also fantastic for digging up and planting new plants, shrubs and trees.
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Robot lawnmower
Every gardener knows that the annual lawn cutting regime can become some what of a chore. Even though mowing can become an annoyance to gardeners the results of a freshly cut lawn can be satisfying and rewarding. Everybody relates the smell of cut grass with excitement and the joy of spring and summer.
A well maintained lawn communicates to everyone this gardener is meticulous and organised. This is something gardeners especially want to show off to the neighbours!
The truth is intensive mowing comes at a time when there are so many other projects to carry out in the garden. This means any garden gadget that can carry this out for you is much appreciated! Robot lawn mowers can do just that!
Not only will they maintain the grass for you they will actually do it better and actually improve the quality of your lawn. These wonderful robots are some of the very best gardening tools cutting regularly. This regular cutting makes the grass grow to a tighter, denser texture reducing weeds and becoming visually superior.
A well maintained lawn communicates to everyone this gardener is meticulous and organised. This is something gardeners especially want to show off to the neighbours!
The truth is intensive mowing comes at a time when there are so many other projects to carry out in the garden. This means any garden gadget that can carry this out for you is much appreciated! Robot lawn mowers can do just that!
Not only will they maintain the grass for you they will actually do it better and actually improve the quality of your lawn. These wonderful robots are some of the very best gardening tools cutting regularly. This regular cutting makes the grass grow to a tighter, denser texture reducing weeds and becoming visually superior.
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Leaf grabber
The physical nature of gardening means it is very beneficial to our health. The continuous bending, squatting, pulling and lifting means gardeners have the edge when maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
There is one problem however many gardeners seem to suffer from every now and then. Lower back pain can be caused easily especially when working in cold conditions. A painful lower back can be the result of continuous bending, a common cause of picking things up from ground level.
Some of the best gardening tools are the ones that alleviate this gardening movement. These leaf grabbers are perfect for cleaning up mess without the need to bend over. This tool is typically used to clear up leaves, soil and debris but can also assist in picking up other light garden objects. Leaf grabbers once obtained are one of those gardening tools you wonder how you ever coped without.
There is one problem however many gardeners seem to suffer from every now and then. Lower back pain can be caused easily especially when working in cold conditions. A painful lower back can be the result of continuous bending, a common cause of picking things up from ground level.
Some of the best gardening tools are the ones that alleviate this gardening movement. These leaf grabbers are perfect for cleaning up mess without the need to bend over. This tool is typically used to clear up leaves, soil and debris but can also assist in picking up other light garden objects. Leaf grabbers once obtained are one of those gardening tools you wonder how you ever coped without.
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Garden vacumm blower
There is an old saying in gardening that 'a gardeners job is never done'. The four seasons means the garden is always changing leading to an endless cycle of growth and death. This means gardeners are always on their toes nurturing new growth, weeding and clearing the garden to keep it in tip top condition. One of the most challenging times for a gardener is autumn time.
As the seasons plants start to die down and the trees shed their leaves gardeners can be left with quite a large volume of mess to clear from their gardens. One of the best gardening tools to sort this problem out is this garden vac blower.
Not only will it help you clear large areas it will also collect debris inside its storage bag. The gathered material can then be either composted or disposed of. This garden gadget makes a perfect gift at any time of the year.
As the seasons plants start to die down and the trees shed their leaves gardeners can be left with quite a large volume of mess to clear from their gardens. One of the best gardening tools to sort this problem out is this garden vac blower.
Not only will it help you clear large areas it will also collect debris inside its storage bag. The gathered material can then be either composted or disposed of. This garden gadget makes a perfect gift at any time of the year.
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Petrol multi tool
Keeping a garden in perfect condition is both challenging and rewarding at the same time. The combination of maintaining trees, shrubs, planting and lawns means gardeners need a wide range of garden gadgets and tools. In fact gardening is one hobby which requires so many tools it could leave the beginner a little overwhelmed.
One of the issues with having so many gardening tools is trying to fit all the gadgets into available storage space. Sheds and Garages can soon become full with clutter making it impossible to navigate and find what you need. Hence any garden gadget that can carry out multiple functions in the garden is very welcome.
One of the issues with having so many gardening tools is trying to fit all the gadgets into available storage space. Sheds and Garages can soon become full with clutter making it impossible to navigate and find what you need. Hence any garden gadget that can carry out multiple functions in the garden is very welcome.
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Garden shredder
For many the seasonal variation of gardening is both thrilling and exciting. In spring the garden explodes into life with shrubs putting on new growth in a matter of weeks. During the summer there is a surprising amount of green material which requires constant pruning and clearing. Autumn brings a whole new load of organic material which must be cleared and disposed of before the garden goes dormant for winter.
The great thing about all this organic matter is its perfect for composting down into garden fertiliser. The problem is some larger garden waste such as hedge trimmings and woody material can take a long time to break down. This can make the compost heap difficult to turn.
This garden shredder will power through all organic waste blasting it into small chippings perfect for composting! The chippings can also make fantastic mulch for your flower borders.
The great thing about all this organic matter is its perfect for composting down into garden fertiliser. The problem is some larger garden waste such as hedge trimmings and woody material can take a long time to break down. This can make the compost heap difficult to turn.
This garden shredder will power through all organic waste blasting it into small chippings perfect for composting! The chippings can also make fantastic mulch for your flower borders.
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Telescopic pruners
Having larger trees and shrubs in the garden can be very effective at creating a green and naturalistic environment. Not only can larger planting types look great they can cool hot gardens in summer and provide shelter in winter.
Trees and shrubs also provide great food and shelter for wildlife boosting the biodiversity of the garden. One of the drawbacks however of this larger vegetation is it does need to be kept in check regularly.
It is surprising just how much growth trees and shrubs can put on in a season. New stems can turn to branches in a matter of months and these can be in hard to access areas.
One of the best gardening tools for these scenarios are telescopic pruners. These adjustable pruners allow you to cut larger branches and stems at a variety of distances making them extremely versatile throughout the gardening calendar.
Trees and shrubs also provide great food and shelter for wildlife boosting the biodiversity of the garden. One of the drawbacks however of this larger vegetation is it does need to be kept in check regularly.
It is surprising just how much growth trees and shrubs can put on in a season. New stems can turn to branches in a matter of months and these can be in hard to access areas.
One of the best gardening tools for these scenarios are telescopic pruners. These adjustable pruners allow you to cut larger branches and stems at a variety of distances making them extremely versatile throughout the gardening calendar.
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600mm trowel
With all the larger seasonal projects the garden brings it can be easy to forget about the smaller, more enjoyable jobs in the garden. As well as essential maintenance work there is also more enjoyable and creative jobs to be carried out.
For gardeners this usually means a personal connection with nature and witnessing the miracle of new life. Germinating seeds and planting out new plants is one of the greatest loves of gardeners.
Nurturing young plants and watching them grow is a very rewarding and even spiritual experience. One of the best gardening tools for this up close and personal relationship is a planting trowel.
This 60mm trowel is perfect for seed sowing, planting and even weeding. The known length of the handle also makes it easy to gauge fairly accurate spacing’s when planting new plants.
For gardeners this usually means a personal connection with nature and witnessing the miracle of new life. Germinating seeds and planting out new plants is one of the greatest loves of gardeners.
Nurturing young plants and watching them grow is a very rewarding and even spiritual experience. One of the best gardening tools for this up close and personal relationship is a planting trowel.
This 60mm trowel is perfect for seed sowing, planting and even weeding. The known length of the handle also makes it easy to gauge fairly accurate spacing’s when planting new plants.
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Strimmer brush cutter
Even though most gardening endeavours start out with the best of intentions sometimes the growing season can just get the better of some gardeners.
Most of us have busy lives and sometimes gardening has to take the back seat. It is surprising just how quickly a well maintained garden can turn into a wild jungle of tall grasses and perennial weeds. When this happens it can be difficult to regain control and a special gardening gadget is required to regain control.
One of the best gardening tools for long grass and tall woody weeds is this strimmer, brush cutter tool. With two attachments it can either strim or cut its way through anything the garden throws at you.
The brush cutter can power through brambles and even sapling trees while the strimmer can be used to tidy rough vegetation and even edge lawns.
Most of us have busy lives and sometimes gardening has to take the back seat. It is surprising just how quickly a well maintained garden can turn into a wild jungle of tall grasses and perennial weeds. When this happens it can be difficult to regain control and a special gardening gadget is required to regain control.
One of the best gardening tools for long grass and tall woody weeds is this strimmer, brush cutter tool. With two attachments it can either strim or cut its way through anything the garden throws at you.
The brush cutter can power through brambles and even sapling trees while the strimmer can be used to tidy rough vegetation and even edge lawns.
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Garden folk
The importance of soil can never be underestimated when it comes to successful gardening.
Many gardeners notice this when they attempt to grow things inside pots, plants simply do better in the ground even though you can be more selective with what soil you put inside pots. The ground naturally has a more extensive and stable environment for plants roots not to mention more microorganisms which directly help plants to flourish.
Developing and maintaining healthy soil however can be a long and arduous process. With years of compaction and lack of organic matter garden soils can easily become hard and devoid of nutrients. The only real way to deal with this is to do some heavy digging and turning to allow oxygen, moisture and organic matter to enter the ground.
Sometimes soil can be too hard for spades so the best gardening tools for this job is a garden folk. Its strong narrow prongs penetrate deep into the soil allowing you do easily lever over the clods of compacted earth.
Many gardeners notice this when they attempt to grow things inside pots, plants simply do better in the ground even though you can be more selective with what soil you put inside pots. The ground naturally has a more extensive and stable environment for plants roots not to mention more microorganisms which directly help plants to flourish.
Developing and maintaining healthy soil however can be a long and arduous process. With years of compaction and lack of organic matter garden soils can easily become hard and devoid of nutrients. The only real way to deal with this is to do some heavy digging and turning to allow oxygen, moisture and organic matter to enter the ground.
Sometimes soil can be too hard for spades so the best gardening tools for this job is a garden folk. Its strong narrow prongs penetrate deep into the soil allowing you do easily lever over the clods of compacted earth.
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Garden tiller
In order to reach the perfect soil it should be continuously worked until eventually it reaches a light, friable consistency.
Digging with folks and spades will only get the gardener so far with smashing up individual clods of soil consuming large amounts of time and energy. The best gardening tools for taking your soil to the next level are garden tillers.
These cool garden gadgets with their rotating blades can cut into soil smashing down clods and blending the dirt to a light fluffy texture, perfect for fussy plants.
Tillers give you the opportunity to ameliorate the soil with extra organic material and grit for extra drainage. If used regularly there will never be the need for heavy digging again! This consequently makes garden tillers perfect for vegetable growers!
Digging with folks and spades will only get the gardener so far with smashing up individual clods of soil consuming large amounts of time and energy. The best gardening tools for taking your soil to the next level are garden tillers.
These cool garden gadgets with their rotating blades can cut into soil smashing down clods and blending the dirt to a light fluffy texture, perfect for fussy plants.
Tillers give you the opportunity to ameliorate the soil with extra organic material and grit for extra drainage. If used regularly there will never be the need for heavy digging again! This consequently makes garden tillers perfect for vegetable growers!
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Garden wheel barrow
To some it is surprising just how much hard work gardening is but it is one of the most enjoyable ways to burn extra calories.
There are always projects to carry out which require fetching and carrying and this can take a toll on the lower back particularly. Whether it’s living green material or moving heavy amounts of soil from one location to another.
One of the best gardening tools to do this efficiently is with a garden wheel barrow. This allows you to move heavy loads around with a minimum of effort and its wide open top is perfect for large volumes.
Wheel barrows are especially effective for garden improvement and landscaping projects. This versatile gardening essential will help you maintain your garden year after year and I bet you will wonder how you ever survived without it.
There are always projects to carry out which require fetching and carrying and this can take a toll on the lower back particularly. Whether it’s living green material or moving heavy amounts of soil from one location to another.
One of the best gardening tools to do this efficiently is with a garden wheel barrow. This allows you to move heavy loads around with a minimum of effort and its wide open top is perfect for large volumes.
Wheel barrows are especially effective for garden improvement and landscaping projects. This versatile gardening essential will help you maintain your garden year after year and I bet you will wonder how you ever survived without it.
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Greenhouses are the ultimate growing environment for people who are dedicated to the hobby of gardening. As well as the structures themselves greenhouse accessories can come in a wide variety of shapes and forms with multiple uses and adaption’s.
Greenhouse accessories can further allow the gardener to extend their growing season allowing for more exotic plants in the summer and grow hardy vegetables in the winter. Electric fan heaters, digital thermometers, grow lights and greenhouse manuals all make for, exciting greenhouse accessories. These can make great gifts for birthdays or just a special occasion. Maybe you have just bought your first greenhouse and excited about the new possibilities for your up and coming growing season.
Greenhouse accessories can further allow the gardener to extend their growing season allowing for more exotic plants in the summer and grow hardy vegetables in the winter. Electric fan heaters, digital thermometers, grow lights and greenhouse manuals all make for, exciting greenhouse accessories. These can make great gifts for birthdays or just a special occasion. Maybe you have just bought your first greenhouse and excited about the new possibilities for your up and coming growing season.
The idea of greenhouses and growing under cover goes back a long way. By allowing UV light to pass through a glass house allows warm air to accumulate within the structure.
This provides the perfect sheltered growing environment for young plants or even more exotic varieties. Buying a greenhouse can accelerate a gardeners ability to grow earlier and later in the growing season. Greenhouses also give the ability to grow more resilient fruits and vegetables straight through the winter months. Some of these include spinach, cabbage and lettuce.
Greenhouse accessories can increase the productivity of your space even further. This can be achieved by providing deeper soil, pest control, heating and also even a little bit of humour. Greenhouse accessories allow for customisation and specific growing enhancements for specific planting types.
So why not check out our extensive list of cool greenhouse accessories below? You will not be disappointed with our comprehensive list.
This provides the perfect sheltered growing environment for young plants or even more exotic varieties. Buying a greenhouse can accelerate a gardeners ability to grow earlier and later in the growing season. Greenhouses also give the ability to grow more resilient fruits and vegetables straight through the winter months. Some of these include spinach, cabbage and lettuce.
Greenhouse accessories can increase the productivity of your space even further. This can be achieved by providing deeper soil, pest control, heating and also even a little bit of humour. Greenhouse accessories allow for customisation and specific growing enhancements for specific planting types.
So why not check out our extensive list of cool greenhouse accessories below? You will not be disappointed with our comprehensive list.
Greenhouse heater
Most greenhouses warm up extremely quickly on sunny days especially in spring when conditions outside can be still very cold. This means seedlings and young plants get to burst into life much quicker that anything possible outdoors.
On the other hand however on cloudy days and the depths of winter greenhouses can be extremely cold at night. In fact at night greenhouse temperatures can match those of outside meaning winter mercury below freezing. This can be problematic especially if greenhouse gardeners wish to keep exotic plants alive all year or raise plants early in the season.
In spring greenhouse temperatures can fluctuate so much young plants can become overwhelmed and stressed. Hence serious gardeners regularly invest in a robust greenhouse heater. This fantastic greenhouse accessory can keep the greenhouse extremely warm even in the depths of winter.
This results in a complete revolution of the gardening calendar and allows a gardener to enjoy their hobby even in the depths of winter time.
On the other hand however on cloudy days and the depths of winter greenhouses can be extremely cold at night. In fact at night greenhouse temperatures can match those of outside meaning winter mercury below freezing. This can be problematic especially if greenhouse gardeners wish to keep exotic plants alive all year or raise plants early in the season.
