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SOWING EQUIPMENT
BEST BUY
ROOTRAINERS – 32 CELLS
These can be used to propagate a wide range of plants with each cell openings to avoid root disturbance. The transparent lid means that the pack can be used as a mini propagator too. Cell depth: 12cm.
MARSHALLS
PRODUCT CODE: 1090-5715
PRICE: £9.49
KG VERDICT
If you’ve not used them before, you’re missing out! These are super for plants such as peas and beans that benefit from a deep root system. The transparent lid provides propagator conditions too and the can be used year after year.
Quality: ★★★★★
Effectiveness: ★★★★★
Value: ★★★★★
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BEST FOR VALUE FOR MONEY
SIEVE TWO-IN ONE
This has two interchangeable screens made from tough, galvanised woven wire, 6mm and 12mm hole sizes respectively. The plastic outer is made from recycled polypropylene. Dimensions: Dimensions – L 35cm x W 35cm x H 12.5cm
GARDENING NATURALLY
PRODUCT CODE: SS004
PRICE: £7.99
KG VERDICT
A robust, versatile and useful piece of kit to have at your side when sowing or potting up. The two screens are easily interchangeable and clip in securely. In effect, two riddles in one so great value!
Quality ★★★★★
Effectiveness ★★★★★
Value for Money ★★★★★
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BEST FOR OUTDOOR SOWING
POST AND LINE SET
With this this traditional Post and Line Set you can mark out vegetable rows, lawns or borders. It has 65ft of strong natural twine and is made from FSC certified ash with durable metal posts.
TWO WESTS & ELLIOT
PRODUCT CODE: SKU: TOPLS
PRICE: £16.99
KG VERDICT
This is a stylish post and line set. The metal post make it easy to penetrate the soil (compared to wooden ones), tasteful wooden handles and with an excellent length of twine.
Quality: ★★★★★
Effectiveness: ★★★★
Value for Money: ★★★★★
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