Gardening Tools, Equipment & BBQ's

At Keen Gardener, we welcome the summer with open arms and have a wide variety of outdoor equipment to help you and your family enjoy the warm summer days.

There is really nothing better them heading out for a summer stroll and picnic. At Keen Gardener we have a range of equipment to help make picnicking in the outdoors that little bit more sophisticated and comfortable.

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If we experience a particularly hot summer, hosepipe bans are often put into force. There are several ways to help save water around the garden and put to good use during these dry spells.

If you have several particularly thirsty plants, consider planting them close together to prevent having to water the entire garden thoroughly.

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As with all home-grown produce, fresh fruit plucked straight from the tree has far more flavour then that bought from any supermarket. Despite what you may believe, you really do not need very much space to grow a fruit tree.

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We all love freshly cut flowers in our homes. There is nothing quite like their naturally perfumed scent or the wonderful burst of colour a flower display can add to a room.

However you may notice that after a while, that buying fresh flowers on a regular basis can become very costly. Why not try growing your own, either to cut and display in vases and pots all around your home.

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A Majestic favourite, millions of amaryllis bulbs are sold each and every year. They really are a status plant with each stem producing between 2-4 flowers and larger bulbs producing up to three stems.

Easy to care for amaryllis will light up any room and are available in many different colours.

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There are many different circumstances in which you may need to move a tree or large plant. But remember time and planning are essential for the move to be a success.

If you are looking to relocate a plant or tree, the best time to do this is during late autumn or winter when the plants are dormant.

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From as early as June, climbing roses can inject colour and scent into your garden. Their blooms will create an eye catching display right through until the first frosts of autumn.

Roses are an old fashioned favourite, with both a timeless and classic charm. Beautiful and versatile, roses are a perfect addition to any garden. They make a wonderful cut flower, bringing the outside in to your home and offering a gentle perfumed aroma. Either as part of an arrangement or simply in their own right, roses make a fabulous display.

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With the warmer months finally here, we can all start looking forward to fresh summer produce. Peppers are a firm favourite for gardeners and chefs alike.

With the market full of different varieties, there will be one to suit your taste, whether that is mild, sweet or red hot – enjoy peppers fresh home grown from your garden this summer.

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One of the main advantages of owning a greenhouse is the wide range of plants you are able to grow.

Even if your greenhouse is unheated, you will be surprised by the range of growing opportunities available in comparison to the sometimes limited opportunities of the unreliable British climate.

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The Rotak Cordless Mowers from Bosch now feature “Efficient Energy Management” for longer runtime of lithium-ion batteries. They have extremely fast charging and are always ready to use. This enables the user to get full power without a cable. The mowers are lightweight and easy to manoeuvre and, with the innovative grass combs, enable you to cut close to the edge.

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If you are looking for a large capacity wheelbarrow or trailer, then look no further than the range of EasyBarrows at keengardener.co.uk. With a number of models and wheel width options, the EasyBarrow range promises to deliver on quality and durability.

Minimise the effort required to move heavy and bulky loads by using the rugged large capacity barrow of the EasyBarrow. The massive 255 litre container reduces the number of trips needed and the load is stabilised over two wheels for ease and safety.

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Gardens can pose many problems especially when you are landscaping your plot.

Modern properties can often feel over looked. If you are looking to achieve a sense of privacy consider erecting a fence or growing plants to create a softer less imposing divide. Choose mature plants, which are of an established height for immediate results. Before erecting a fence however, do check on your deeds or tenancy agreement to confirm the height of fence that can be used on your boundary.

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With the summer holidays approaching the time has never been better to get the whole family out and about in the garden. Children can easily become bored and the garden is the perfect way to let them use their imaginations. Whether it is building a den or helping with the smaller jobs they will love the sense of adventure the outdoors can offer.

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During the warmer months you may not be the only one enjoying lazy summer days in your garden. Your garden will become a haven for wildlife so keep an eye out for the little visitors.

You may easily notice the population of birds steadily increasing including the addition of blackbird, thrush and robin chicks, but your garden will also become attractive to hedgehogs, rabbits, frogs, squirrels and even badgers.

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Due to popular belief, it is not too late to grow salad and greens in the summer months.

Once you have decided which salad greens to grow, you should invest in an instant planter. These planters are deeper then the average grow bag, which is ideal for plants with deep roots. As greens require a damp compost, most instant planters contain a special gel intended to increase water retention and help support and moisten your plants throughout the warmer weather. This feature also means the water you use will be put to full use, with little waste.

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