In spring greenhouse temperatures can fluctuate so much young plants can become overwhelmed and stressed. Hence serious gardeners regularly invest in a robust greenhouse heater. This fantastic greenhouse accessory can keep the greenhouse extremely warm even in the depths of winter.
This results in a complete revolution of the gardening calendar and allows a gardener to enjoy their hobby even in the depths of winter time.
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Timber Planter
Sometimes the only thing that can limit greenhouses growing capabilities is its growing medium. Soil is one of the most important factors in providing healthy plants in any environment.
The reason why this is so important in a greenhouse is normally plants are grown in pots. The reason for this is most greenhouses sit upon a solid concrete base. Gardeners know that plants grow much better in the soil than in pots. This is because the greater volume of soil means a more consistent moisture content.
Pots are prone to drying out and over watering making most greenhouse gardening far from optimal. Pots also can mean less nutrients available than in larger volumes of soil. One of the best greenhouse accessories to rectify this problem is a raised timber planter. This planter will allow you to add a large volume of soil and deeper growing medium perfect for allowing your plants grow to their very best potential.
The reason why this is so important in a greenhouse is normally plants are grown in pots. The reason for this is most greenhouses sit upon a solid concrete base. Gardeners know that plants grow much better in the soil than in pots. This is because the greater volume of soil means a more consistent moisture content.
Pots are prone to drying out and over watering making most greenhouse gardening far from optimal. Pots also can mean less nutrients available than in larger volumes of soil. One of the best greenhouse accessories to rectify this problem is a raised timber planter. This planter will allow you to add a large volume of soil and deeper growing medium perfect for allowing your plants grow to their very best potential.
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Cold frames
Cold frames work on the same principle as greenhouses but are much smaller and usually used for hardening off young plants in spring. One of the added bonuses of cold frames is they can be situated against the wall of a building which provides heat and shelter.
This means cold frames can easily take advantage of microclimate adding to more warmth during those colder parts of the season. These are a popular way of germinating seeds early in the year and due to their compact nature rarely suffer from pests.
Traditionally cold frames have come in a box shape with an opening top but there are now many on the market with some actually resembling miniature greenhouses. Some of the best cold frames in my opinion are the cupboard cold frames which are basically a glass wardrobe.
These are perfect for starting off rows of seeds in springs or growing heat loving crops like chillies or even melons. These cold frames if situated on a south facing wall can be warm all year round making them ideal for overwintering less hardy plants.
This means cold frames can easily take advantage of microclimate adding to more warmth during those colder parts of the season. These are a popular way of germinating seeds early in the year and due to their compact nature rarely suffer from pests.
Traditionally cold frames have come in a box shape with an opening top but there are now many on the market with some actually resembling miniature greenhouses. Some of the best cold frames in my opinion are the cupboard cold frames which are basically a glass wardrobe.
These are perfect for starting off rows of seeds in springs or growing heat loving crops like chillies or even melons. These cold frames if situated on a south facing wall can be warm all year round making them ideal for overwintering less hardy plants.
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Cupboard cold frame
This cupboard cold frame has all of the conveniences of an orderly cupboard but at the same time acting as a greenhouse. The swinging doors ensure heat is easily locked in while shutting pests outside. This cold frame can be kept outside against a wall or even used as a propagation area inside the greenhouse.
Its stacked shelf system means you can germinate multiple seedlings knowing they are safe from all risk of frost. The cold frame is made of rigid plastic meaning no replacement covers or the risk of broken glass. This cupboard cold frame is perfect for starting off young plants in spring allowing them to get to a hardy size before planting outside.
Its stacked shelf system means you can germinate multiple seedlings knowing they are safe from all risk of frost. The cold frame is made of rigid plastic meaning no replacement covers or the risk of broken glass. This cupboard cold frame is perfect for starting off young plants in spring allowing them to get to a hardy size before planting outside.
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Greenhouse shelving system
Greenhouse gardening is a subject all of its own and requires a level of knowledge and skill. A typical greenhouse or polytunnel has various zones of heat and humidity.
Generally the higher up in the greenhouse the hotter and more humid the greenhouse becomes. This means plants can be positioned to a height which directly facilitates their optimum growth.
For example young seedlings positioned near the top of the greenhouse will benefit from extra heat and out of reach of ground dwelling pests. The only real way to take advantage of these greenhouse zones is to obtain a good shelving system. This shelving system is easy to assemble and will ensure the efficient use of vertical space within your growing area.
Generally the higher up in the greenhouse the hotter and more humid the greenhouse becomes. This means plants can be positioned to a height which directly facilitates their optimum growth.
For example young seedlings positioned near the top of the greenhouse will benefit from extra heat and out of reach of ground dwelling pests. The only real way to take advantage of these greenhouse zones is to obtain a good shelving system. This shelving system is easy to assemble and will ensure the efficient use of vertical space within your growing area.
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Seed tray staging
Seed tray staging racks are fantastic greenhouse accessories enabling you to germinate multiple seeds by stacking growing systems vertically. This is particularly useful in the spring and summer when greenhouse space is taken up by copious amounts of young developing seedlings.
Another benefit of these staging structures is they help prevent garden pests like slugs and snails reaching the new plants. Seed tray staging is effective for both commercial and domestic growing undercover with a wide range of materials and styles to suit your needs.
These useful greenhouse accessories allow you to maximise the vertical spaces within the structure and are not restricted to just germination. During the height of the growing season these multiple levels can also be used to grow hanging varieties of plants. Tomatoes are a great example of fruiting plants which can be grown down structures such as seed staging to maximise greenhouse growing space.
Another benefit of these staging structures is they help prevent garden pests like slugs and snails reaching the new plants. Seed tray staging is effective for both commercial and domestic growing undercover with a wide range of materials and styles to suit your needs.
These useful greenhouse accessories allow you to maximise the vertical spaces within the structure and are not restricted to just germination. During the height of the growing season these multiple levels can also be used to grow hanging varieties of plants. Tomatoes are a great example of fruiting plants which can be grown down structures such as seed staging to maximise greenhouse growing space.
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Mobile seed sprouting trays
Seed sprouting trays at first glance are similar greenhouse accessorries to the seed tray staging above. The main difference with these is they generally focus on quick and condensed growing of crops such as cress and microgreens.
Taking advantage of the humid, warm and light conditions of the greenhouse much tasty dense foliage can be produced very quickly. These sprouting trays can be sowed in succession allowing for a continuous supply of fresh growing material. The mobile nature of these growing trays mean they can easily be worked with to even an industrial scale.
As well as food production on a commercial scale they can also be used for quick germination for standard vegetable growing. Growing trays can use hydroponics or soil based systems.
Taking advantage of the humid, warm and light conditions of the greenhouse much tasty dense foliage can be produced very quickly. These sprouting trays can be sowed in succession allowing for a continuous supply of fresh growing material. The mobile nature of these growing trays mean they can easily be worked with to even an industrial scale.
As well as food production on a commercial scale they can also be used for quick germination for standard vegetable growing. Growing trays can use hydroponics or soil based systems.
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Greenhouse potting tray
Greenhouse gardening can be a pleasure but it is also high pace, especially during the growing season. The greenhouse in early April can be as hot as a typical summer day outside meaning plants grow at an exceptional rate.
This means growing areas can soon become overcrowded and messy. One of the best greenhouse accessories for this problem is a potting tray. This allows you to condense any mess or potting materials in one area as you work. This potting tray enables the greenhouse gardener to move soil and pot up new plants with a minimum of fuss and mess.
This means growing areas can soon become overcrowded and messy. One of the best greenhouse accessories for this problem is a potting tray. This allows you to condense any mess or potting materials in one area as you work. This potting tray enables the greenhouse gardener to move soil and pot up new plants with a minimum of fuss and mess.
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Mobile potting bench
For larger greenhouse and polytunnel gardening operations a sturdy and comfortable place to sit and work is always worthwhile. Gardeners can always be tempted to crouch or keel awkwardly when carrying out tasks such as taking cuttings and sowing seeds.
This can mean extra strain on the knees and even lead to injury. Hence a great greenhouse accessory can be this mobile potting bench. This mobile work station provides a comfortable place to work on all those timely greenhouse projects throughout the gardening calendar.
This can mean extra strain on the knees and even lead to injury. Hence a great greenhouse accessory can be this mobile potting bench. This mobile work station provides a comfortable place to work on all those timely greenhouse projects throughout the gardening calendar.
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Seedling heat mat
There is no better way to spring young plants and seedlings to life than the warmth of a heat mat. These cool garden gadgets plug into the mains electricity supply and very easy to use.
Simply place the mats under pots and seed trays to provide the extra warmth they need. These are particularly useful in the greenhouse during late winter and early spring time when it is still very cold. They come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes to suit every gardeners needs.
Simply place the mats under pots and seed trays to provide the extra warmth they need. These are particularly useful in the greenhouse during late winter and early spring time when it is still very cold. They come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes to suit every gardeners needs.
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Electric heated propagator
Even though the greenhouse is generally a warm and comfortable place to grow all sorts of plants sometimes extra heat and shelter is needed. This is particularly the case with trying to germinate and grow more exotic varieties.
Most greenhouses in temperate climates can still become very cold at night. Some warm loving plants prefer consistent warm temperatures especially during germination and early life. One of the most effective greenhouse accessories to cater for this is an electric heater propagator.
This compact growing compartment makes germination easy and very effective even if night time temperatures drop below freezing.
Most greenhouses in temperate climates can still become very cold at night. Some warm loving plants prefer consistent warm temperatures especially during germination and early life. One of the most effective greenhouse accessories to cater for this is an electric heater propagator.
This compact growing compartment makes germination easy and very effective even if night time temperatures drop below freezing.
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Outdoor digital thermometer
One of the great things about growing under cover in greenhouses is the ability to grow inside a controlled environment. Every greenhouses temperature will fluctuate throughout the season depending on how large it is and its positioning.
Getting to know your greenhouses varying temperature fluctuations is essential to mastering optimum growing within your space. This outdoor digital thermometer is a perfect way to do just this. It allows you to make a record of temperature readings throughout the growing season allowing you to better manage your gardening operations.
Getting to know your greenhouses varying temperature fluctuations is essential to mastering optimum growing within your space. This outdoor digital thermometer is a perfect way to do just this. It allows you to make a record of temperature readings throughout the growing season allowing you to better manage your gardening operations.
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Soil testing kit
Generally greenhouse growers have the ability to choose their soil type due to the fact most things are grown in pots or raised beds.
On the whole this is a great advantage but smaller planting areas means a greater chance of fluctuations in a soils fertility, acidity and moisture content. Seeing all these factors are essential for growing success it is beneficial to monitor the soils condition.
A great greenhouse accessory is this small, digital soil testing kit. It allows you to take accurate readings on the soil quality so you can both monitor and perfect your greenhouses growing medium with ease.
On the whole this is a great advantage but smaller planting areas means a greater chance of fluctuations in a soils fertility, acidity and moisture content. Seeing all these factors are essential for growing success it is beneficial to monitor the soils condition.
A great greenhouse accessory is this small, digital soil testing kit. It allows you to take accurate readings on the soil quality so you can both monitor and perfect your greenhouses growing medium with ease.
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Seed pack tin
One thing that greenhouse growing allows you to do is germinate seeds for a longer period throughout the year. Germinating seeds is one of the most exciting parts of gardening so greenhouse growers are never short of new exciting projects.
Greenhouses however being rather humid places can provide problems for a typical seed growing gardener. Typically open seed packets made of paper can become moist and soggy when left in the greenhouse for too long.
Also the extreme temperature fluctuations inside greenhouses can have a negative effect on germination rates. This seed pack tin will enable greenhouse gardeners a strong and sealed place to keep their seeds so they are always dry and ready to use.
Greenhouses however being rather humid places can provide problems for a typical seed growing gardener. Typically open seed packets made of paper can become moist and soggy when left in the greenhouse for too long.
Also the extreme temperature fluctuations inside greenhouses can have a negative effect on germination rates. This seed pack tin will enable greenhouse gardeners a strong and sealed place to keep their seeds so they are always dry and ready to use.
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Insect hotel
Many have often thought that greenhouses are a sealed and separate environment separate from the rest of the outside world. This is not actually true with plants still requiring pollinating insects and ecological balance to flow throughout the space.
Greenhouses can soon become infested with a pest species that has no natural control methods. Most greenhouses have to be opened up during the summer months to allow for suitable ventilation. This means it is a better cause of action to encourage predator species such as solitary wasps and pollinators such as bees.
Insect hotels like the one above are perfect greenhouse accessories encouraging beneficial ecology to the greenhouse.
Greenhouses can soon become infested with a pest species that has no natural control methods. Most greenhouses have to be opened up during the summer months to allow for suitable ventilation. This means it is a better cause of action to encourage predator species such as solitary wasps and pollinators such as bees.
Insect hotels like the one above are perfect greenhouse accessories encouraging beneficial ecology to the greenhouse.
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Slug trap
Unfortunately for all gardeners slugs and snails seem like they are here to stay. Greenhouses generally are good at keeping these little plant munching pests out but especially slugs can get in.
Slugs and snails can cause a tremendous amount of damage to small plants very quickly so it is best to take no chances. This slug trap with help catch any slugs or snails that slip through the net so your plants will not get wiped out any time soon.
Slugs and snails can cause a tremendous amount of damage to small plants very quickly so it is best to take no chances. This slug trap with help catch any slugs or snails that slip through the net so your plants will not get wiped out any time soon.
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The greenhouse gardener’s manual
This comprehensive guide to growing undercover is the ultimate greenhouse reference accessory. The book enables gardeners to get the very most out of their growing both spaciously and seasonally. This resource is packed with information which can excel your greenhouse projects from germination all the way through to harvesting and overwintering.
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Digital weather station
Greenhouses are thought of as separate environments from the outside but these manmade biospheres do have their own microclimates. The transparent sides do not only hold in light and heat but also moisture.
These micro climatic features can have a dramatic influence on what can be grown inside the greenhouse. A great way to monitor these inside conditions is with this digital weather station. This hi-tec greenhouse accessory is perfect for monitoring humidity and temperature even from your smart phone.
These micro climatic features can have a dramatic influence on what can be grown inside the greenhouse. A great way to monitor these inside conditions is with this digital weather station. This hi-tec greenhouse accessory is perfect for monitoring humidity and temperature even from your smart phone.
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Mighty dripper greenhouse irrigation bag
Greenhouse growing although fun and productive does have its drawbacks. One of the biggest drawbacks being the very manual nature of keeping the space well watered.
Many greenhouses rely on pots and raised beds to grow within a confined area. Smaller bodies of soil mean much more chance of the ground drying out leading to poor growing conditions. Not benefiting from the natural hydraulic cycle no amount of rain will keep a greenhouse watered.
The first obstacle here is to firstly remember to irrigate in warm weather and also the method of watering. When watering smaller pots and raised beds it is common for water to run over the top of dry soil or simply run away at the bottom. The best way to water in a greenhouse is little and often to ensure maximum absorption.
This can be achieved by an electrical timer and drip feed pipes but this can be expensive and unsustainable. This Mighty dripper greenhouse bag on the other hand is ecological and will water your plants slowly. It can hold up to 10 litres simply fill the bag, hang it above the soil and point the pipe where you wish the water to go.
Many greenhouses rely on pots and raised beds to grow within a confined area. Smaller bodies of soil mean much more chance of the ground drying out leading to poor growing conditions. Not benefiting from the natural hydraulic cycle no amount of rain will keep a greenhouse watered.
