Tools & Equipment

As the year draws to a close we decided to look back and see what were the most popular tools over the past year.

Since it’s Plastic Free July, we thought we’d highlight some ways you can reduce plastic waste in the garden and showcase some plastic free alternative products.

Tips for Efficient Water Use and Conservation in Your Garden.

Scything, a traditional method of cutting grass and other vegetation, has experienced a resurgence in recent years as people rediscover its numerous benefits and the sense of peace it brings.

Regenerative gardening is the practice of planting and maintaining your garden in an environmentally conscious way.

As part of our 30 year celebration we’d like to highlight some of the manufacturers and products we’ve been proudly selling since the beginning.

The ability to start plants off indoors means you can get started in late Winter/early Spring much earlier than if sowing outside. However seedlings need to have adequate light and heat to grow into strong healthy plants, that's why using supplemental lighting and heat mats can be a good idea if your indoor environment cannot provide this.

If you have a polytunnel you will know how long it takes to water your crops.  Why not install an irrigation system and free up all that time that you spend watering? Drip Irrigation Perhaps the easiest and most cost-effective way to water your crops is with a drip irrigation system where pipes are laid along the ground and water...

Soil blocks might seem a bit of a garden shed mystery but they are just what the name suggests – blocks made from soil.  They are used for the propagation of seeds and cuttings and are very easy to make and use.  There is no need for pots or modular trays. Soil blocks are made with a Blocker. You can...

Cleaning Your Polytunnel It's best to clean your polytunnel at least once a year. Over the winter months algae can build up on polytunnel plastic so it's a good idea to clean and organise your polytunnel now before the start of the growing season. Cleaning your polytunnel will not only prolong it's life, it will also reduce the incidence of...