Gardening Tools, Equipment & BBQ's

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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Not only do pots and containers add a burst of colour into your garden, but once they have been planted they really only need a little care and attention to keep them looking luscious until the autumn months, which can bring frosts.

To ensure a healthy planter, it is important to never let the compost totally dry out. Check daily in summer to prevent this from happening. Water well in the early morning or evening to prevent the heat from the sun scorching the plants foliage.
As plants in containers are restricted to a relatively small space, any nutrients in the soil can soon be exhausted so remember to feed your planters on a regular basis.

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Ponds and water features can not only add a sense of relaxation but an instant cooling effect to your garden in the summer months.

Water can also attract a wide array of wildlife into your garden, which will add variety and interest. Although ponds often look at their best during the summer months, this is often the time of year when oxygen levels deplete leaving fish and wildlife under stress.

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The secret to a beautiful garden starts with your soil. If you have a good quality soil, your garden will thrive and look at its very best.

If you have moved house or are new to gardening you will need to establish what sort of soil you have. Once you have distinguished your soil type you will then be able to choose well suited plants and create your garden design.

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With the warmer weather on the horizon, this can unfortunately mean the return of pesky ant problems. Often, an issue, which starts in the garden, can soon spread into our homes.

Although an unsightly and irritating problem, ants play an important role in maintaining a healthy eco system.

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As the days become warmer you can really start to enjoy your garden. But there are still plenty of jobs that require tending to, to ensure your garden is looking at its very best.

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Gardeners are being asked to give their unwanted or unused electricals a
new lease of life during Recycle Week which is taking place between 21 – 27
June 2010.

Items such as lawn mowers, strimmers and power tools can be recycled at
centres across the country.

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If you have a slug infestation you will know just how much havoc they can create in your garden. It is important to protect your plants from these slimy trouble makers.

Hostas and lettuce are particular favourites, but slugs will happily eat just about any plants in your garden.If you are looking to prevent slug damage without using pesticides, here are a few more environmentally friendly methods to keep slugs at bay.

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Front gardens can often be over looked. They do not offer much privacy so are generally ignored in favour of the rear garden where we tend to sped much more of our free time.

Front gardens are a great space. They are seen by passers by on a daily basis and really make a statement about you and your home. Spend a little time titivating your front garden and create a usable and attractive space to make you the envy of your neighbours.

Although you will want to express yourself it is worth considering the style of other gardens on the street or estate. You do not want to stand out for the wrong reasons. Unleash your creativity with the use of different plants, colours, textures and planters.

Many front gardens often have restricted space or access, which can make maintenance an issue. Ideally the best solution is to create a low maintenance garden. Use weed surpressing materials to reduce your work load and consider using pebbles and gravel instead of a lawned area as this will not require regular mowing and will look attractive and add interest to your outdoor space.

Symmetry can work well in small areas. Pots can be placed either side of a door add a dramatic impact to your house front. Use scented flowers such as lavender for a welcoming surprise for visitors.

Whichever root you decide to take, do not neglect your front garden. Use the space freely to create a welcoming space individual to you.