The first obstacle here is to firstly remember to irrigate in warm weather and also the method of watering. When watering smaller pots and raised beds it is common for water to run over the top of dry soil or simply run away at the bottom. The best way to water in a greenhouse is little and often to ensure maximum absorption.
This can be achieved by an electrical timer and drip feed pipes but this can be expensive and unsustainable. This Mighty dripper greenhouse bag on the other hand is ecological and will water your plants slowly. It can hold up to 10 litres simply fill the bag, hang it above the soil and point the pipe where you wish the water to go.
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Plant labels
Growing inside a greenhouse gives the gardener so much choice and flexibility in what they want to grow. Unless you have a huge commercial polytunnel however space can be at a premium.
Trying to fit in all of the things you wish to grow can be a challenge. Hence it is a good Idea to label all of the things you have inside the greenhouse. These quality plant labels are extremely useful greenhouse accessories with the option to reuse them multiple times.
Trying to fit in all of the things you wish to grow can be a challenge. Hence it is a good Idea to label all of the things you have inside the greenhouse. These quality plant labels are extremely useful greenhouse accessories with the option to reuse them multiple times.
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Small wildlife pond
For many the idea of a small wildlife pond taking up space within the greenhouse is a ludicrous notion. However wildlife ponds can help raise the humidity levels which can benefit some plants.
Rain water from the greenhouse roof can be collected and channelled into a pond providing a natural way to water greenhouse plants. The best reason however to install a pond is to encourage beneficial creatures that will eat greenhouse pests.
Small amphibians such as frogs and newts will help eat through pests such as slugs and burrowing beetles.
Rain water from the greenhouse roof can be collected and channelled into a pond providing a natural way to water greenhouse plants. The best reason however to install a pond is to encourage beneficial creatures that will eat greenhouse pests.
Small amphibians such as frogs and newts will help eat through pests such as slugs and burrowing beetles.
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Gardeners trowel set
A great thing about greenhouse growing is that you can organise all plants within a compact growing situation. This means you can spend extra attention to specific sections of your greenhouse maximising the care you give your plants.
Greenhouse growing typically utilises raised beds and pots which can make it easier to work the soil and keep weeds at bay. This means growing undercover can be an up, close and personal affair requiring smaller hand utensils than larger gardening tools.
This gardening hand tool set make perfect greenhouse accessories helping you to plant, sow and weed in your glass house.
Greenhouse growing typically utilises raised beds and pots which can make it easier to work the soil and keep weeds at bay. This means growing undercover can be an up, close and personal affair requiring smaller hand utensils than larger gardening tools.
This gardening hand tool set make perfect greenhouse accessories helping you to plant, sow and weed in your glass house.
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Greenhouse grow light
Even though greenhouse’s have the extraordinary ability to create an environment much warmer than the climate they reside in, night time temperatures can still drop dramatically.
Early on in the season greenhouses can get very cold making it difficult for young plants to become strong. One of the best ways to mitigate this problem is to invest in this Greenhouse grow light.
These greenhouse accessories can keep your plants warm and growing well even in the middle of winter. This grow light is perfect if you want to produce micro greens in the depths of the colder months.
Early on in the season greenhouses can get very cold making it difficult for young plants to become strong. One of the best ways to mitigate this problem is to invest in this Greenhouse grow light.
These greenhouse accessories can keep your plants warm and growing well even in the middle of winter. This grow light is perfect if you want to produce micro greens in the depths of the colder months.
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Greenhouse sign
Sometimes greenhouse gardeners just need a little time to escape away and do the things they love. This makes shutting yourself away in the greenhouse a perfect retreat.
This intimate relationship gardeners have with their greenhouses means they often wish to add their own personalisation. A great way of doing this is by mounting a greenhouse sign. These can be personalised or have a funny message. This greenhouse accessory is bound to have your guests laughing their socks off.
This intimate relationship gardeners have with their greenhouses means they often wish to add their own personalisation. A great way of doing this is by mounting a greenhouse sign. These can be personalised or have a funny message. This greenhouse accessory is bound to have your guests laughing their socks off.
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Paper pot maker
If there is one thing that can be said about gardeners it is that they care about the environment. Nurturing and growing young plants is one of life’s delicate miracles.
In modern times it is becoming clearer that ecological destruction is on the increase. What we do in our homes and gardens also has an impact on the greater environment. One of the biggest polluters of gardening comes from the plastic used in pots.
Plastic pots are commonly only used once and then thrown away making them completely unsustainable. This paper pot maker allows greenhouse gardeners to utilise waste paper into perfect pots for growing seedlings and young plants.
In modern times it is becoming clearer that ecological destruction is on the increase. What we do in our homes and gardens also has an impact on the greater environment. One of the biggest polluters of gardening comes from the plastic used in pots.
Plastic pots are commonly only used once and then thrown away making them completely unsustainable. This paper pot maker allows greenhouse gardeners to utilise waste paper into perfect pots for growing seedlings and young plants.
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Sowing and harvesting calendar
Due to the fast nature of greenhouse growing gardeners have to be on their toes. Sowing seeds at the correct time can be vital to ensure plants get as developed as possible before the season.
Being organised in this way will ensure the greenhouse gardener has as much productive growing as possible. There is no better way of reminding gardeners what should be grown and harvested when than this sowing and harvesting calendar.
This is one of the best greenhouse accessories for organising your gardening season under cover.
Being organised in this way will ensure the greenhouse gardener has as much productive growing as possible. There is no better way of reminding gardeners what should be grown and harvested when than this sowing and harvesting calendar.
This is one of the best greenhouse accessories for organising your gardening season under cover.
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Gardens are usually associated with hours of hard digging, hoeing and pruning but gardens do not have to be all hard work and no play! It is true that luxury garden lovers will need to put in some hard work to keep their garden at its best but this is all a part of the satisfaction.
There is nothing quite like sitting back, relaxing looking over your recently completed masterpiece! The smell of freshly cut grass, the sight of radiant flowers, this is the time gardeners get to enjoy the fruits of their labour! It is these moments when a garden lover gets to wallow in their own success.
This calls for an occasional amount of garden enjoyment and luxury. What better way to reward them for all their hard work than a luxury garden gift! There are quite simply so many luxury items to be had and cherish large and small.
Form outdoor spas to relaxing garden rocking chairs these garden delights can make the perfect luxury garden gift. Whether for Christmas or a birthday we have put together the top luxury garden accessories to treat your garden loving friends here!
There is nothing quite like sitting back, relaxing looking over your recently completed masterpiece! The smell of freshly cut grass, the sight of radiant flowers, this is the time gardeners get to enjoy the fruits of their labour! It is these moments when a garden lover gets to wallow in their own success.
This calls for an occasional amount of garden enjoyment and luxury. What better way to reward them for all their hard work than a luxury garden gift! There are quite simply so many luxury items to be had and cherish large and small.
Form outdoor spas to relaxing garden rocking chairs these garden delights can make the perfect luxury garden gift. Whether for Christmas or a birthday we have put together the top luxury garden accessories to treat your garden loving friends here!
Luxury garden pic nic basket
When the weather is fine, one wants nothing more than to spend their weekend relaxing and having a good time in the garden. If you want a little bit of luxury and have a sophisticated party in mind why not a civilised pic nic to have on you’re freshly cut garden lawn. There is simply no better way to enjoy the garden than to sit out drinking fine wine and eating nibbles on warm weekends.
Why not make your pic nic extra special with this luxury pic nic basket. Not only can you enjoy it in the comfort of your own home but also out and about in your favourite public spaces. It comes with plate holders, glasses and napkins so you are ready to indulge wherever your adventure takes you.
Why not make your pic nic extra special with this luxury pic nic basket. Not only can you enjoy it in the comfort of your own home but also out and about in your favourite public spaces. It comes with plate holders, glasses and napkins so you are ready to indulge wherever your adventure takes you.
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Patio swinging seat
Heading for the patio when the days are long and warm is all a part of savouring the fruits of a garden lovers labour. Now you have spent all year cutting, hoeing and clearing it’s time to sit back and enjoy the garden. It is very important to have a comfortable place to sit when relaxing on the patio and what better way than this luxury garden gift.
This swinging seat will provide you with hours of blissful joy gently swinging back and forth enjoying the tranquillity of the outdoors. Why not invite some friends over, open some drinks and talk about old times into the night?
This swinging seat will provide you with hours of blissful joy gently swinging back and forth enjoying the tranquillity of the outdoors. Why not invite some friends over, open some drinks and talk about old times into the night?
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Fire pit with barbecue grill
When its summer time and the garden party has gone on all day and the evening draws in there is nothing better than the warmth of a fire.
There is something so captivating about watching the dancing flames and being around the warmth of the fires glow. Watching a good fire is something us humans have done since the beginning of civilisation.
It is no surprise therefore that we are so drawn to it. This rather luxury garden gift is light and mobile so you can bring a fire to you anywhere in the garden you like. It has an added feature of a grill which fits neatly over the pit itself. This means later on in the night when the fire burns down you can also satisfy your appetite.
There is something so captivating about watching the dancing flames and being around the warmth of the fires glow. Watching a good fire is something us humans have done since the beginning of civilisation.
It is no surprise therefore that we are so drawn to it. This rather luxury garden gift is light and mobile so you can bring a fire to you anywhere in the garden you like. It has an added feature of a grill which fits neatly over the pit itself. This means later on in the night when the fire burns down you can also satisfy your appetite.
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Garden hammock
Gardens provide us with the perfect environment to sit back, relax and enjoy nature. Feeling the wind against your skin is a rare novelty for many of us today especially in winter. When the weather warms up we crave to be outside but still want to feel comfortable like we do in the home.
The problem with most traditional garden furniture is it just isn’t as comfortable as the sofa inside. This is until however you discover the serine bliss of relaxing inside a garden hammock.
The fabric hugs your whole body creating an even support and very comfortable lounging position. Everyone should have a piece of luxury in the garden and everyone should have a garden hammock.
The problem with most traditional garden furniture is it just isn’t as comfortable as the sofa inside. This is until however you discover the serine bliss of relaxing inside a garden hammock.
The fabric hugs your whole body creating an even support and very comfortable lounging position. Everyone should have a piece of luxury in the garden and everyone should have a garden hammock.
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Rolling patio cooler
When the time finally does arrive to get out onto the patio you want to make sure you have absolutely everything to hand so you can spend your time enjoying yourself. You have spent most of the year closed up inside due to bad weather, house chores and family commitments.
Now is your time to have some fun! The weather is perfect the garden looks great and all you want is to share some fun times with friends. It’s these memorable times when all you want is some luxury in life.
What better way to bring the bar to you than with this rolling patio cooler? This luxury garden gift has a touch of class and will keep your bubbly cool or even snacks and treats.
Now is your time to have some fun! The weather is perfect the garden looks great and all you want is to share some fun times with friends. It’s these memorable times when all you want is some luxury in life.
What better way to bring the bar to you than with this rolling patio cooler? This luxury garden gift has a touch of class and will keep your bubbly cool or even snacks and treats.
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Garden bean bag
Garden furniture is always a must for most people when planning their garden décor. The problem with many garden table sets is they rarely live up to the vigour’s of outside life. Metal eventually rusts down, looks terrible and eventually breaks. Timber starts to bow and crack with the colours looking tired and worn.
Not only is that, most garden furniture rather uncomfortable compared to interior seating. For those reasons alternatives to traditional garden seating is at least worth looking into. Why not consider one of these fun garden bean bags. Not only are they extremely comfortable they can be moved about to any part of the garden. These can make a fantastic luxury garden gift for any occasion.
Not only is that, most garden furniture rather uncomfortable compared to interior seating. For those reasons alternatives to traditional garden seating is at least worth looking into. Why not consider one of these fun garden bean bags. Not only are they extremely comfortable they can be moved about to any part of the garden. These can make a fantastic luxury garden gift for any occasion.
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Rocking sun lounger
Eventually there will come a time when it’s warm, the sun will be shining and yes you will get some time off work. These magical moments are so far and few between that you simply cannot afford to waste them. Its times like this you have to squeeze out every piece of luxury as you can.
This is a perfect opportunity to get some sun bathing into your day while the good weather still lasts! This rocking sun lounger will allow you to gently rock the day away in blissful contentment. This luxury garden gift will ensure you relax to the fullest every summer time!
This is a perfect opportunity to get some sun bathing into your day while the good weather still lasts! This rocking sun lounger will allow you to gently rock the day away in blissful contentment. This luxury garden gift will ensure you relax to the fullest every summer time!
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Jaques garden bowles
In modern times it is so easy for family members and friends to be sucked into the unsociable pool of gaming and social media feeds. When summer eventually comes friends and family finally get some time to spend together.
Make sure that your loved ones savour these special moments and get to spend some time outside enjoying themselves. There is no better way than getting everyone’s attention than a competitive garden game. This bowls set is extremely fun and even addictive! You will find yourself spending hours of your time trying to know your competitors bowls out of the way.
Make sure that your loved ones savour these special moments and get to spend some time outside enjoying themselves. There is no better way than getting everyone’s attention than a competitive garden game. This bowls set is extremely fun and even addictive! You will find yourself spending hours of your time trying to know your competitors bowls out of the way.
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Croquet set
While your in the partying mood and up for playing a good garden game it is important not to get too sucked into sport completely. The main reason everyone is out in the garden is to be together.
You are in your finest clothes, its summer and all is right with the world! These are the opportunities to look good, have a conversation and dabble in some light entertainment.
Croquet is a game which allows you not to break out too much of a sweat. A Croquet set for sure will make the perfect luxury garden gift for summer. Sip some Champagne, have a nibble and gently put your way across the green looking as cool as possible.
You are in your finest clothes, its summer and all is right with the world! These are the opportunities to look good, have a conversation and dabble in some light entertainment.
Croquet is a game which allows you not to break out too much of a sweat. A Croquet set for sure will make the perfect luxury garden gift for summer. Sip some Champagne, have a nibble and gently put your way across the green looking as cool as possible.
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Garden spa
Perhaps the ultimate way to live a life of luxury is treating you to a day at the spa. The only problem is not everyone has the opportunity or budget to spend their days enjoying such privileged pampering. Well dream on no longer! This luxury garden spa, hot tub will enable you to enjoy a spa day whenever you wish!
Perhaps you can design your garden with a specific area just for hot tub occasions! Perhaps there is as great view or some personal gardens landscaping you are proud of. Sit back, have a drink and let the bubbles tickle your senses all day long!
Perhaps you can design your garden with a specific area just for hot tub occasions! Perhaps there is as great view or some personal gardens landscaping you are proud of. Sit back, have a drink and let the bubbles tickle your senses all day long!
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Inflatable spa tray
Now are you are getting used to the finer things in life it is important to keep the ball rolling! Too often in life we forget just how hard we work just to secure the basics in life. A garden should be an extension of your dreams and aspirations.
Hence it is important to treat yourself at every possibility with as many luxury garden gifts as possible. Now that you are relaxing at your spa or pool don’t get up to pour yourself a drink! Let the drinks and nibbles float to you with this wonderful inflatable spa tray. We don’t want to strain yourself now do we?
Hence it is important to treat yourself at every possibility with as many luxury garden gifts as possible. Now that you are relaxing at your spa or pool don’t get up to pour yourself a drink! Let the drinks and nibbles float to you with this wonderful inflatable spa tray. We don’t want to strain yourself now do we?
