It’s that time of year when we start thinking of gifts for our nearest and dearest. Here’s our festive five which might be suitable for any gardeners in your life
FLORA AND FAUNA KNEELO® KNEELER
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This kneeler is designed to give your knees a little comfort when gardening tasks require you to get down low. The outer layer – with flora and fauna artwork from the RHS Lindley Collections – is made from waterproof, durable neoprene with a nylon coating for wiping clean. Within there is a layer of memory foam cushioning with a core of shock absorbing EVA foam. Dimensions: 52cm x 30.5 x 5cm (approximately 21 x 12 x 2in),
BURGON & BALL
www.burgonandball.com
TEL: 0114 233 8262
PRODUCT CODE: N/A
PRICE GUIDE: £21.49
KG VERDICT
This is not only a beautiful kneeler it is eminently practical too, providing a comfortable cushioning for the knees when kneeling. It means that tasks such as weeding and planting out are easy on the knees and for prolonged periods. It has an easy-grip handle, it’s water resistant and is easy to clean and dry. This would make a wonderful present for any green-fingered friend or member of the family.
BEE GARDEN CLOGS
These waterproof clogs are designed so you can slip them on and off easily when you’re popping in and out to the garden or backyard. They weigh 200g/10 oz a pair – so very light with a wide and roomy footbed and with removable and washable white insoles. The heel is approximately 2.5 cm/1in. Size Range: UK sizes 3 to 8
BACKDOOR SHOES
www.backdoorshoes.co.uk
TEL: 01202 232357
PRODUCT CODE: N/A
PRICE: £34.95
KG VERDICT
Gardening folk are in and out of the house all the time, so these clogs are perfect if you want to nip and snip off a sprig of rosemary or pick some strawberries without having to struggle with shoes or wellies. Lightweight, hardwearing and waterproof, these clogs are great on wet days especially. With designs available other than this bee one, there is a plenty of choice. A great gift for any gardener!
ALL PURPOSE MINI SECATEURS
These lightweight Kent & Stowe Garden Life All Purpose Mini Secateurs feature a razor-sharp blade made from high quality SK5 steel. Designed for cutting through green wood up top 15mm (½in) in diameter. The handles are made from aluminium with an embedded bi-material micro hex grip. Length: 17cm (approximately 6¾in).
KENT & STOWE
www.kentandstowe.com
TEL: 0480 443789
PRODUCT CODE: 70100781
PRICE: £14.99
KG VERDICT
Light, compact, comfortable in the hand these are a good pair of secateurs for lighter pruning tasks. They have a stainless-steel spring and responsive spring action, the very sharp blades ensuring a clean cut. They also have an integrated string cutter and a useful loop hole for hanging the tool up when not in use.
BAMBOO WIND CHIME
This handcrafted bamboo windchime will bring soothing sounds to your garden when moved by a gentle spring or summer breeze, creating a sense of serenity. Length: 99cm (nearly 39in); Diameter: 12.5cm (5in)
GARDENING NATURALLY
www.gardening-naturally.com
TEL: 01285 760505
PRODUCT CODE: BWC1
PRICE: £19.99
KG VERDICT
This is a lovely, handcrafted wind chime. The distinctive sounds made by the bamboo pieces will bring an ethereal quality to your garden. It has a good-sized hanging ring 2.5cm (1in) and a strong thread holding all the separate pieces together. Ready assembled, it can be hung up immediately for instant impact.
HORTI CURIOUS
This book written by gardener and columnist for The Times, Ann Treneman is a fascinating miscellany of all things horticultural. Why shouldn’t you touch the Australian gympie gympie shrub? What is the plant that will not die? How do you plan for a low-carbon garden? Was the fruit in the Garden of Eden possibly a peach? You can find the answer to these questions in Horti Curious.
OCTOPUS BOOKS
www.octopusbooks.co.uk
TEL: 020 3122 6000
PRODUCT CODE: N/A
PRICE: £19.99
KG VERDICT
Beautifully illustrated, Horti Curious is a treasure trove of horticultural and botanical information Across the six chapters you will come across lots of weird and wonderful facts all presented in a very entertaining way. Note that this is not a book just about fruit and veg – flowers and trees feature too, as well as gardens and inspiring gardeners. Never dull, this would be a great gift for anyone with a lively curiosity who wants to find out more about the world of plants!
