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A good garden trug should be big enough to hold a sizable amount of harvest from your garden, whether it\u2019s fruits, vegetables or flowers. It should also be easy to carry around in your hand.<\/p>\n

And if you plan to use the trug to add a rustic look to your kitchen or living room, look for a design that\u2019s looks great as well.<\/p>\n

In this buying guide, I recommend the best and most practical garden trugs you can order online in the UK. I also have a few tips on how to choose the best garden trug for your needs.<\/p>\n

Features to Consider When Choosing a Garden Trug<\/h2>\n

A. Size<\/h3>\n

More than anything else, a garden trug should be practical. And the most practical aspect of a trug is its size.<\/p>\n

The ideal size of a garden trug depends on how much garden produce you need to carry. If you have a small garden<\/a>, a small basket will be enough to carry the few veggies or herbs you harvest from it. A small trug is also ideal if you only need something to carry a few fruits.<\/p>\n

If you have a big garden from which you regularly harvest loads of produce, get a bigger trug that won\u2019t force you to make several trips between the kitchen and the garden.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind however that a bigger trug will be more cumbersome to carry once you fill it up. If you ae buying a gift for a senior or you want a trug your kid can use, get something small and easy to handle.<\/p>\n

B. Versatility<\/h3>\n

Some garden trugs are useful for more than just carrying produce from the garden. Some also double up as a colander, allowing you to wash and rinse the produce right in the trug.<\/p>\n

A sizable garden trug can provide storage for drinks or foods during a picnic or a barbecue. You can also use it to carry garden tools when you are tending to the garden.<\/p>\n

Bigger tub-style trugs are also great for carrying garden waste to the compost. Just remember to rinse the trug before putting in fresh veggies or fruits.<\/p>\n

Many garden trugs are also designed to be decorative. You can fill the trug with fruits and use it as a centrepiece on the dining table, or fill it with different coloured vegetables to brighten up your kitchen counter.<\/p>\n

If the trug is stylish enough, you can display it even when it\u2019s empty. Wicker and wooden garden trugs look especially good in the living room.<\/p>\n

C. Portability<\/h3>\n

In addition to getting the right sized trug to ensure it\u2019s not too heavy, check how comfortable it is to carry around.<\/p>\n

Easily portable garden trugs have comfortable handles, usually rounded to prevent uncomfortable chafing when you are caring the basket.<\/p>\n

For extra-large garden trugs, I recommend those with two handles on either side of the tub. This gives you better grip and allows two people to carry the trug when it\u2019s heavy.<\/p>\n

D. Material & Design<\/h3>\n

Wooden trugs look great and are perfect for displaying your garden bounty in the house. On the downside, they can be a bit pricey and are heavier as well. You also have to be careful not to leave it outside exposed to the elements.<\/p>\n

Wicker trugs have the same rustic look and are perfect for decorative display, but they are far lighter than wooden trugs. A wicker trug is suitable if you want a basket that will be easy to carry.<\/p>\n

For tub-style trugs that are more practical than decorative, plastic is usually the material of choice. It\u2019s hardy, durable and weather-resistant.<\/p>\n

I love the look and versatility of metal mesh garden trugs. They are perfect for carrying veggies and fruits from the garden, and you can rinse produce without taking it out of the basket. They are also great for decorative display.<\/p>\n

Best Garden Trugs: Top 5 Reviews<\/h2>\n

1. Wrenbury Veg Trug Garden Trug Basket<\/h3>\n<\/a>\n

If you are shopping for a wooden garden trug, I recommend this one from Wrenbury. With its rustic oak effect finish, it\u2019s both practical and stylish. When you are not carrying vegetables from your garden, you can use it as a decorative display in the house.<\/p>\n

The Wrenbury garden trug is 33cm wide and 25cm deep. The wide and deep design allow it to hold more produce. It can also hold several small gardening tools.<\/p>\n

A sturdy rounded handle provides a comfortable way to carry the basket around the garden.<\/p>\n

It is a bit heavier than plastic or wicker garden trugs, but you still shouldn\u2019t have trouble carrying it when full. However, I recommend a lighter option for kids or seniors.<\/p>\n

What I like about it:<\/h4>\n