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  • a close up of purple crocuses growing in an early spring garden

      With the days getting slightly longer and temperatures starting to rise, there are some clear signs that winter is finally drawing to a close. And if you’ve been suffering withdrawal symptoms from lack of gardening, the great news is that there’s no need to wait a moment longer to get yourself back outdoors. That’s [...]

  • a man wearing full chainsaw PPE, using a chainsaw to cut a tree

      Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) when using garden tools and machinery is all about exercising a bit of common sense, in what can potentially be an extremely hazardous environment. In fact, it’s fair to say that whether you’re a hobby gardener or seasoned professional landscaper, wearing the right PPE in certain situations can be [...]

  • a man operating a log splitter, which is attached to and powered by a tractor

      Available in a range of designs and sizes, log splitters are unquestionably the most effective garden machines for converting larger logs into smaller, more manageable pieces of firewood. So, if you own a wood burner, or need to regularly cut logs for any other purpose, buying a log splitter is a really smart move. [...]

  • a garden machinery battery and charger, in a garage, on a wooden shelf

      Battery powered garden machines are the fastest growing area of our market. And as many of these user-friendly, zero-emission cordless tools now perform at a comparable level to petrol alternatives, it’s easy to see why. While battery garden tools and machinery are far easier to maintain than petrol-powered models, as well as being just [...]

  • a man putting an orange and white STIHL robot mower on a shelf for winter storage

      As robot mowers work autonomously, it can be easy to overlook them when it’s time to put your garden tools and equipment into winter storage. However, if these high-specification machines are to continue to carry out their job effectively long term, it’s vitally important to look after them, particularly at this challenging time of [...]

  • a man riding a zero turn mower along the edge of a lawn

      A ride-on mower is a significant investment, whether you’re buying it for domestic or commercial use. Therefore, it’s essential that you’re aware of all the available options, so you can select the best possible rider for you. To help you make an informed decision, we’re now going to take a look at zero turn [...]

  • a man in a blue top pushing a lawnmower past a house

      Of all the garden machinery on the market, lawnmowers offer the biggest choice. In fact, the sheer number of lawnmowers for sale can make choosing the right one a little bit daunting. Here, we provide all of the information you need to help you make an informed decision on how to select a lawn [...]

  • snow on plants

      With red, orange and yellow foliage on some trees and shrubs, and certain plants still in bloom, many people’s gardens currently make stunning sights. However, the clocks going back has just given us a little reminder that we’re now deep into autumn, so your outdoor area will soon encounter its most challenging time. Bearing [...]

  • a man pushing a STIHL RL 540 Petrol Lawn Scarifier along a lawn

      If you want to take good care of your lawn, you’ll need more than just a mower to do a proper job. One of the other key garden machines required to practise good lawn care is a grass scarifier. This is a type of advanced, high-powered rake, and its purpose is to remove thatch. [...]