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Garden Carts from Suttons

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Useful carts today at Suttons Seeds! Make tidying up the garden easier!

Garden Cart

Garden Cart £48.90
A versatile cart, ideal for transporting gardening tools and supplies. Its canvas bag provides plenty of carrying space, and you’ll find its wide array of storage pockets absolutely invaluable for all those bits and pieces! What’s more, it can be easily removed from the frame to carry as a tote bag or put in the wash. The carriage itself is lightweight and collapsible for convenient storage. Easy home assembly.. . . . . .

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Polytunnels

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Suttons Seeds have three polytunnels.
A polytunnel can help extend the growing season at both ends! It’ll allow plants to get a stronger and better start in the spring and allow you to grow plants that you can’t grow outside!
It reduces the exposure to the worst of the weather so your crops don’t get battered by rain or frozen by frosts. It gives you a space to start seeds off. A polytunnel can give your spring salad crops a head start! Use it for plants in the ground or have potted plants in there and then move them outside as the weather improves.
Put your polytunnel so it’s longest side runs from north to south! Prepare the ground well first of all – so you have a weed free area to erect it on.
Bob Flowerdew has a polytunnel within his polytunnel and this helps him grow more delicate crops inside the inner one.

Overwinter things in it too – make use of it all year round! There are several winter salad leaves that will grow and you can start off early peas and broad beans, as well as Japanese onions, garlic. Also winter lettuces, raddichio, spring greens, swiss Chard, Perpetual Spinach, True Spinach and anything else you want to try!

Polytunnels

Polytunnels £244.95
Polytunnel – Size: 6′ x 8′; Dimensions: 1.83m (6′) wide x 2.44m (8′) long; Growing Area: 4.46sq.m (48sq.ft.); Cover: Super Clear.These sturdy polytunnels are made by the same British company that manufactures for professional growers, and will last for many years. They’re practical and economical alternative to a greenhouse and can be used to raise bumper crops of tomatoes, cucumbers, etc, as well as many other fruit and veg! With help from a friend and a few household DIY tools you can erect them in a day or less.• Hoops, corner stabilisers, foundation tubes and ridge are high tensile galvanised steel tube 25.4mm (1′) diameter. These are driven into the ground for additional fixing.• Cover is heavyweight 720 gauge (180 micron) UVI stabilised polythene, with manufacturer’s 4 year guarantee. It can be simply fitted into a trench for secure anchorage.• Anti Hot Spot Tape is included to help prolong the life of the cover, just add it to the hoops before covering to provide an insulated layer between the steel and polythene.Please allow up to 14 days for delivery.Available in three different sizes, each having a 2m (6′) high door opening, and in a choice of two cover materials:Super Clear: Specially designed for the UK, where light levels are low, it allows 95% light transmission, and also scatters light, so that crops grow more evenly.Thermal Anti Fog: With added UVa and UV B filters that dramatically reduce many fungal diseases like mildew and botrytis. An anti-fogging agent helps reduce condensation forming and dropping on plants, and an Infra-Red additive reduces heat loss, and if using a heater, can save 15-20% on fuel costs!Additionally, you may wish to purchase our:Anchor Plate & Base Rail Kit: The anchor plates are square steel plates that slot over the foundation tubes to prevent lifting/sinking of the framework, giving an easier, stronger and cheaper result than concreting. The Base Rail Kit is an alternative to burying the cover in a trench, providing a treated timber rail which the polythene is fixed to at ground level, which is easier and neater.. . . . . .

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Cordless mowers at mow direct

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Make mowing the lawn easy! No more unwinding tons of cable and having to mind chopping through it! Just get the mower out and go! Simple recharging makes these easy to use.

MowDirect have some excellent offers on cordless mowers.

Bosch Rotak 43 Li-Poly Cordless / Battery Powered Rear Roller Lawn Mower

Bosch Rotak 43 Li-Poly Cordless / Battery Powered Rear Roller Lawn Mower £419.95
The Bosch ‘Rotak’ 43LI Cordless Lawn Mower is ideal for gardens up to 600m2 and utilises the latest lithium-ion battery technology. Lithium ion batteries are up to six times lighter than conventional lead acid batteries, maximising the mower’s power-to-weight ratio, and they can be charged to full power in just one hour (or to 80% power in 30 minutes). The Bosch 43LI has 2 x 36v batteries, 43cm cutting width and a large sized 50 litre grass box. It also features an innovative system of grass combs which allow you to mow right to the edge of flowerbeds, walls and lawns. The centrally controlled cutting height is adjustable in seven stages, between 35-70mm. The Bosch 43 LI is up to 40% lighter than conventional cordless mowers, weighing just 14.7kg. For convenience and safety, there is also a full width on/off switch. FREE DELIVERY NEXT WORKING DAY! BOSCH ROTAK CORDLESS / BATTERY POWERED LAWN MOWERS HAVE A 2 YEAR MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY.

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Cordless Hedge trimmers

Friday, May 13th, 2011

MowDirect has a selection of hedge trimmers that are cordless. These are easier to handle with no fear of cutting through any electric cables.
Get the right pair for your garden! Look at weight – the lighter the better in my opinion, versus battery charge time! If you have a lot of hedges you might have to recharge them between cuts, but for smaller hedges or for topiary trimming you’ll find them perfect!

Hints for making it easier – some people like to mow the lawn first to make it easier to rake up the cuttings. Some people like to mow after so they can mow over any dropped bits they’ve not picked up! Don’t mow over thick stems!
You can use a tarpaulin on the ground to collect the hedge cuttings and move it along as you go. This can make it easy to clear up!