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Garden Igloo
One of the only few draw backs of garden fun is it cannot last all year. Eventually the shorter days and cold evenings force us to head back inside to shelter from bad weather. This is less of a problem the further you are to the equator but for most of us this is no consolation.
However in a time with modern technology and outstanding human achievement why must we take this lying down? Well now you don’t have to! The garden Igloo creates a protective transparent dome around yourself within your own garden. This enables you to enjoy a 360 degree view of your garden whatever the time of year.
Bring in a small heater, a stereo system and sit inside while outside. You can even experience sleeping under the stars! Now that is what we call the ultimate luxury garden gift!
However in a time with modern technology and outstanding human achievement why must we take this lying down? Well now you don’t have to! The garden Igloo creates a protective transparent dome around yourself within your own garden. This enables you to enjoy a 360 degree view of your garden whatever the time of year.
Bring in a small heater, a stereo system and sit inside while outside. You can even experience sleeping under the stars! Now that is what we call the ultimate luxury garden gift!
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Garden sauna
The fantastic thing about gardens is there are very few limitations when coming to pushing the boat out. With gardens there is an inevitable freedom to plan them out exactly as you wish. If you are the type of person who loves to spend time pampering yourself in luxury then a garden should reflect that.
Why not allow your well pampered friends get the very best out of their garden by getting them this extravagant garden sauna gift! After a long run or hard work out, sit back and allow the hot steam to allow you to wind down.
Why not allow your well pampered friends get the very best out of their garden by getting them this extravagant garden sauna gift! After a long run or hard work out, sit back and allow the hot steam to allow you to wind down.
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Rawlinson garden pavilion
Every garden designer and architect will tell you that outside space should transition seamlessly into inside space and vice versa. There is nothing quite like having an extra part of the home out in the garden for when you want some quiet time alone.
Contempory summer houses like this Rawlinson garden pavilion gives you just such a space. It can be used as an office, a small gym or just somewhere for friends to get together and have a great time.
This exceptionally extravagant modern summer house could make the perfect luxury garden gift for the person you love!
Contempory summer houses like this Rawlinson garden pavilion gives you just such a space. It can be used as an office, a small gym or just somewhere for friends to get together and have a great time.
This exceptionally extravagant modern summer house could make the perfect luxury garden gift for the person you love!
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Milano rain water feature
A luxury garden gift should not only appeal to the aesthetic qualities of an outside space it should also invigorate the senses! Gardens can be places where people reconnect with nature by working with natural elements such as planting and water.
The sound of trickling water can be very relaxing for the soul and a very popular attribute for gardens across the land. The best way to experience running water in the garden is a water feature. These come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, styles and types.
This Milano rain water feature is extremely stylish and modern. It allows you to watch the trickling water and soothed by the sound of dancing droplets.
The sound of trickling water can be very relaxing for the soul and a very popular attribute for gardens across the land. The best way to experience running water in the garden is a water feature. These come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, styles and types.
This Milano rain water feature is extremely stylish and modern. It allows you to watch the trickling water and soothed by the sound of dancing droplets.
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If there is one thing that gets a gardeners juices flowing at special occasions such as birthdays and Christmas it is gardening presents. The fact is gardening is more of a lifestyle more than a hobby and gardeners simply love to indulge in anything that can mean more gardening.
Gardening presents can be large or small, informational or practical the bottom line is with gardeners anything to do with gardening is always a hit. Many friends and family members know gardening is a seasonal affair, this can make them apprehensive about buying gardening presents if an occasion is out of season.
Most of the time however this fear is completely unfounded. Half of gardeners enthusiasm for gardening comes from the long and cold winter months when not much is going on in the garden. It is the anticipation and dreaming during these times which make gardening even more alluring.
Even during Christmas when the thought of growing new plants seems far away gardening presents are always well received. Perhaps an informative gardening book at this time will allow them to make use of cosy afternoons by the fire. Whatever your choice of gardening present or at anytime of the year it is important to consider one thing.
Gardening is known to be good for the people who practice it both mentally and physically. Seeing we live in a world where mental and physical health seems to be declining gardening must be encouraged at every given opportunity. Gardening presents not only can provide for our loved ones at a special time of year they could actually encourage good health and general well being.
For this reason we have decided to celebrate gardening gifts large and small by selecting some of our favourites here.
Gardening presents can be large or small, informational or practical the bottom line is with gardeners anything to do with gardening is always a hit. Many friends and family members know gardening is a seasonal affair, this can make them apprehensive about buying gardening presents if an occasion is out of season.
Most of the time however this fear is completely unfounded. Half of gardeners enthusiasm for gardening comes from the long and cold winter months when not much is going on in the garden. It is the anticipation and dreaming during these times which make gardening even more alluring.
Even during Christmas when the thought of growing new plants seems far away gardening presents are always well received. Perhaps an informative gardening book at this time will allow them to make use of cosy afternoons by the fire. Whatever your choice of gardening present or at anytime of the year it is important to consider one thing.
Gardening is known to be good for the people who practice it both mentally and physically. Seeing we live in a world where mental and physical health seems to be declining gardening must be encouraged at every given opportunity. Gardening presents not only can provide for our loved ones at a special time of year they could actually encourage good health and general well being.
For this reason we have decided to celebrate gardening gifts large and small by selecting some of our favourites here.
Cool cocktails seed kit
Now it is no secret that as well as gardeners not being afraid of a little hard work they also don't mind relaxing either. Seeing Saturdays are a fantastic opportunity to enjoy summer days gardening it is no surprise gardeners sometimes like to look over their work proudly sipping something strong and satisfying.
This Cocktails seed kit allows gardeners to grow a selection of herbs and plants perfect to use in homemade cocktails. The gift set comes with various cocktail recipes with adjoining instructions.
Even if your gardening friends don't even drink the herbs inside are useful for culinary dishes and fantastic soft drink equivalents can also be created. This is a gardening present that your gardener friends will love and cherish for many years to come.
This Cocktails seed kit allows gardeners to grow a selection of herbs and plants perfect to use in homemade cocktails. The gift set comes with various cocktail recipes with adjoining instructions.
Even if your gardening friends don't even drink the herbs inside are useful for culinary dishes and fantastic soft drink equivalents can also be created. This is a gardening present that your gardener friends will love and cherish for many years to come.
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Hydroponic aerogarden herb grower
Now not all gardeners are contained by the ravages of winter. For some gardening is just so enjoyable they simply have to continue their hobby well into the winter. Many gardeners will utilise window ledges and conservatories to overwinter favourite plants and start off seeds.
Many feel that it is simply impossible to grow fresh kitchen herbs and micro green during the winter time but that would be a false assumption. The weakness of winter sunshine has always been a barrier to growing fresh greens but not any longer!
This fantastic hydroponic aero garden herb grower is the perfect gardening present for growing fresh greens all year. With its powerful UV lights and hydroponic growing system your gardener friends will never be far from fresh greens in the depths of winter.
Many feel that it is simply impossible to grow fresh kitchen herbs and micro green during the winter time but that would be a false assumption. The weakness of winter sunshine has always been a barrier to growing fresh greens but not any longer!
This fantastic hydroponic aero garden herb grower is the perfect gardening present for growing fresh greens all year. With its powerful UV lights and hydroponic growing system your gardener friends will never be far from fresh greens in the depths of winter.
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Bonsai growing kit
Gardeners know and understand that to be successful at gardening you require patience, attentiveness and skill. All three of these attributes can no better be demonstrated by those who keep bonsai's. Bonsai is an ancient art from the far east which involves growing miniature trees by restricting conventional growth.
This is done by providing the young trees with adequate moisture and nutrients while clipping and training them into shape with clippers and wires. For gardeners growing a bonsai from seed into a convincing miniature tree is the ultimate challenge! This bonsai growing kit has everything to get you started and makes the perfect gardening present!
This is done by providing the young trees with adequate moisture and nutrients while clipping and training them into shape with clippers and wires. For gardeners growing a bonsai from seed into a convincing miniature tree is the ultimate challenge! This bonsai growing kit has everything to get you started and makes the perfect gardening present!
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Electric hand shears
It is sometimes difficult for non gardeners to appreciate just how quickly a garden can go from a neat and tidy work of art into an out of control jungle! Keeping a garden in check can be a laborious task indeed but one which also requires knowledge and skill.
Traditionally cutting and clipping has been done with either secateurs, shears or hedge trimmers. These are great garden gadgets but usually only efficient at one type of cutting. These electric hand shears are compact, easy to store and can power through all different sorts of vegetation quickly and easily.
Their compact size means they are great for cutting those hard to reach areas or for more detailed topiary type cutting. These electric hand shears will change the way your gardener friends trim forever making the perfect gardening present.
Traditionally cutting and clipping has been done with either secateurs, shears or hedge trimmers. These are great garden gadgets but usually only efficient at one type of cutting. These electric hand shears are compact, easy to store and can power through all different sorts of vegetation quickly and easily.
Their compact size means they are great for cutting those hard to reach areas or for more detailed topiary type cutting. These electric hand shears will change the way your gardener friends trim forever making the perfect gardening present.
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Vertical green wall grower
When searching for gardening presents it is sometimes very difficult to come up with new and exciting gift ideas. Most of the time you have given gardening presents to all or your garden loving friends once before making locating the perfect gift a minefield.
This vertical green wall planter is a new and exciting garden novelty which will make your friends overwhelmed! This fantastic product is great for covering any unsightly areas such as fences or garden walls. For more information on the benefits of green walls there is a good article on the subject here.
It can maximise space for urban gardeners, even people who live in tower blocks! This vertical planter is perfect for growing herbs and even leafy vegetables in summer. This cool garden gadget can lift gardening to new heights quite literally.
This vertical green wall planter is a new and exciting garden novelty which will make your friends overwhelmed! This fantastic product is great for covering any unsightly areas such as fences or garden walls. For more information on the benefits of green walls there is a good article on the subject here.
It can maximise space for urban gardeners, even people who live in tower blocks! This vertical planter is perfect for growing herbs and even leafy vegetables in summer. This cool garden gadget can lift gardening to new heights quite literally.
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Gardening apron
Gardeners are not afraid of a little bit of dirt and grime. In fact most gardeners actually rejoice in getting close to nature and not at all scared of getting their hands dirty.
This can however go a little too far sometimes. It is true that the ears of the land hear husbands and wife's complain about dirty clothes and carpets every weekend. This apron is an excellent solution to dirty clothes is just perfect for most gardening tasks including potting up and clearing up outside.
Not only will this amazing gardening present keep horticulturists clean it also has tool compartments! This means your gardening mates can garden away to their hearts content without going back to the garage at any point.
This can however go a little too far sometimes. It is true that the ears of the land hear husbands and wife's complain about dirty clothes and carpets every weekend. This apron is an excellent solution to dirty clothes is just perfect for most gardening tasks including potting up and clearing up outside.
Not only will this amazing gardening present keep horticulturists clean it also has tool compartments! This means your gardening mates can garden away to their hearts content without going back to the garage at any point.
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Funny gardening mug
Gardening requires hard work, enthusiasm and a little bit of knowledge to expect the best results. When searching for gardening presents however it is important to realise your gardener friends need some light hearted breaks also.
Encouraging your gardening friends to take a few more breaks can be a beautiful sentiment. What better way to encourage these well earned tea stops than with this funny gardening mug.
It will have them in fits of laughter every time they reach for that cup of warming brew. This mug will keep them warm and amused on the coldest of gardening occasions.
Encouraging your gardening friends to take a few more breaks can be a beautiful sentiment. What better way to encourage these well earned tea stops than with this funny gardening mug.
It will have them in fits of laughter every time they reach for that cup of warming brew. This mug will keep them warm and amused on the coldest of gardening occasions.
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Gardening hand care gift set
Sometimes people who do not like gardening simply can not understand what people enjoy about it. Watching gardeners spend hours involved in back breaking work covered in mud and in all weathers seems like a large mental leap to take. Most of the time you may just have to except that gardeners are just a little extreme.
This acceptance and general concern for their well being can assist in locating some very effective gardening presents for birthdays and Christmas time. This gardening hand care gift set will be the perfect way to show the gardener in your life you care. No more cracked skin or dirty fingernails, fantastic!
This acceptance and general concern for their well being can assist in locating some very effective gardening presents for birthdays and Christmas time. This gardening hand care gift set will be the perfect way to show the gardener in your life you care. No more cracked skin or dirty fingernails, fantastic!
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Gardening tool gift set
Gardening is an activity which requires so many tools and gadgets to carry out the multiple seasonal tasks. It can sometimes amaze non gardeners just how many tools and accessories they have loaded up in their sheds and garages. One thing that gardeners are good at it seems is breaking and losing tools!
Being exposed to the extremes of weather and working in dense vegetation means tools can break and be lost easily. This can especially be the case with hand tools which brings fourth our next gardening present ideas.
This gardening tool gift set has all the vital and necessary gardening hand tools needed for an effective gardening operation. It comes with its own carrying case meaning they will always have everything they need to hand!
Being exposed to the extremes of weather and working in dense vegetation means tools can break and be lost easily. This can especially be the case with hand tools which brings fourth our next gardening present ideas.
This gardening tool gift set has all the vital and necessary gardening hand tools needed for an effective gardening operation. It comes with its own carrying case meaning they will always have everything they need to hand!
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Cut resistant gloves
Gardeners have to endure the very worst nature has to throw at them. This is especially true with their hands. In the winter months hands can become dry and cracked and in the summer they can be exposed to irritation, cuts, abrasions and thorns.
Conventional gardening gloves do generally help but they are not always completely full proof protection. These cut resistant gloves are built for even the most toughest of gardening gloves!
They protect against thorns, cuts and scratches making them the ultimate in hand protection. These are a gardening present your friends will both love and be thankful for during hazardous tasks.
Conventional gardening gloves do generally help but they are not always completely full proof protection. These cut resistant gloves are built for even the most toughest of gardening gloves!
They protect against thorns, cuts and scratches making them the ultimate in hand protection. These are a gardening present your friends will both love and be thankful for during hazardous tasks.
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Gardening throughout the year
Gardening presents are always some thing to get excited about for gardeners. They make a break from the normal socks, bath time gift sets and boring underwear. What better way to stimulate a gardeners mindful thoughts than a really good book on the subject.
Gardening through the year is a popular gardening book with lots of content on the latest gardening tips and information. The book focuses on considerations throughout the whole gardening calendar making it a fantastic resource to be cherished for years to come.
Gardening through the year is a popular gardening book with lots of content on the latest gardening tips and information. The book focuses on considerations throughout the whole gardening calendar making it a fantastic resource to be cherished for years to come.
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Compost tumbler
When you think about it composting makes a lot of sense. Recycling organic waste within a garden is the best way to produce organic fertiliser and help feed soil life. The problem is most gardeners compost heaps become vile smelling heaps of slime.
The reason for this is most gardeners do not turn the composting material allowing oxygen to reach the decomposing particles. In conventional composting systems doing this involves strenuous lifting and turning of the compost. This can be time consuming and hard graft meaning it can be commonly left all together.
For this reason a great gardening presents idea is to buy them a compost tumbler. This clever gardening gadget allows you to spin the material inside the composter with ease adding to good aeration and great compost.
The reason for this is most gardeners do not turn the composting material allowing oxygen to reach the decomposing particles. In conventional composting systems doing this involves strenuous lifting and turning of the compost. This can be time consuming and hard graft meaning it can be commonly left all together.
For this reason a great gardening presents idea is to buy them a compost tumbler. This clever gardening gadget allows you to spin the material inside the composter with ease adding to good aeration and great compost.
