Garden tools
Guides for choosing garden tools for every need and budget, from lawnmowers to hand tools, hoses and beyond
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How to winterize a lawn mower: tips for gas, cordless and riding mowers
How To Find out how to winterize a lawn mower with these expert tips for every type of mower, and ensure yours is kept in top condition during the colder months
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Experts warn against this fall lawn mowing mistake
Garden Tools Don’t mow your lawn after heavy rain or cold temperatures, or you’ll ruin your lawn mower experts say
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Greenworks G24HT56 cordless hedge trimmer: a decent buy for smaller hedges
Garden Tools We put the Greenworks G24HT56 cordless hedge trimmer through its paces to see how well it can cut and trim hedges into shape
By Steve Bradley Last updated
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Bypass vs anvil pruners – which is the right tool for you?
Garden Tools Unsure on the differences when it comes to bypass vs anvil pruners? We explain, so you can get the best results in your garden
By Holly Crossley Published
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The best compost bin 2022: turn waste into garden gold
Buying Guide Create your own compost at home with the best compost bin and you can deal with kitchen and garden waste and improve your soil. It’s win-win
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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How to blow out sprinklers before temperatures drop
How To Find out how to blow out sprinklers with our step-by-step guide and get your system ready for winter
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to replace a sprinkler head: a step-by-step guide
How To Get the lowdown on how to replace a sprinkler head and keep the lawn and planting thriving
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to adjust sprinkler heads: top tips for success
How To Find out how to adjust sprinkler heads and meet the needs of your lawn, plants and crops
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Garden hose storage ideas: 7 clever solutions to keep your hose tidy
Ideas Try out these practical garden hose storage ideas and maximize your space with tidier tools
By Flora Baker Published
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Sprinkler rotor vs spray: what’s the difference?
Garden Tools When it comes to sprinkler rotor vs spray, both have their benefits and limitations. Get in the know
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to sharpen garden shears: top tips for keeping your cuts sharp
How To Learn how to sharpen garden shears for a clean, close cut in all your gardening tasks
By Flora Baker Published
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Mountfield HP185 139cc lawn mower: a hero for bargain-hunting petrol heads
Garden Tools Perfect for powering over larger lawns, the Mountfield HP185 lawn mower is a robust workhorse that can mulch, collect or discharge grass to suit all needs
By Linda Clayton Published
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Best gardening gloves 2022: 8 top designs that look as good as they grip
Buying Guide Take a look at our pick of the best gardening gloves that offer both style and functionality for your fingers
By Ellen Finch Last updated
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Top fashion brand Dior is giving gardening an upmarket makeover
Shopping The designer brand has launched a stylish gardening set with an impressive price tag of $8,700, but what do garden experts think of it?
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Expert issues warning over the latest TikTok lawn care hack
Garden Tools The latest TikTok lawn care hack has gone viral, but one expert says that this new trick should be treated with extreme caution
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Best garden rake 2022: tidy your garden with one of these handy helpers
Buying Guide Essential for so much more than just sweeping up leaves, the best garden rake is a must-have for all good gardeners. We've picked our top seven buys to help you find your favourite
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Flymo EasiGlide Plus 330V lawn mower review: a lightweight, budget buy
Garden Tools We put the Flymo EasiGlide Plus 330V hover mower through its places to see if it rises above the competition
By Steve Bradley Last updated
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Landxcape LX796 robotic lawn mower review: good value and decent performance
Garden Tools Keen to take mowing the lawn off the to-do list, we've reviewed the Landxcape LX796 robotic lawn mower. Here's how we got on...
By Jennifer Oksien Published
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How to clean pruning shears: keep them in top condition
How To Find out how to clean pruning shears and they will last for years, as well as making your job so much easier
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Best garden hose: 7 buys to water or clean your outdoors with ease
Buying Guide Choose the best garden hose to keep the plants healthy and your garden happy. Even fill up the paddling pool or clean the car...
By Louise Oliphant Published
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Best garden spades 2022: get more done with these top diggers
Buying Guide Check out our pick of the best garden spades guaranteed to help you create the outdoor space you always dreamed of
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Best garden sprinklers: 6 top sprinkler systems to keep your grass green and luscious
Buying Guide These are the best garden sprinklers to water your lawn and borders, so you don’t have to
By Louise Oliphant Published
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Best hand saw 2022: 6 top buys to keep trees and shrubs pruned to perfection
Garden Tools If you're on the hunt for the best hand saw to keep your garden trimmed, tidy and looking its best, look no further...
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Flymo EasiStore 340R Li lawn mower review: compact and easy-to-use cordless design
Garden Tools We put the Flymo EasiStore 340R Li to the test on a variety of different lawns to see if it cuts the mustard (as well as the grass!)
By Steve Bradley Published
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Cobra GT3240VZ grass trimmer review: a budget-friendly cordless design
Garden Tools We tested the Cobra GT3240VZ grass trimmer to see if it could serve up smart lawns and neat pathways with ease – find out if it delivered
By Linda Clayton Published
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The 10-minute job to make gardening easier all spring
Garden Tools Experts reveal why cleaning and sharpening your gardening tools is worth every minute of work
By Millie Hurst Published
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Revealed! The equipment that causes the most common injuries in the garden
Garden Tools From the ladder to the lawn mower, these are officially the most harmful tools you can use
By Megan Slack Published
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Best robot lawn mowers 2022: 7 robotic mowers for easy maintenance all year
Buying Guide Give your grass TLC with ease with the best robot lawn mowers. With options for every garden size and budget, keeping a tidy garden just became much more hands off
By Lindsey Davis Last updated
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Garden designer Mark Lane reveals the tool every gardener should invest in
Garden Tools If your New Year's resolution is to get out into the garden more, this tool is worth investing in
By Rebecca Knight Published