A good lawn is a joy to behold. It is the perfect foil for your house; it looks lovely and it serves many useful purposes: children can play on it; it’s a great place to let the dog out late at night; you can sit out on it on long …

Looking to add some Zen to your backyard, living room or office? A Japanese bamboo water feature is a great way to do that. These types of water features consist of bamboo or bamboo-like parts with water cascading down different sections. It not only looks good, the sound the water makes …

A chainsaw safety helmet provides protection against three main hazards. One, accidental impact to the head from falling branches,or chainsaw kickback. Two, noise from the chainsaw’s engine and three, flying chips and debris. To provide full protection, chainsaw safety helmets include earmuffs and a mesh face visor. In this buying …

Lower leg injuries when working with a chainsaw are some of the most common among tree surgeons, woodcutters and other chainsaw users. Many of these injuries are caused by lack of proper protective wear, including safety boots and trousers. A conventional pair of pants is useless against the fast-spinning chain …

Chainsaw safety boots protect your feet when using a chainsaw. They are designed with a cut-resistant toecap, usually with embedded steel, and a tough leather exterior. The hardy exterior protects your feet from flying bits of debris and wood chips. The thick sole keeps you safe when walking among the …

Badger poop in your garden is not only irritating, but it’s also awfully smelly! Not something you want to accidentally step in then trail into the house. Another problem with badger poop in the garden is that they tend to dig little hole in which to do their business, which …

Bamboo, that famous favourite food of Pandas, is actually a member of the grass family. They have a very striking look, with their distinctive stems and their frondy leaves, and they make a fantastic living screen or hedge, as well as being decorative and attractive as free standing plants. Bamboo …

Alstroemeria is a beautiful, striking plant that is related to the lily (in fact its common name is Peruvian Lily). Originating from South America, they produce spectacular blooms that are bursting with colour, and look attractive both as cut flowers or growing outside in the garden. The flowers range in …

Shed insulation keeps the inside cool when it’s hot outside and keeps heat in when it’s cold outside. This (together with a good heating solution) turns your shed into a comfortable all-year round workspace. If you plan to use your shed as an extra bedroom or a summerhouse, proper insulation is …

Garden bags have to endure heavy, messy and oftentimes, moist garden waste. A good quality garden bag should withstand years of use without tearing or coming apart. It should also be large enough to carry lots of grass clipping, leaves and other waste. In this buying guide, we review the …