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Insect hotel
Gardeners in recent years have become more eco friendly and open to wildlife visiting their garden. In the past many thought less mess and more simplistic landscaping was the best way to avoid pests.
Nowadays the realisation that pests prefer less mess means their predators have nowhere to shelter has changed everything. Gardeners now accept that the most effective way to avoid pests is to allow their predators to thrive. Creatures like ladybirds, solitary wasps and birds all help to keep garden pests at bay.
One of the best way for gardeners to encourage such creatures is to create habitat for them. This insect hotel will encourage solitary bees and wasps to shelter in the garden meaning less pests for your gardener friends.
Nowadays the realisation that pests prefer less mess means their predators have nowhere to shelter has changed everything. Gardeners now accept that the most effective way to avoid pests is to allow their predators to thrive. Creatures like ladybirds, solitary wasps and birds all help to keep garden pests at bay.
One of the best way for gardeners to encourage such creatures is to create habitat for them. This insect hotel will encourage solitary bees and wasps to shelter in the garden meaning less pests for your gardener friends.
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Mini greenhouse
One of the major drawbacks with gardening is there is just that much enjoyment to be had in the depths of winter. This is just one of those things gardeners have to accept which does mean some excitement of the anticipation of spring.
On the other hand there is a way of getting more out of the growing season and even growing some exciting exotic plants. Greenhouses can extend the growing season by three months in colder climates meaning you get a quarter of a year more gardening!
This is something simply you cannot put a price on to a gardener and every gardener should have a greenhouse. This compact greenhouse is more suitable for smaller gardens and compact spaces.
On the other hand there is a way of getting more out of the growing season and even growing some exciting exotic plants. Greenhouses can extend the growing season by three months in colder climates meaning you get a quarter of a year more gardening!
This is something simply you cannot put a price on to a gardener and every gardener should have a greenhouse. This compact greenhouse is more suitable for smaller gardens and compact spaces.
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Butterfly mix seed bombs
One thing everyone has become aware of in modern times is the dramatic reduction in garden insects. Beautiful moths and butterflies were once common especially in the summer months.
Today however with mass deforestation and habitat loss most of these much loved species are either extinct or dramatically reduced in number. Seeing many of these insects have a vital role to play in the local ecology means their disappearance has wider negative consequences.
Gardeners are now looking for ways to encourage these species back including growing wild plants which they feed and nest upon. These Butterfly mix seed bombs make a really cool gardening present and help encourage butterflies to the garden. Simply throw them to bare ground and wait! This is the most exciting way to create habitat in the garden.
Today however with mass deforestation and habitat loss most of these much loved species are either extinct or dramatically reduced in number. Seeing many of these insects have a vital role to play in the local ecology means their disappearance has wider negative consequences.
Gardeners are now looking for ways to encourage these species back including growing wild plants which they feed and nest upon. These Butterfly mix seed bombs make a really cool gardening present and help encourage butterflies to the garden. Simply throw them to bare ground and wait! This is the most exciting way to create habitat in the garden.
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Gardeners rocking chair
With all this hard physical work and meticulous planning gardeners can forget that sometimes there is room for quiet contemplation. Being garden lovers who appreciate nature in its simplest form it is important to soak in the fruits of their labour.
A great way to find a present for a gardener is search one that does just that. This Garden rocking chair will actively encourage the gardeners in your life to sit back and relax every now and then. The gentle rocking motion is perfect for enjoying a morning tea, afternoon knap or even and evening tipple.
A great way to find a present for a gardener is search one that does just that. This Garden rocking chair will actively encourage the gardeners in your life to sit back and relax every now and then. The gentle rocking motion is perfect for enjoying a morning tea, afternoon knap or even and evening tipple.
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Digital soil tester
Sometimes gardeners can get carried away with all the exciting new plants growing and garden décor. The key to successful gardening however is the continuous monitoring and development or the soil.
Unfortunately this is sometimes overlooked even by rather experienced gardeners. Getting the soil to its optimum growing potential can take time and effort but the key to early success is by monitoring its current properties.
This Digital soil tester makes an ideal gardening present for this precise purpose. It allows gardeners to examine the soils PH and moisture content leading to a better understanding or their vital growing medium.
Unfortunately this is sometimes overlooked even by rather experienced gardeners. Getting the soil to its optimum growing potential can take time and effort but the key to early success is by monitoring its current properties.
This Digital soil tester makes an ideal gardening present for this precise purpose. It allows gardeners to examine the soils PH and moisture content leading to a better understanding or their vital growing medium.
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Digital weather station
A big part of being a successful gardener is to become familiar with the local conditions and climate. These factors directly affect what can grow and how successfully the do so.
As well as affecting plants local conditions also effect what gardening jobs can be done at what time. Consequently gardeners who monitor elements such as the weather have a much better chance of working more efficiently.
This digital station will allow your gardener friends to monitor, humidity, temperature, atmospheric pressure, wind and precipitation. This smart garden gadget makes a really cool present for gardeners that want to master their environment at all times.
As well as affecting plants local conditions also effect what gardening jobs can be done at what time. Consequently gardeners who monitor elements such as the weather have a much better chance of working more efficiently.
This digital station will allow your gardener friends to monitor, humidity, temperature, atmospheric pressure, wind and precipitation. This smart garden gadget makes a really cool present for gardeners that want to master their environment at all times.
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Garden multi tool
Most of the time successful gardening relies on having the right tool for the right job. This can however be a daunting ambition to have seeing there are so many gardening tools with multiple functions and uses.
From clearing vegetation to delicate pruning and weeding there are simply so many projects which need the correct tool. If you are looking for a gardening present which can help reduce the amount of confusion and a tool which can carry out multiple functions look no further!
This gardening multi tool allows you to cut brush, large branches, hedges and strim your garden to a well manicured masterpiece. With a powerful engine and multiple attachments this is the perfect gift for serious gardening enthusiasts.
From clearing vegetation to delicate pruning and weeding there are simply so many projects which need the correct tool. If you are looking for a gardening present which can help reduce the amount of confusion and a tool which can carry out multiple functions look no further!
This gardening multi tool allows you to cut brush, large branches, hedges and strim your garden to a well manicured masterpiece. With a powerful engine and multiple attachments this is the perfect gift for serious gardening enthusiasts.
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Japanese garden hoe
The interesting thing about gardening tools is there is so many varieties depending on where you are in the world. In the west there is an emphasis on scooping tools such as shovels and spades for moving soil.
However in Asia it seems they prefer to utilise swinging actions when it comes to digging. The problem with shovels and spades is they require more strength from the lower body putting strain on the lower back and knees.
This Japanese garden hoe on the other hand allows you to use the momentum of swinging in circular motions. This allows you to use less energy and put less strain on the body.
However in Asia it seems they prefer to utilise swinging actions when it comes to digging. The problem with shovels and spades is they require more strength from the lower body putting strain on the lower back and knees.
This Japanese garden hoe on the other hand allows you to use the momentum of swinging in circular motions. This allows you to use less energy and put less strain on the body.
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Gardeners knee pads
Gardening is great to exercise the body and burn some calories in an exciting way. However the combination of low temperatures, awkward lifts and constant kneeling can increase the risk of injury.
This is especially the case with your knees. Keeling is a necessary evil when it comes to gardening and a great gardening present is one that can illuminate this problem!
These gardeners knee pads fit comfortably over the knees cushioning them from keeling and hard impacts. These will walk everywhere with you so you don't have to bother remembering to fetch a kneeler all the time.
This is especially the case with your knees. Keeling is a necessary evil when it comes to gardening and a great gardening present is one that can illuminate this problem!
These gardeners knee pads fit comfortably over the knees cushioning them from keeling and hard impacts. These will walk everywhere with you so you don't have to bother remembering to fetch a kneeler all the time.
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Funny gardening sign
The great thing about gardens is they are a little break from the norm! Unlike inside décor gardens allow gardeners to celebrate the unusual , quirky and sometimes hilarious gardening accessories.
Gardening presents allow you to embrace the humorous side of your friends green fingered talents which can make them fun and exciting! This funny gardening sign makes the perfect gift for any special moment. It is great for a garden shed, patio, vegetable area or even inside a summer house.
Gardening presents allow you to embrace the humorous side of your friends green fingered talents which can make them fun and exciting! This funny gardening sign makes the perfect gift for any special moment. It is great for a garden shed, patio, vegetable area or even inside a summer house.
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Paper pot maker
Today everyone wants to use less plastic and recycle as much as possible. Gardeners are even more continuous of the environment as they have a love of nature first hand. A large contributor to plastic use in the garden is pots. It so happens the best way recycle old newspapers is to turn them into pots.
This cool garden gadget allows you to create multiple garden pots without spending a penny! Even better these pots can be planted directly into the soil and decompose as the plants grow. This is a great gardening present for any green fingered friend who wants to do their bit for the environment.
This cool garden gadget allows you to create multiple garden pots without spending a penny! Even better these pots can be planted directly into the soil and decompose as the plants grow. This is a great gardening present for any green fingered friend who wants to do their bit for the environment.
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Gardener’s mobile potting table
If there is one thing gardeners really love it is germinating young seedlings and nurturing growing plants. This is one of the most spiritual parts of working close with the soil.
Gardeners take great care and enjoyment from nurturing their green family which is a process to be savoured. The most important thing for such careful work is that a gardener has adequate work space with everything to hand.
A truly fantastic gardening present idea is this splendid mobile potting table. It has everything a gardener needs for potting up including a compost tray and multiple shelves for stacking pots. This table also has wheels so it can be moved to any location they wish.
Gardeners take great care and enjoyment from nurturing their green family which is a process to be savoured. The most important thing for such careful work is that a gardener has adequate work space with everything to hand.
A truly fantastic gardening present idea is this splendid mobile potting table. It has everything a gardener needs for potting up including a compost tray and multiple shelves for stacking pots. This table also has wheels so it can be moved to any location they wish.
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Thermal weeder
Time and time again, year after year there is just one job gardeners cant seem to get away from. Weeds will grow in the smallest of cracks and have a persistence unmatched in nature!
These pioneering wild plants have deep roots and seed freely meaning they are almost imposable to eliminate completely! One of the most frustrating parts of weeding for a gardener is knowing that within a few weeks the weeds will be back.
A gardening present which can help to stop this endless cycle would be highly favoured indeed! This thermal garden weeder blasts weeds with extremely high temperatures. Just plug it in and hover the nozzle over the weeds for a few seconds. This kills the weed to its root stopping it from remerging with a minimum of effort.
These pioneering wild plants have deep roots and seed freely meaning they are almost imposable to eliminate completely! One of the most frustrating parts of weeding for a gardener is knowing that within a few weeks the weeds will be back.
A gardening present which can help to stop this endless cycle would be highly favoured indeed! This thermal garden weeder blasts weeds with extremely high temperatures. Just plug it in and hover the nozzle over the weeds for a few seconds. This kills the weed to its root stopping it from remerging with a minimum of effort.
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Scare crow
Gardeners are always looking for ways to scare off animals that may damage their beloved specimen plants. This can be a challenge especially for gardeners which value some wildlife.
Most gardeners care for the environment and do not wish to use chemicals to repel pests. On the other hand many gardeners are not cruel enough to trap or shoot birds and mammals which enter the garden.
Perhaps the only real way to attempt to scare off these unwanted garden visitors is with this quirky scare crow. Regardless of how effective they actually are you can be assured they will be a wonderful garden focal point. Hence he will make a wonderful gardening present this season and beyond.
Most gardeners care for the environment and do not wish to use chemicals to repel pests. On the other hand many gardeners are not cruel enough to trap or shoot birds and mammals which enter the garden.
Perhaps the only real way to attempt to scare off these unwanted garden visitors is with this quirky scare crow. Regardless of how effective they actually are you can be assured they will be a wonderful garden focal point. Hence he will make a wonderful gardening present this season and beyond.
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Lawn aerator shoes
For many gardeners having the perfect lawn is something worth spending many hours to achieve. A perfect lawn is something to be proud of as it can take much skill, knowledge love and care to evolve.
Many gardeners spend a lot of time trimming, edging, fertilising and applying weeding treatments to their lawn. Unfortunately however many neglect the importance of aerating their lawn which is essential to reach the perfect lawn. Aeration involves making hundreds of tiny holes in the surface.
These are usually filled with sharp sand or grit by brushing it across the surface. Not only does this add oxygen it also relieves compaction and improves drainage. One of the easiest ways to aerate your lawn is with these lawn aerator shoes. Not only will they make the perfect gardening present they can also be a great work out for the legs.
Many gardeners spend a lot of time trimming, edging, fertilising and applying weeding treatments to their lawn. Unfortunately however many neglect the importance of aerating their lawn which is essential to reach the perfect lawn. Aeration involves making hundreds of tiny holes in the surface.
These are usually filled with sharp sand or grit by brushing it across the surface. Not only does this add oxygen it also relieves compaction and improves drainage. One of the easiest ways to aerate your lawn is with these lawn aerator shoes. Not only will they make the perfect gardening present they can also be a great work out for the legs.
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Nibble my bits bird feeder
Most gardeners like some sort of garden decoration to add a little interest to their yard space. In most cases gardeners see the value in having things which not only look great but also have a functional purpose.
Not everyone loves garden gnomes but those who do rarely cannot just have one. Many gardeners say they can even have their own personalities and a joy to have watching over the garden. If your gardening friends like gnomes or not I am pretty sure they will appreciate this nibble my bits bird feeder.
This cheeky and funny little garden gnome will have all the birds after him in no time! He makes a great gardening present for those gardeners who like a giggle in the garden every now and then.
If you want more gardening gift ideas check out our article on 100 gifts for gardeners here.
Not everyone loves garden gnomes but those who do rarely cannot just have one. Many gardeners say they can even have their own personalities and a joy to have watching over the garden. If your gardening friends like gnomes or not I am pretty sure they will appreciate this nibble my bits bird feeder.
This cheeky and funny little garden gnome will have all the birds after him in no time! He makes a great gardening present for those gardeners who like a giggle in the garden every now and then.
If you want more gardening gift ideas check out our article on 100 gifts for gardeners here.
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There is absolutely no feeling like lifting your own fresh vegetables straight from the ground or vegetable garden. It perhaps no surprise therefore that many urban developments have included allotments within their planning for decades.
Not only do allotments help local people provide fresh organic food they also act as a community hub and great for wildlife. Allotment gifts can reward our eco friendly friends and encourage them to enhance and improve their food production.
This can be a great bonus for us when they have a glut of fruit and veg in the summer months. Just saying! Growing vegetables has been shown to improve our health in two main ways; Good amounts of exercise gardening and eating organic produce free of herbicides and pesticides. It is not surprise therefore that the population is actively encouraged to grow more food.
What better way to do this than treating your allotment keeping friends to some cool allotment gifts. There are simply loads to choose from. From polytunnels to garden tiller to harvesting trugs to gardening hand tools. We have put together a full comprehensive allotment gifts checklist here.
Not only do allotments help local people provide fresh organic food they also act as a community hub and great for wildlife. Allotment gifts can reward our eco friendly friends and encourage them to enhance and improve their food production.
This can be a great bonus for us when they have a glut of fruit and veg in the summer months. Just saying! Growing vegetables has been shown to improve our health in two main ways; Good amounts of exercise gardening and eating organic produce free of herbicides and pesticides. It is not surprise therefore that the population is actively encouraged to grow more food.
What better way to do this than treating your allotment keeping friends to some cool allotment gifts. There are simply loads to choose from. From polytunnels to garden tiller to harvesting trugs to gardening hand tools. We have put together a full comprehensive allotment gifts checklist here.
