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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Cobra H5024V Li-Ion cordless hedge trimmer review: a versatile and solid buy
Garden Tools We tested the Cobra H5024V Li-Ion cordless hedge trimmer to find out if has what it takes to keep your hedges looking trim
By Steve Bradley Last updated
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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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The Stiga Combi 748 S lawn mower: self-propelled mowing just got easier
Garden Tools With smart features and sharp looks, is the Stiga Combi 748 S lawn mower the coolest petrol mower on the block? We’ve got the lowdown…
By Linda Clayton 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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Best garden shears 2022: shape up your outdoor space with ease
Buying Guide These are the best garden shears to make light work. From hand pruners to long handled hedge shears, keep your garden tidy this summer
By Louise Oliphant Last updated
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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 wheelbarrow 2022: 7 top picks to help with all your gardening jobs
Buying Guide Invest in the best wheelbarrow to help you make light work of transporting soil, compost, plants and more around your garden
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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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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Ryobi 18V ONE+ Cordless 50cm hedge trimmer review: a good all-rounder
Garden Tools We put the Ryobi 18V ONE+ Cordless 50cm hedge trimmer through its paces to see if it is a cut above the competition
By Steve Bradley Published
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Ryobi 18V ONE+ 40cm Cordless Brushless lawn mower review: quiet and easy to handle
Garden Tools We tested the Ryobi 18V ONE+ 40cm Cordless Brushless lawn mower to find out if the mower that looks like a highlighter will turn out to be a garden highlight
By Steve Bradley Published
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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 loppers 2022: trim back unruly branches with these top buys
Buying Guide Our pick of the best loppers will make pruning back tree branches a cinch – they combine ergonomic design with excellent cutting performance
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