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Contents » Product Review 2011
  • Let the tools take the strain!
    The stylish Eazitool’s gardening range has been specifically designed to minimise the stresses and strains endured by many gardeners.
    Published:  14 December, 2011

    The unique stirrup design centralises the downward pressure of the foot, minimising the strain on the lower back. This makes digging down into the ground far better balanced and easier, even in the hardest of soils. It is also safer than a conventional fork or spade as it stops your foot from slipping off the side of the tool.

  • Smart Valve® creates a revolution
    2011 saw a revolution in the way we grow & water plants. The Smart Valve® is the World’s 1st ‘Polymer Moisture Sensor’ Water Valve – it’s 100% automatic: working independently without power, computers or electronics.
    Published:  06 December, 2011

    Plants regulate and receive their own water requirements and once the water has been used up the Smart Valve® automatically refills the tray. Perfectly watered plants - month after month.

  • Lawn edgings needed in every garden, it saves 50-70% of the edge maintenance.
    There are many reasons for great success with a new product, turning it into a household product and not just a temporary gimmick.
    Published:  06 December, 2011

    Many reasons explain why the ‘enviro edging’ range boasts 500% growth in 12 months, maintaining 100% customer satisfaction:

  • West+ Light & Easy MPC
    Westland Horticulture has launched a range of new and exciting products for 2012 and one of the most innovative is their peat free compost; West+ Light & Easy.
    Published:  02 December, 2011

    Using a brand new formulation the new West+ Light & East Multi-Purpose Compost has all the exceptional benefits of Westland’s highly successful West+, with the bonus of being super lightweight, making it easy for consumers to pick up and carry.

  • Botanico product review 2011/2012
    Let’s Grow…Potato Barrel – key seller in 2011
    Published:  01 December, 2011

    The perfect product for any budding vegetable grower, the Let’s Grow…Potato Barrel from Botanico has been a popular seller throughout 2011.  Ideal for where space is at a premium, the easy-to-assemble barrel also features two doors for dual access to the crop – making it even easier for gardeners to enjoy the fruits of their labour!  SRP £29.99

  • Hartman strengthens partnership with Jamie Oliver
    Hartman has strengthened its partnership with celebrity chef Jamie Oliver by introducing an exclusive new range of garden furniture for 2012.
    Published:  01 December, 2011

    The ‘Get Inspired’ range follows the sell-out success of Hartman’s Jamie Oliver Fire Pit. In addition to the fire pit, the extended range now includes a formal dining set with integrated ice bucket and six chairs, a sun lounger and a deep-seated sofa bench. All are made from cast aluminum with contemporary caramel cushions.

  • NuGel Products Fully Approved in UK
    Following the implementation of Directive 91/414/EEC NuGel’s innovative products remain fully approved for sale in the UK.
    Published:  01 December, 2011

    “We’re delighted to have the only IBA based gel rooting products approved for sale into the UK’s Garden Centre and On – Line markets”, said Nugel’s Director Julian Tatlow.  “Both Gel2Root and Gel4Plugs meet the demanding requirements of the Directive”, he added.

  • Stardust and Gruffalo are stars of 2011
    The launch of Briers’ Stardust wellies met with a fantastic response from the trade and customers and it’s easy to see why.
    Published:  30 November, 2011

    Available as a boot, ankle boot and clog, all styles are made from fabric-backed PVC and really stand out from other footwear on the market, resulting in their massive success.

  • Modular Set is a best seller
    Timber Displays is an established company set up to provide treated timber display products to the garden centre and nursery industries.
    Published:  29 November, 2011

    We spent a lot of time last year introducing some new products to our range and offering some great value for money deals on these products in order for people to benefit from trying them in their centres.

  • There’s something about Salt-Away
    Coming in the wake of the success of Cemstrip – Everbuild’s environmentally friendly cement remover – Everbuild Building Products are pleased to announce the launch of another innovative surface treatment; Salt Away.
    Published:  25 November, 2011

    In the short time since its release Salt Away – which removes salt and unsightly white efflorescence from bricks, stone and concrete – has proved a huge success. With customers remarking that ‘there’s something about Salt-Away’, Everbuild couldn’t have anticipated a better response to a product. Some people have been so impressed with the originality and performance of Salt-Away that they have even been asking why no-one has ever made this product before!

  • Seeing is Believing - the new Aromatic Range by Bolsius
    A new aromatic range from Bolsius, Europe’s leading maker and supplier of candles, is poised to bring new and fresh fragrances to gift shelves this Autumn.
    Published:  25 November, 2011

    Bolsius Aromatic is a complete selection of pure and naturally scented quality candles at competitive and value-for-money prices.

  • New Town & Country Wellingtons are Spot On
    Following the huge success of their ‘pink spotty Wellingtons’, Town & Country has added three bright new colours to the range.
    Published:  25 November, 2011

    Navy, Sky Blue and Turquoise wellingtons with contrasting spots join the original pink version.   

  • Roundup Gel – a revolution in garden care
    Launched at Glee 2011 by Roundup, the UK’s leading weedkiller brand, the already award winning Roundup Gel is an entirely new formulation that is set to revolutionise the weed control sector by establishing a new category.
    Published:  25 November, 2011

    Appealing to existing weedkiller users and also non-users Roundup Gel will enable retailers to reach millions of new customers in 2012.

    Known for leading the way with regards to innovation in the weed control sector, Roundup Gel is not only easy to use and effective but is also as quick as a RTU and as precise as hand pulling.
     

  • WOLF-Garten Weeding Brush
    The best selling tool head in the brand’s multi-change range – it removes weeds and moss from between paving slabs, so popular that WOLF-Garten has introduced the twin pack replacement brush heads for 2012.
    Published:  25 November, 2011

    The tool is part of the multi-change range, which offers gardeners more than 200 tool heads and detachable handles so gardeners don’t need to keep buying stand-alone items.

  • Wilkinson Sword Precision Pruners
    Good value and excellent performance has made these a winner with gardeners of all abilities, giving the perfect, accurate cut on all tasks, they are designed for both left and right handed gardeners, with a non-slip grip, handy wrist strap and easy to open safety catch.
    Published:  25 November, 2011

    Non-stick blades for easier cutting are set 30 degrees down from horizontal for greater comfort.

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