Vegetable harvesting trug
Growing on an allotment can give you the space to grow a remarkable amount of fresh produce. In growing season during regular intervals allotment keepers will find themselves with occasional gluts of produce. Collecting and harvesting can become an industrial operation especially in August when fruit is ripening.
Sometimes the biggest challenge for allotment gardeners is finding what to do with all the excess produce they have. One fantastic allotment gift to help them get around this problem is a vegetable harvesting trug. Its bowel shaped base and wide sides allow vegetable growers to haul large collections of produce away with them easily.
Sometimes the biggest challenge for allotment gardeners is finding what to do with all the excess produce they have. One fantastic allotment gift to help them get around this problem is a vegetable harvesting trug. Its bowel shaped base and wide sides allow vegetable growers to haul large collections of produce away with them easily.
Vegetable gathering trug
Sowing and harvesting calendar
Allotment gardening is all about organization, timing and a good knowledge of seasonal variation. Sometimes with all the different vegetable varieties it can get a little confusing for the grower to keep on top of what they are growing and where. In order to plan this properly it is great to have a visual reference close by at all times.
This Vegetable sowing and harvesting calendar is one of those allotment gifts that will never go unused. This visual planning tool will mean your allotment going friend will never miss out on sowing or harvesting and crops at any time of the year.
This Vegetable sowing and harvesting calendar is one of those allotment gifts that will never go unused. This visual planning tool will mean your allotment going friend will never miss out on sowing or harvesting and crops at any time of the year.
Harvest calender
Personalized allotment sign
If you have ever been to an allotment you would have been charmed by the way allotment growers ad their little bit of personality to their own plot. Some love to grow a few certain types plants which compliment their favourite cuisine. Others love to personalize their patch with national flags or quirky potting sheds and windmills.
Whatever your allotment friends love to grow you can guarantee it will be an extension of their personality. The best allotment gifts play to this theme including this personalized allotment sign. Let your friends proudly mark their vegetable growing plot with this great allotment sign.
Whatever your allotment friends love to grow you can guarantee it will be an extension of their personality. The best allotment gifts play to this theme including this personalized allotment sign. Let your friends proudly mark their vegetable growing plot with this great allotment sign.
Personalised allotment sign
Scott & Co vegetable seed sack
Allotment growers are never afraid to experiment with different vegetable varieties and if there is one thing they always use alot of its seeds. Seed growing is such an important part of allotment growing and also one of the most enjoyable.
There are literally hundreds of varieties of different herbs, vegetables and fruits all to be experimented with. This makes seeds such valuable allotment gifts for your vegetable growing friends. This vegetable seed sack contains dozens of vegetable seeds with a handy sack which can be used again and again.
There are literally hundreds of varieties of different herbs, vegetables and fruits all to be experimented with. This makes seeds such valuable allotment gifts for your vegetable growing friends. This vegetable seed sack contains dozens of vegetable seeds with a handy sack which can be used again and again.
Seed sack
Allotment month by month
One of the great things about growing vegetables on an allotment is general variability in your results. No matter how skilled and experienced you become there is always something new to learn and a challenge to overcome.
Hence allotment gardeners spend lazy days when the weather is bad researching information which can excel there growing adventures. This is a great idea for allotment gifts as the weather is not always fine and there is simply so much to learn. Allotment month by month breaks down everything you need to know about allotment growing and will make enjoyable reading for any allotment owner.
Hence allotment gardeners spend lazy days when the weather is bad researching information which can excel there growing adventures. This is a great idea for allotment gifts as the weather is not always fine and there is simply so much to learn. Allotment month by month breaks down everything you need to know about allotment growing and will make enjoyable reading for any allotment owner.
Allotment month by month
Hedgehog home
Unfortunately hedgehogs have become far less common than they were in the past. Urbanization and intensive farming has meant there is less suitable habitat for these small mammals. Not only have landscape changes within the past 100 years affected their numbers but the last 30 years has seen an even greater decline.
It seems hedgehogs have been making good use of peoples gardens for food and shelter. Most gardens have plenty of slugs, snails and insects for food and plenty of places to shelter and raise young. In recent years however less home owners have time to spend gardening.
This has led to a rise in minimalist landscaping which has no benefit to hedgehogs at all. Allotments however provide much better conditions for hedgehogs. This hedgehog home will make the perfect allotment gift and encourage local hedgehogs to feast on your garden pests.
It seems hedgehogs have been making good use of peoples gardens for food and shelter. Most gardens have plenty of slugs, snails and insects for food and plenty of places to shelter and raise young. In recent years however less home owners have time to spend gardening.
This has led to a rise in minimalist landscaping which has no benefit to hedgehogs at all. Allotments however provide much better conditions for hedgehogs. This hedgehog home will make the perfect allotment gift and encourage local hedgehogs to feast on your garden pests.
Hedgehog home
Gardener’s tool belt
With so many gardening jobs to do throughout the season it is no surprise allotment gardeners are always busy. Sometimes there are so many projects that they do not have enough hands or tools for everything at once.
This means it is easy for an allotment owner to start on one project and end up doing completely another without even thinking about it. A great way to choose allotment gift is to try and tackle this issue head on. This gardener’s tool belt is perfect for projects around the vegetable plot.
It allows gardeners to have every tool to hand right when they need it. This gift is a perfect way to show your allotment friends you care.
This means it is easy for an allotment owner to start on one project and end up doing completely another without even thinking about it. A great way to choose allotment gift is to try and tackle this issue head on. This gardener’s tool belt is perfect for projects around the vegetable plot.
It allows gardeners to have every tool to hand right when they need it. This gift is a perfect way to show your allotment friends you care.
Gardening tool belt
Funky veg kit
Allotment gardeners love to watch their newly sowed seedlings slowly develop into delicious vegetables. This process has endless exciting stages with experimentation along the way to see what works and what doesn’t work.
This enthusiasm for experimentation means vegetable gardeners enjoy the challenge of growing wacky and even crazy looking vegetable varieties. It is a fact that an allotment gardener has the ability to grow weird and wonderful things you simply cannot buy at the supermarket.
This funky vegetable kit is a collection of extraordinary looking vegetable seeds in a box. It makes a perfect gift for allotment owners and one they will cherish at any occasion.
This enthusiasm for experimentation means vegetable gardeners enjoy the challenge of growing wacky and even crazy looking vegetable varieties. It is a fact that an allotment gardener has the ability to grow weird and wonderful things you simply cannot buy at the supermarket.
This funky vegetable kit is a collection of extraordinary looking vegetable seeds in a box. It makes a perfect gift for allotment owners and one they will cherish at any occasion.
funky veg kit
Allotment mug
Many people love the idea of having an allotment but few people ever last substantial amounts of time keeping one. Allotment growers are hardcore outdoor types which keep up working on their allotment even when the weather is poor.
This consistency even in the cold winter month is the reason allotment gardeners manage to produce so much impressive produce. There are however some small things which make all the difference when working the allotment. A hot cup of tea or coffee allows vegetable gardeners to stay warm and vibrant during cold and miserable days.
This makes all the difference to an allotments success having the plot prepared and ready for sowing in early spring. This allotment mug will be highly treasured by your gardening friends and make them think of you when the days are short and cold.
This consistency even in the cold winter month is the reason allotment gardeners manage to produce so much impressive produce. There are however some small things which make all the difference when working the allotment. A hot cup of tea or coffee allows vegetable gardeners to stay warm and vibrant during cold and miserable days.
This makes all the difference to an allotments success having the plot prepared and ready for sowing in early spring. This allotment mug will be highly treasured by your gardening friends and make them think of you when the days are short and cold.
Allotment mug
Digging spade
Digging is a job sometimes thought of as a laborious and undesirable task. Allotment gardeners however are used to this extremely physical activity and realize it comes with the territory.
It has been measured that digging and turning the soil can burn as much as 500 calories per hour. This means a 5 hour session at the allotment could leave you in a complete daily calorie deficit for the whole day! Indeed digging is also a fantastic exercise for both loosing fat and strengthening the core muscles.
Allotment gardeners are very often fit individuals with a fresh organic diet to match. One down side to digging is they do get through many digging spades over the year. This is a good reason to gift them with the perfect digging allotment gift. This digging spade is lean and ready to accompany your allotment friends at any time of year.
It has been measured that digging and turning the soil can burn as much as 500 calories per hour. This means a 5 hour session at the allotment could leave you in a complete daily calorie deficit for the whole day! Indeed digging is also a fantastic exercise for both loosing fat and strengthening the core muscles.
Allotment gardeners are very often fit individuals with a fresh organic diet to match. One down side to digging is they do get through many digging spades over the year. This is a good reason to gift them with the perfect digging allotment gift. This digging spade is lean and ready to accompany your allotment friends at any time of year.
Spear & Jackson digging spade
Kelly kettle
One of the realities faced by people new to allotment gardening is you are completely cut off from the grid. Apart from water tap usually a few plots away there is no electricity or creature comforts.
This is sometimes the secret to why so many people love spending time at the allotment. Nowadays it is such a joy to be surrounded by the pleasure of birds singing and not be interrupted by phones or emails. This off-grid time spend away from the home allows for a satisfying feeling of self reliance.
This combined with a warm cup of tea on a chilly afternoon can be a joy most people in modern society miss. This Kelly kettle makes a perfect allotment gift allowing you to make hot drinks by burning small sticks and debris to boil water. Commonly used by wild campers this Kelly kettle is invaluable on the allotment.
This is sometimes the secret to why so many people love spending time at the allotment. Nowadays it is such a joy to be surrounded by the pleasure of birds singing and not be interrupted by phones or emails. This off-grid time spend away from the home allows for a satisfying feeling of self reliance.
This combined with a warm cup of tea on a chilly afternoon can be a joy most people in modern society miss. This Kelly kettle makes a perfect allotment gift allowing you to make hot drinks by burning small sticks and debris to boil water. Commonly used by wild campers this Kelly kettle is invaluable on the allotment.
Kelly kettle
Solar wind up radios
Allotments can give vegetable growers that little piece of isolation in nature everyone needs! Scientific research is now showing that being outside in natural environments is very good for our mental health.
Every now and then however allotment gardeners need a little piece of entertainment while they work. This is much welcomed even if it is a local weather report occasionally. This solar wind up radio is perfect for allotment as it requires no mains power to work at all.
Not only would it be great for the allotment but it could also be great for a crisis. The solar wind up radio is a perfect allotment gift for birthdays or Christmas.
Every now and then however allotment gardeners need a little piece of entertainment while they work. This is much welcomed even if it is a local weather report occasionally. This solar wind up radio is perfect for allotment as it requires no mains power to work at all.
Not only would it be great for the allotment but it could also be great for a crisis. The solar wind up radio is a perfect allotment gift for birthdays or Christmas.
Wind up radio
Tweed flat cap
Now there is nothing stereotypical about allotment gardeners honest! It has to be said there will be days when its either terribly cold or the sun is beating down in summer time.
Both scenarios are probably more than likely on the allotment and in both cases it’s probably a good idea to have something on your head. Allow your gardening friends to blend in with fellow gardeners with this rather stylish flat cap. What an appropriate allotment gift for any time of year?
Both scenarios are probably more than likely on the allotment and in both cases it’s probably a good idea to have something on your head. Allow your gardening friends to blend in with fellow gardeners with this rather stylish flat cap. What an appropriate allotment gift for any time of year?
Tweed flat cap
Allotment storage shed
Having an allotment is not exactly like gardening at home. At home you have everything at arm’s reach of you from the house, garage or shed. This is not so easy at an allotment with many growers choosing to carry their tools to site every time they visit the plot.
This can be rather awkward and laborious at the best of times. Hence an absolutely fantastic allotment gift for your friends is an allotment storage shed! These are perfect for locking up tools and even starting off young seedlings. They can be easily assembled on site on a simple, level base.
This can be rather awkward and laborious at the best of times. Hence an absolutely fantastic allotment gift for your friends is an allotment storage shed! These are perfect for locking up tools and even starting off young seedlings. They can be easily assembled on site on a simple, level base.
Allotment storage shed
Solitary bee hotel
A very popular trend for allotment gardeners in recent times is to encourage wildlife to the plot. This is to benefit beneficial wildlife which will keep pests at bay. Attracting wildlife can be done by starting a small natural part of the plot where grass is left to grow long or even installing a wildlife pond.
Most allotment gardeners today have a greater understanding of the benefits of ecological pest control. A great way to encourage more wildlife to your friend’s allotment is to give them this solitary bee hotel as a gift. It will attract solitary bees and wasps which will keep pests under control and help to pollinate flowering fruits.
Most allotment gardeners today have a greater understanding of the benefits of ecological pest control. A great way to encourage more wildlife to your friend’s allotment is to give them this solitary bee hotel as a gift. It will attract solitary bees and wasps which will keep pests under control and help to pollinate flowering fruits.
bee hotel
Petrol garden tiller
One of the biggest challenges of any allotment gardener is keeping their soil light, fluffy and free of weeds. Turning and digging over the soil by hand can be tough and hard on the back, it is also time consuming.
This is especially the case if a gardener has taken a new allotment for the first time. Chances are the plot will be full of grass and weeds with compacted ground. Getting an allotments soil oxygenated and ameliorated is crucial to grow healthy crops and make weeding easier.
There is not quicker and thorough way to do this than with a professional garden tiller. This machine would make a perfect allotment gift enabling your friends to save so much time digging. This means they can spend more time doing the jobs they love!
This is especially the case if a gardener has taken a new allotment for the first time. Chances are the plot will be full of grass and weeds with compacted ground. Getting an allotments soil oxygenated and ameliorated is crucial to grow healthy crops and make weeding easier.
There is not quicker and thorough way to do this than with a professional garden tiller. This machine would make a perfect allotment gift enabling your friends to save so much time digging. This means they can spend more time doing the jobs they love!
garden tiller
Gardening hand tool set
Allotment gardeners are continuously developing and maintaining their plot. This constant attention means a wide variety of gardening tools. Sometimes large powerful machines cannot blast through larger projects.
There are always times when vegetable gardeners need to work closely and personal with the ground. This usually requires a good selection of hand tools. This gardening hand tool set is perfect for allotment gardeners to carry out planting, sowing, weeding and many other gardening chores.
It is the perfect allotment gift for your vegetable gardening friends.
There are always times when vegetable gardeners need to work closely and personal with the ground. This usually requires a good selection of hand tools. This gardening hand tool set is perfect for allotment gardeners to carry out planting, sowing, weeding and many other gardening chores.
It is the perfect allotment gift for your vegetable gardening friends.
gardening hand tool set
Id rather be down the allotment t shirt
One of the thing that is quite obvious when meeting allotment gardeners is they are very proud of their hobby. These lovers of the good life enjoy the escapism the allotment brings and want to show the world that they are doing their bit for the planet.
Not only that it has to be said after a few hours of working the land they can get rather messy! Why not combine a solution to these two aspects and buy them this great t-shirt.
The 'id rather be down the allotment' T-shirt will allow them show off while also saving their good t-shirts from the wear and tear of gardening. It’s a truly great allotment gift if they prefer to wear it for either task.
Not only that it has to be said after a few hours of working the land they can get rather messy! Why not combine a solution to these two aspects and buy them this great t-shirt.
The 'id rather be down the allotment' T-shirt will allow them show off while also saving their good t-shirts from the wear and tear of gardening. It’s a truly great allotment gift if they prefer to wear it for either task.