Bosch Isio Cordless Shrub Shear

Bosch Isio Cordless Shrub Shear £49.95
The Isio Cordless Shrub Shear is up to 50% lighter and 40% smaller than comparable shears, has a comfortable soft grip, and is an ideal tool for shaping shrubs and small hedges in the garden or on balconies and in patio boxes. Its quick-charging (5hr), compact lithium-ion battery features a practical charge indicator and has no self-discharge or memory effect which means the Isio Shrub Shear is always ready to use, for up to 40 minutes at a time. Its precise, high-quality, laser-cut blades can be easily changed, as this tool incorporates the Bosch SDS blade-changing system. This unit has a cutting length of 110mm and a blade spacing of 8mm. FREE DELIVERY NEXT WORKING DAY! BOSCH CORDLESS SHEARS HAVE A 2 YEAR MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY.

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Price reductions at Lawn Mowers UK

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Lawn Mowers UK reduced the price on these lines today

DR 6HP Stump Grinder

DR 6HP Stump Grinder was £1326.64 now £1299.00
Thanks to a world-class Subaru engine and carbide-tipped cutting teeth, the 6 HP DR Stump Grinder can pulverize any size stump and turn it into a pile of woodchips. Compact and maneuverable, the DR Stump Grinder can operate most anywhere. 9 carbide-tipped cutting teeth (replaceable) are mounted to a ½”” cutter head that supplies tremendous rotating inertia. Large size (15″” x 4.75″”) tyres help to keep the stump grinder elevated over woodchips during operation. Adjustable handlebars keep the operator comfortably in control. It’s these features, and others, that keep the DR Stump Grinders a step ahead of the competition. Features: DR Stump Grinders are powered by Subaru engines — the first air-cooled engines in the world to use auto-style overhead cam technology. 9 carbide-tipped cutting teeth (replaceable) are mounted to a ½”” cutter head that supplies tremendous rotating inertia. Cutter head is housed in a protective directional steel shroud which shows exactly where the cutting teeth are making contact, while protecting operator from thrown debris. Teeth are tipped with mining-grade tungsten carbide…the same material used in the mining industry to drill through rock. The flip up belt cover protects the belt and pulleys, then flips out of the way for easy access. Self-adjusting belt tensioner eliminates need for operator adjustment. Specifications: Model : DR 6HP Stump Grinder Engine : Subaru SP 170 – 6hp – 169cc Cutter Head Thickness : 1/2″” Cutter Head Diameter : 10.5″” Tooth RPM / Speed : 2789 / 88mph Construction : Fully welded 12 gauge steel Torque : 8.34 ft. lbs. @ 2500 RPM Cam : Case hardened steel chain driven overhead cam Start : Recoil – Pull Wheels : Steels / Tyres – 15″” x 4.5″” lugged Machine Weight : 57kg – 125lbs Manufacturer’s 2 year domestic warranty (90 days commercial) A bottle of engine oil is included with this stump grinder

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New products at Lawn Mowers UK

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Lawn Mowers UK has these new items today

McCulloch GBV345 Garden Blower/Vacuum

McCulloch GBV345 Garden Blower/Vacuum £149.00
The New McCulloch Mac GBV 345 Petrol Blower Vac. Variable speed gives a maximum blow speed of 346km/hr. Cruise control gives adjustable speed settings for comfortable use. Anti-vibration in-line handle with soft grip eliminates gyration. Easy-change tubes from blow to vac (vac kit supplied). Advanced design for easy starting. Specifications: Engine: 25cc 2 stroke 346km/hr Airflow 45Ltr Collection Bag Capacity Anti-Vibration System Mulching ratio: 16:1 Weight: 4.4kg 1 Year Manufacturer’s Guarantee NEW STOCK DUE IN MAY

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New products at John Lewis

Friday, May 13th, 2011

John Lewis has these new lines today

EZ-Freeze Cool Zooey Flip Top Drinks Bottle, Tiger, 350ml

EZ-Freeze Cool Zooey Flip Top Drinks Bottle, Tiger, 350ml £7.00
This brightly coloured drinks bottle features a twist and lock internal freezer stick – simply freeze and attach to the lid for a cooling core of ice in your drinks bottle, keeping drinks refreshingly cool for up to four hours. This durable reusable bottle had a flip top sports cap to keep the drinking spout clean.

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New products at Garden Centre Online

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Garden Centre Online has these new items today

Vulcan Metal Activity Centre

Vulcan Metal Activity Centre £289.99
Providing year round fun for kids from 3 to 10 years old, as well as encouraging outdoor play and exercise, this metal activity centre features 2 swings, 2 seat gliders, a fireman’s pole, monkey bars, access ladder and wave slide. Manufactured from strong powder coated steel which gives the set lasting protection against rust, it uses soft feel ropes and heavy duty injection moulded seats for extra durability. The swing has cross braces for extra stability and adjustable height swing seats. The product is supplied with hose attachments to create a water slide and is ideal for cooling down in the summer sun. With adjustable height swing seats, this is a great product which offers fantastic value for money. Easy to assemble, the set comes flat packed and pre-drilled with easy assembly instructions. All hardware for installation is supplied, including ground anchors for concreting into the ground. Made from powder coated steel Adjustable height seat swing Easy to assemble Supplied with hose attachment to create water slide Safety certified to EN71-1, EN71-2, EN71-3, EN71-8, & EN71-9 standards Recommended age 3 to 10 years Max user weight: 45kg per swing (145kg total) 12 month warranty L3.38 x W1.78 x H1.83m

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Price reductions at Tooled Up

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Price reduction at Tooled Up

Bosch Interchangeable Grass Shear Blades For Isio

Bosch Interchangeable Grass Shear Blades For Isio was £15.31 now £14.95
Blades for Isio…

New products at Tooled Up

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Tooled Up just added this new product