Allotment t shirt
Gardeners hand cream set
Working the land is great way to develop physical strength, endurance and mental well being. It is unfortunately not so great for the skin. Hot summers can leave the skin sunburned and cold windy days can leave the skin sore and cracked.
What better way to show your allotment friends you care than gifting them with a skin care gift! This gardeners hand cream gift will allow your friends to protect and moisturize tired and expose skin. Whatever the time of year or what the weather brings this hand cream set will make a very useful allotment gift.
What better way to show your allotment friends you care than gifting them with a skin care gift! This gardeners hand cream gift will allow your friends to protect and moisturize tired and expose skin. Whatever the time of year or what the weather brings this hand cream set will make a very useful allotment gift.
gardening HAND CARE SET
Gardening labels
Sometimes fruit and vegetable gardeners just give themselves too much to do. From a lazy, dormant winter all of a sudden things burst into life and a gardener can become overwhelmed.
This is when it pays to be organized and when of the best ways to do this is monitor everything intensely. This is particularly relevant when sowing seedlings! It is so easy to lose track of what you have planted and at what time.
This can lead to complete confusion and frustration at the most important part of the season. These extremely functional gardening labels make a great gardening gift and very useful to allotment gardeners.
This is when it pays to be organized and when of the best ways to do this is monitor everything intensely. This is particularly relevant when sowing seedlings! It is so easy to lose track of what you have planted and at what time.
This can lead to complete confusion and frustration at the most important part of the season. These extremely functional gardening labels make a great gardening gift and very useful to allotment gardeners.
Gardening labels
Paper pot maker
In recent times our awareness of how waste plastics are effecting or global ecosystems has become mainstream news. It is not just the fact that plastic looks unsightly or it can trap wildlife!
Plastic breaks down into tiny pieces and can enter our bodies at a microscopic level. The long term implications for this are still unknown. Finding alternatives to plastic wherever possible should now be a priority for everybody.
This is especially true for vegetable gardeners with pots and potting trays made up primarily of plastic. This paper pot maker could make an extremely eco friendly allotment gift. It allows your gardener mates to create pots easily by recycling waste paper which biodegrades organically.
Plastic breaks down into tiny pieces and can enter our bodies at a microscopic level. The long term implications for this are still unknown. Finding alternatives to plastic wherever possible should now be a priority for everybody.
This is especially true for vegetable gardeners with pots and potting trays made up primarily of plastic. This paper pot maker could make an extremely eco friendly allotment gift. It allows your gardener mates to create pots easily by recycling waste paper which biodegrades organically.
paper pot maker
Leather gardening gloves
Allotment gardening can be tough on the hands and it is not uncommon for gardeners to wear gloves to protect the hands. The problem is cheaper gardening gloves rarely last very long before tearing or wearing down. For this reason a great way to treat your gardening friends is to gift them with a good quality pair of gloves.
These leather gardening gloves are robust and ready for serious vegetable gardening. They not only protect the hands but forearms also perfect for all kinds of gardening tasks. They are also snug and warm so perfect for cold and wet days on the allotment.
These leather gardening gloves are robust and ready for serious vegetable gardening. They not only protect the hands but forearms also perfect for all kinds of gardening tasks. They are also snug and warm so perfect for cold and wet days on the allotment.
Gardening leather gloves
Wildlife pond
One great way to encourage some ecological pest control on the allotment is to try to encourage as much wildlife as possible. Encouraging ecological balance means having larger predators such as amphibians and birds which happily feed on pests.
Because allotment growers want to eat organic, fresh produce without chemical pesticides creating a place for wildlife is a wise investment. One of the best ways you can encourage wildlife to any area is to install a wildlife pond. This can even be just a very small pool of water to have a large impact on wildlife.
This wildlife pond is a perfect allotment gift all you need is a spade, a hose and just wait for the wildlife to arrive!
Because allotment growers want to eat organic, fresh produce without chemical pesticides creating a place for wildlife is a wise investment. One of the best ways you can encourage wildlife to any area is to install a wildlife pond. This can even be just a very small pool of water to have a large impact on wildlife.
This wildlife pond is a perfect allotment gift all you need is a spade, a hose and just wait for the wildlife to arrive!
garden pond
Gardeners wheel barrow
Allotments regularly require much digging and moving material from one position to another. Not wanting to lift too much at once a good sturdy wheel barrow will enable your allotment friends to carry out multiple tasks.
Activities such as harvesting and spreading composted material are very effective with a wheel barrow on site. This wheelbarrow will make a fantastic allotment gift honesty your friend will wonder how they ever coped without it.
Activities such as harvesting and spreading composted material are very effective with a wheel barrow on site. This wheelbarrow will make a fantastic allotment gift honesty your friend will wonder how they ever coped without it.
Garden wheelbarrow trolley
Propagator
One of the most fulfilling parts of having an allotment is starting off seeds and caring for them until they are harvested as delicious vegetables. This process is a nurturing one but one that would not be possible without the extra care needed during and just after germination.
This vital period of a young plants life is the most crucial. Hence allotment gardeners benefit by providing a stable environment during this time. The most effective way to do this is with an electric propagator.
This allows you to start off seedlings when it is too cold early on in the season to sow direct. These propagators come in a variety of shapes and sizes and make fantastic allotment gifts.
This vital period of a young plants life is the most crucial. Hence allotment gardeners benefit by providing a stable environment during this time. The most effective way to do this is with an electric propagator.
This allows you to start off seedlings when it is too cold early on in the season to sow direct. These propagators come in a variety of shapes and sizes and make fantastic allotment gifts.
Propagator
Compost tumbler
Allotment gardeners generally don’t like to use synthetic fertilizers on their crops. They prefer to keep things natural and organic. Composting is a natural way of recycling nutrients in and around the allotment helping to feed plants and enhance fertility.
There are many different ways to compost but a fantastic, quick and easy way is to use a compost tumbler. This rotating barrel allows organic material to be oxygenated without the need for heavy turning.
Compost tumblers can make suitable compost in as little as six weeks as long as the correct waste types are added with sufficient moisture. A compost tumbler could make the perfect present for your allotment friends.
There are many different ways to compost but a fantastic, quick and easy way is to use a compost tumbler. This rotating barrel allows organic material to be oxygenated without the need for heavy turning.
Compost tumblers can make suitable compost in as little as six weeks as long as the correct waste types are added with sufficient moisture. A compost tumbler could make the perfect present for your allotment friends.
compost tumbler
Gardener’s bits and bobs tin
Keeping an allotment can be both challenging and rewarding. Most vegetable gardeners accept that will always be so many bits and bobs which need to be at hand to carry out those small but significant allotment tasks.
They may need some twine to tie back the tomatoes or grab some gardening labels to name a new succession sowing. These allotment bits and bobs can become rather disorganized very quickly and a good way to contain them is a gardeners bits and bobs tin.
This awesome little allotment gift comes with some pre arranged bits and bobs to get started. After some time this tin will be the go to place for all their gardening essentials.
They may need some twine to tie back the tomatoes or grab some gardening labels to name a new succession sowing. These allotment bits and bobs can become rather disorganized very quickly and a good way to contain them is a gardeners bits and bobs tin.
This awesome little allotment gift comes with some pre arranged bits and bobs to get started. After some time this tin will be the go to place for all their gardening essentials.
Gardening bits & bobs tin
Polytunnel
When many people start out on an allotment they are usually rather overwhelmed by just how much ground they have to develop. Finding a use and roll for every piece of ground can be a challenging provoking much thought. It has to be said that one of the best ways of accelerating an allotments production is to install a polytunnel to the site.
Polytunnels allow vegetable gardeners to extend their growing season considerably making them an ideal allotment gift. They come in all shapes and sizes but popular allotment examples are around 6 meters by 2 meters and cost about the amount of a good quality lawn mower.
Polytunnels allow vegetable gardeners to extend their growing season considerably making them an ideal allotment gift. They come in all shapes and sizes but popular allotment examples are around 6 meters by 2 meters and cost about the amount of a good quality lawn mower.
polytunnel
Allotment planting auger
Having such a large plot for growing means an allotment gardener is always looking for every opportunity to become more efficient and cover more ground. Keeping up with all the weeding, pruning and watering on such a plot can be time consuming and also physically challenging.
Planting alone can take up an extraordinary amount of time and energy especially in spring and early summer. A perfect allotment gift which can mitigate this is a petro auger. This allows the allotment gardener to bore out sections of ground perfect for planting small shrubs and young plants.
There are now even hand drill planting attachments perfect for smaller plants and bulbs. These allow the gardener to save time and become more efficient on the vegetable plot.
Planting alone can take up an extraordinary amount of time and energy especially in spring and early summer. A perfect allotment gift which can mitigate this is a petro auger. This allows the allotment gardener to bore out sections of ground perfect for planting small shrubs and young plants.
There are now even hand drill planting attachments perfect for smaller plants and bulbs. These allow the gardener to save time and become more efficient on the vegetable plot.
Petrol auger
Scare crow
As many allotment gardeners know there are always pests that will come and gladly nibble away their tasty crops. Keeping pests at bay can be even more challenging on the allotment than in the garden at home.
Allotments are more likely to be visited by birds and small mammals looking for an easy meal. This is where a deterrent is needed and what better way to gift your allotment friends than with this cool and cheeky traditional scare crow.
There has always been some controversy over if these scare crows do actually scare off pests. Either way there is no doubt that every little helps and even if the pests still come it certainly will add character to your friend’s allotment plot.
Allotments are more likely to be visited by birds and small mammals looking for an easy meal. This is where a deterrent is needed and what better way to gift your allotment friends than with this cool and cheeky traditional scare crow.
There has always been some controversy over if these scare crows do actually scare off pests. Either way there is no doubt that every little helps and even if the pests still come it certainly will add character to your friend’s allotment plot.
scare crow
Thermos flask
As many allotment gardeners know spending time working at the allotment is not just a summer past time. In fact much intense digging, weeding, clearing and site development happen in the winter time.
This can be messy and challenging work and really sets apart the fair weather gardeners from the hard core horticulturists. For this reason when searching for the perfect allotment gifts it is important to try to make these times more enjoyable.
What better way to gift your allotment friends than with this thermos flask. It will keep them topped up with hot drinks on even the coldest days so they keep warm inside and out while working.
This can be messy and challenging work and really sets apart the fair weather gardeners from the hard core horticulturists. For this reason when searching for the perfect allotment gifts it is important to try to make these times more enjoyable.
What better way to gift your allotment friends than with this thermos flask. It will keep them topped up with hot drinks on even the coldest days so they keep warm inside and out while working.
thermos flask
Gardeners stool
It’s amazing how time flies when working outside on the allotment. When there is a goal in mind and the adrenaline is pumping sometimes gardeners forget to even take a break.
Working hard usually means keeping warm but staying on your feet all day can become tiring after a while. Sometimes you simply need some relaxing moments. Allotment gardeners love to sit back and watch over their progress every now and then and this is the perfect gift for such an occasion.
Working hard usually means keeping warm but staying on your feet all day can become tiring after a while. Sometimes you simply need some relaxing moments. Allotment gardeners love to sit back and watch over their progress every now and then and this is the perfect gift for such an occasion.
Gardeners stool
Incinerator
It is always very suppressing just how much rubbish and debris a vegetable grower can accumulate after a long season on the allotment. Sometimes there is simply nothing better than a good burn up.
Most of the time allotment owners will try to compost as much dead and woody material as possible to recycle nutrients. However there are many occasions where certain material is better off incinerating including perennial weed roots and self seeding weeds.
By burning these it is far less likely they will return next season. This makes this incinerator a very effective allotment gift.
Most of the time allotment owners will try to compost as much dead and woody material as possible to recycle nutrients. However there are many occasions where certain material is better off incinerating including perennial weed roots and self seeding weeds.
By burning these it is far less likely they will return next season. This makes this incinerator a very effective allotment gift.
incinerator
Digging hoe
Allotment gardeners continuously have to work the soil. If it is not breaking up clods and fertilising in winter it is planting and weeding during the season.
Traditionally gardeners have used a combination of spades, folks and hand trowels. The problem with trowels is they can be hard on the rists especially if they are working with heavy soils. Spades and folks do not allow you to work closely to the soil making them less suitable for intricate tasks.
This digging hoe on the other hand is perfect for all sorts of gardening tasks. Using a swinging momentum it allows you to plant, hoe and weed the soil at close range with minimal effort.
Traditionally gardeners have used a combination of spades, folks and hand trowels. The problem with trowels is they can be hard on the rists especially if they are working with heavy soils. Spades and folks do not allow you to work closely to the soil making them less suitable for intricate tasks.
This digging hoe on the other hand is perfect for all sorts of gardening tasks. Using a swinging momentum it allows you to plant, hoe and weed the soil at close range with minimal effort.
digging hoe
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Cool garden games
Indoor games like Jenga, chess, twister and dominoes come with a long list of benefits. They’re not just fantastic boredom cures, they’re also a great way to train our brains. Even simple activities like Connect Four have a strategy and, to emerge victorious, players must scheme, plot and plan. For this reason, board games and other indoor challenges are ideal for families. The only downside is you have to play indoors. Or do you?
Over the last decade, the market has been awash with supersized outdoor versions of traditional family games. Just like badminton and swing ball, all your favourite competitions can now be played outside in the garden on hot summer afternoons. As big fans of outdoor events and social gatherings – we really love a family cookout – we were very excited to explore some of these ‘giant’ garden games.
For this list of the coolest garden games, we tried to stick with fairly classic and traditional choices. Some of them you’ll be more used to playing indoors (like dominoes). Others were made for use outside (like boules), but you may never have tried them before. Hopefully, it’ll include some activities which are completely new to you and perfect for your backyard.
Over the last decade, the market has been awash with supersized outdoor versions of traditional family games. Just like badminton and swing ball, all your favourite competitions can now be played outside in the garden on hot summer afternoons. As big fans of outdoor events and social gatherings – we really love a family cookout – we were very excited to explore some of these ‘giant’ garden games.
For this list of the coolest garden games, we tried to stick with fairly classic and traditional choices. Some of them you’ll be more used to playing indoors (like dominoes). Others were made for use outside (like boules), but you may never have tried them before. Hopefully, it’ll include some activities which are completely new to you and perfect for your backyard.
1. Badminton
You need a reasonably large yard to play badminton because it’s a bat and ball game. It is ironic you can’t play it inside because professional badminton matches are never played outdoors. The shuttlecock is so light even a small gust of wind can blow it off course. Sunny days without a breeze provide the ideal playing conditions.
Like tennis, badminton can be played with two or four (two to a team) players. The objectives are to score points by batting the shuttlecock into your opponent’s half and prevent your opponent from scoring by returning their attempts. The rules are so simple even young children can play though it may take time to develop their batting skills.
Backyard badminton kits come with two or four bats. We recommend a four-player kit; the more players, the more fun you’ll have. You’ll get several shuttlecocks (believe us, they’re easy to lose), two poles and a net. Push the poles into the grass and stretch the mesh net between them to create your playing area.
Like tennis, badminton can be played with two or four (two to a team) players. The objectives are to score points by batting the shuttlecock into your opponent’s half and prevent your opponent from scoring by returning their attempts. The rules are so simple even young children can play though it may take time to develop their batting skills.
Backyard badminton kits come with two or four bats. We recommend a four-player kit; the more players, the more fun you’ll have. You’ll get several shuttlecocks (believe us, they’re easy to lose), two poles and a net. Push the poles into the grass and stretch the mesh net between them to create your playing area.
badminton set
2. Skittles
Garden skittles has to be one of our favourite games because it takes the thrill of indoor bowling outside into the backyard. Who doesn’t love lining the ball up, adopting an ambitious stance and celebrating wildly when they get a strike? Just us? As far as garden games go, this one was made for summer days. It takes mere minutes to set up (and clear away), you don’t need a huge amount of space and everybody understands the rules.
There are all kinds of outdoor bowling kits available on the market. Some are quite sophisticated with sleek wooden pins and balls; these are best for adult players. For children and families, we recommend one of the enlarged sets. The pins are bigger than normal so you can set it up in a large space and give little ones a shot at a strike.
There are all kinds of outdoor bowling kits available on the market. Some are quite sophisticated with sleek wooden pins and balls; these are best for adult players. For children and families, we recommend one of the enlarged sets. The pins are bigger than normal so you can set it up in a large space and give little ones a shot at a strike.
skittle set
3. Croquet
Croquet is a very old activity and one of the few games on our list specifically invented for socialites to play in their gardens. It’s one of those games with rules which seem familiar even if you’ve never played before. While professional croquet is a little more complicated, yard games are played by hitting balls through small hoops on the ground.
Points are scored when a player successfully hits their ball through a hoop. However, they can also prevent opponents from scoring by using their turn to strike at other people’s balls and knock them off course. This is why croquet is such fun; just make sure you play with people who don’t mind a healthy dose of competition!
Points are scored when a player successfully hits their ball through a hoop. However, they can also prevent opponents from scoring by using their turn to strike at other people’s balls and knock them off course. This is why croquet is such fun; just make sure you play with people who don’t mind a healthy dose of competition!
croquet
4. Archery
Archery is so much more than a backyard game. For children who take a shine to it and demonstrate natural aptitude, it can turn into a very rewarding hobby. That’s why there are both playful, vibrantly coloured archery kits on the market and more advanced sets. We encourage families to double-check they’re buying the right type of product for their yard.
The fun, casual archery sets come with sucker tipped arrows as opposed to sharp-pointed ones. These are much safer; even the poorest shots will bounce off a spectator without causing any harm. These backyard games come with a bow, multiple arrows, a quiver for storing arrows and a height-adjustable target board. If you want to play as a family, pick a slightly taller board that can be adjusted to fit all your competitors.
The fun, casual archery sets come with sucker tipped arrows as opposed to sharp-pointed ones. These are much safer; even the poorest shots will bounce off a spectator without causing any harm. These backyard games come with a bow, multiple arrows, a quiver for storing arrows and a height-adjustable target board. If you want to play as a family, pick a slightly taller board that can be adjusted to fit all your competitors.
Archery set
5. Giant Jenga
Does this game need introductions? If you’ve heard of Jenga, you already know how to conquer giant outdoor Jenga. The game is played in exactly the same way as classic Jenga except for the fact its pieces are supersized. It can be taken out into the backyard and played on soft grass. The only downside we can see to buying a giant Jenga set is the fact it uses more storage space than normal.
Although, if you buy a set that comes with a high-quality storage bag, it’s not much of a problem. Keep the bag away from moisture in a garden shed and it’ll always be in good condition. You’d think making the pieces bigger would result in an easier game of Jenga, but you might be in for a surprise. Don’t forget to jump out of the way when those bricks come tumbling down or you may end up buried under them.
Although, if you buy a set that comes with a high-quality storage bag, it’s not much of a problem. Keep the bag away from moisture in a garden shed and it’ll always be in good condition. You’d think making the pieces bigger would result in an easier game of Jenga, but you might be in for a surprise. Don’t forget to jump out of the way when those bricks come tumbling down or you may end up buried under them.
Giant jenga
6. Garden Dominoes
Just like giant Jenga, garden dominoes are a supersized version of the classic game we all know and love. The rules don’t change. The playing pieces are just bigger. They’re better suited to backyard tournaments because they’re harder to lose (try missing one of these in long grass), they can be used on uneven ground and it’s easier to get multiple competitors gathered around without knocking the tower over.
These giant Jenga sets come in one of two forms. You can get giant foam pieces or pieces made from wood. Both types play just as efficiently but wooden pieces are probably going to last longer and sustain less damage over the years. If you’ve ever owned a foam game set, you’ll know gouges and tears are a possibility.
These giant Jenga sets come in one of two forms. You can get giant foam pieces or pieces made from wood. Both types play just as efficiently but wooden pieces are probably going to last longer and sustain less damage over the years. If you’ve ever owned a foam game set, you’ll know gouges and tears are a possibility.
garden dominoes
7. Boules
Boules is another old fashioned game that goes by several names. If you see the words ‘petanque’ or ‘French boules,’ you’re still looking at a classic boules kit or set. They’re all the same thing. Backyard boules is played by (underarm) throwing wooden or metal balls at a target. The objective is to be the player who throws their ball closest to this target.
Each player has multiple balls to throw during a round. They may use any of their turns to throw directly at an opponent’s ball and knock it off course much like in games of croquet. Again, there are lots of different boules sets on the market. Some sets are of a professional quality with polished chrome balls. Others are more family-oriented; we’re particularly fond of the lightweight plastic balls you can fill with water.
Each player has multiple balls to throw during a round. They may use any of their turns to throw directly at an opponent’s ball and knock it off course much like in games of croquet. Again, there are lots of different boules sets on the market. Some sets are of a professional quality with polished chrome balls. Others are more family-oriented; we’re particularly fond of the lightweight plastic balls you can fill with water.
boules set
8. Frisbee
Technically, frisbee isn’t a game. However, since it’s perfect for backyard use, we couldn’t miss it off our list of the coolest yard games. Plus, there is a growing appreciation for what’s known as ‘ultimate frisbee,’ a more competitive version of the activity. If you want to play ultimate, you need two teams and a fairly large garden (and one frisbee, of course).
The teams need one (or several) offense and defence players who start each game at opposite ends of the space. Offense players are not allowed to cross into the opposite endzone and vice versa. It means players should be in an endzone with opponents. The objective to make as many passes to your teammates as possible and prevent your opponent’s passes by intercepting them.
The teams need one (or several) offense and defence players who start each game at opposite ends of the space. Offense players are not allowed to cross into the opposite endzone and vice versa. It means players should be in an endzone with opponents. The objective to make as many passes to your teammates as possible and prevent your opponent’s passes by intercepting them.
frisbee
9. Quoits
Quoits is one of those rare yard games that anybody can learn how to play in minutes. It’s very self-explanatory and needs little instruction. Whether you’ll be any good at playing the game is a different question entirely. It’s not as easy as it looks. Quoits sets come with a wooden cross with numbers on the spokes. There are five tall poles which get inserted into the spokes (and one in the middle).
So, you end up with a game which looks similar to a classic hoopla only with more than one target. The gameplay is as simple as the set-up. Like a ring toss or hoopla, players throw stiffened rope rings at the targets. Scores are determined according to the number on the ‘captured’ spoke. The player with the highest score at the end wins the game.
So, you end up with a game which looks similar to a classic hoopla only with more than one target. The gameplay is as simple as the set-up. Like a ring toss or hoopla, players throw stiffened rope rings at the targets. Scores are determined according to the number on the ‘captured’ spoke. The player with the highest score at the end wins the game.
quoits set
10. Giant Four in a Row
You may know this game a little better as ‘Connect Four’ because the rules and pieces are the same only supersized. The gameplay isn’t any different. With these giant backyard sets, you get a sizeable - often three or four foot tall – slot board and large round counters for making winning connections.
It works much like a massive game of tic tac toe. The first player to insert four coloured counters into the slots in a straight undisturbed line (horizontal, vertical or diagonal) wins the round and the points. Players must work fast and keep one eye on their opponent to thwart attempts to occupy winning slots.
Giant Four in a Row is another example of a perfect backyard game for families and young children in particular. The rules are so simple anybody can play. As the pieces are very large, taking turns doesn’t require much dexterity or skill. In fact, just handling the pieces and inserting the counters into the slots can be a form of movement-based learning for toddlers.
It works much like a massive game of tic tac toe. The first player to insert four coloured counters into the slots in a straight undisturbed line (horizontal, vertical or diagonal) wins the round and the points. Players must work fast and keep one eye on their opponent to thwart attempts to occupy winning slots.
Giant Four in a Row is another example of a perfect backyard game for families and young children in particular. The rules are so simple anybody can play. As the pieces are very large, taking turns doesn’t require much dexterity or skill. In fact, just handling the pieces and inserting the counters into the slots can be a form of movement-based learning for toddlers.
giant four in a row
11. Yard Twister
It’s not accurate to say there’s a difference between classic twister and ‘yard’ twister. You could very easily take the regular version outdoors. What you can purchase is a noticeably larger version of the game which may be better suited to garden use. If you’ve never played twister before, the rules are easy to follow.
The game board is neatly divided into quarters. Each quarter depicts a body part and four different colours. The referee (who doesn’t play) spins an arrow and players must attempt to follow the instructions according to the body part and colour it lands on. For example, ‘right hand, red’ sees all players attempting to put this hand on a red circle on the mat. Things get tough quickly as the player’s body positions become increasingly ‘twisty.’
The game board is neatly divided into quarters. Each quarter depicts a body part and four different colours. The referee (who doesn’t play) spins an arrow and players must attempt to follow the instructions according to the body part and colour it lands on. For example, ‘right hand, red’ sees all players attempting to put this hand on a red circle on the mat. Things get tough quickly as the player’s body positions become increasingly ‘twisty.’
yard twister
12. Limbo
We love it when garden games require minimal preparation. Generally speaking, the best games for fun and frolics in the sun are ones you can set up quickly. Limbo is one of these games. We all recognise its name. Many of us have played it once or twice. It’s very easy to set up. In fact, most limbo sets come with just three pieces if you don’t include the feet.
You get two vertical poles and a limbo stick for balancing horizontally across them. The objective is simple; pass beneath the limbo stick without touching it. Players must face forwards and stay on their feet. Kneeling and crawling are forbidden. After each round, the limbo stick is lowered slightly to make the game tougher.
You get two vertical poles and a limbo stick for balancing horizontally across them. The objective is simple; pass beneath the limbo stick without touching it. Players must face forwards and stay on their feet. Kneeling and crawling are forbidden. After each round, the limbo stick is lowered slightly to make the game tougher.
limbo
13. Rounders
In our experience, rounders can be a love or hate game. It is similar to cricket which can discourage people because let’s face it, cricket is often a long, long, long process. Luckily, a game of rounders is like a faster, more dynamic version. Garden rounders, in particular, is designed to keep things moving with simpler rules.
On their turn, each batter strikes a fast bowled ball. They must then run as far as possible around four posts to complete a ‘rounder’ before the ball is captured and used to ‘tag’ them out. Ultimately, a batter is only safe when stood touching a post. They can be eliminated at any time while they are running between posts, so this is a game for the speedsters.
On their turn, each batter strikes a fast bowled ball. They must then run as far as possible around four posts to complete a ‘rounder’ before the ball is captured and used to ‘tag’ them out. Ultimately, a batter is only safe when stood touching a post. They can be eliminated at any time while they are running between posts, so this is a game for the speedsters.
rounders set
14. Treasure Hunt
There are lots of different treasure hunt style games available. Some have a game board. Others come with a bag which players reach inside to pick their coveted item. Some versions distribute scavenger style checklists for players to record their progress. Whatever style of game you choose, this type of activity can be very beneficial for younger children. Many primary schools encourage their pupils to ‘scavenger hunt’ because it gets them asking questions about the world.
Our favourite version requires the game supervisors (parents) to hide plastic tokens or coins around the backyard and house. There is a treasure map which corresponds with the locations; children can work individually or alone to find them. We definitely recommend purchasing a game which can be played more than once. Some maps have stick on components which can be rearranged and reused.
Our favourite version requires the game supervisors (parents) to hide plastic tokens or coins around the backyard and house. There is a treasure map which corresponds with the locations; children can work individually or alone to find them. We definitely recommend purchasing a game which can be played more than once. Some maps have stick on components which can be rearranged and reused.
treasure hunt
15. Giant Noughts and Crosses
Time for another supersized backyard game. The giant version of noughts and crosses is played exactly as you’d expect but the board and pieces are bigger. You can get some yard sets which include a flexible rope board. It’s similar to a rope ladder only in a square shape with nine sections. We prefer foam alternatives in this case because they feel weightier and more substantial. We also like to have a game board with a rigid back. ``
It’s really just personal preference as both versions are played in the same way. You perhaps need a slightly flatter surface for a game board with a rigid back. As for the rules, well, you probably know them already. As with tic tac toe and Connect Four, the objective is to be the first player to create a straight uninterrupted line with your counters.
It’s really just personal preference as both versions are played in the same way. You perhaps need a slightly flatter surface for a game board with a rigid back. As for the rules, well, you probably know them already. As with tic tac toe and Connect Four, the objective is to be the first player to create a straight uninterrupted line with your counters.
giant noughts and crosses
16. Giant Chess
We love chess and think everybody, young or old, should get an opportunity to enjoy it. With a giant garden set, you can play outdoors in the sun anytime you want. While the rules of chess are relatively convoluted, half the pleasure of playing is teaching other people to love the game. So, you need somebody who knows what they’re doing. Get the kids to ask their grandparents for some pointers.
Supersizing the chessboard can make it easier for new players to learn. They can physically move around the board, weave in and out of the pieces and put themselves in the place of a rook, bishop or pawn. It brings a whole new perspective to a very old activity and it’s one of our favourite items on this list.
Supersizing the chessboard can make it easier for new players to learn. They can physically move around the board, weave in and out of the pieces and put themselves in the place of a rook, bishop or pawn. It brings a whole new perspective to a very old activity and it’s one of our favourite items on this list.
giant chess
17. Swing Ball
Swing ball used to be one of the most popular yard games. In recent years, it has fallen out of fashion slightly and we think it’s time for a revival. Some benefits of the game are its simple set up, basic rules and fast-paced play. Okay, so the gameplay is very fast. Some children (overly competitive siblings, let’s say) might need supervision or just a stern warning not to deliberately swing the ball at their opponent’s face.
If you purchase a freestanding swing ball set, there’s no set up required. Place the swing ‘tower’ on a flat surface in an open area. Providing the product is of a high quality, the base should be weighted to prevent it from toppling over. Players must use plastic bats to hit a tennis ball on a wire and send it careering towards their opponent who must hit it back.
If you purchase a freestanding swing ball set, there’s no set up required. Place the swing ‘tower’ on a flat surface in an open area. Providing the product is of a high quality, the base should be weighted to prevent it from toppling over. Players must use plastic bats to hit a tennis ball on a wire and send it careering towards their opponent who must hit it back.
swing ball
18. Trampoline
To end our compilation of the coolest yard games, we want to talk about a product which is both scourge and delight for parents. If we’re being honest, trampolines are just about the most fun a child can have in their back yard. However, they can also be very dangerous if used improperly. So, you should only buy a trampoline for your garden if you are confident everybody who has access to it will bounce responsibly.
Garden trampolines come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes. Most include a safety net which hangs around the perimeter to prevent jumpers from bouncing off the sides. These mesh nets are said to reduce trampoline injuries by as much as 50%. Therefore, it is worth paying more for one and spending the extra time to install it.
Garden trampolines come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes. Most include a safety net which hangs around the perimeter to prevent jumpers from bouncing off the sides. These mesh nets are said to reduce trampoline injuries by as much as 50%. Therefore, it is worth paying more for one and spending the extra time to install it.
trampoline
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