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Garden Tools

All You Need to Know About Garden Shredders

April 9, 2024September 20, 2022 by Real Men Sow
All You Need To Know About Garden Shredders

Gardeners understand the importance of maintaining their gardens free from branches and leaves. It can take hours to trim and prune a garden of any size. The time it takes … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

Knowing Why Leaf Blowers Overheat and How To Fix It

April 11, 2024September 19, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Knowing Why Leaf Blowers Overheat And How To Fix It

After a hectic week, you’re looking forward to a relaxing afternoon. The blissful silence is suddenly broken by the leaf blower of your neighbor next door! This is when you … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Leaf blower

Is Petrol Lawnmower Better For You?

October 8, 2022August 28, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Is Petrol Lawnmower Better For You?

The petrol lawnmowers can be great machines. It is often the best choice when it comes to a mower that does the job well. Is a petrol lawnmower better or … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

Is a Leaf Blower Worth the Investment?

April 12, 2024July 20, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Is a leaf blower worth the investment

On average, Brits forked out £670 on garden upgrades in 2021. The nation reignited an enduring love for gardening amongst pandemic restrictions and more time due to many working from … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Leaf blower

Make Paper Plant Pots Using This DIY Guide

August 9, 2022April 22, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Paper Plant Pots

Not only is it eco-friendly but you will also save money by making your own paper pots. The newspaper pots can be used for half-hardy annuals such as cosmos, antirrhinum … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

How To Lay A Garden Patio The Right Way

August 9, 2022April 17, 2022 by Real Men Sow
lay garden patio

Lay a patio now and you’ll enjoy the benefits each time you’re out in the garden. It’s not a difficult job, so put aside a weekend and you’ll soon be … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

Japanese Gardening Tools To Have And How To Use Them

August 9, 2022April 7, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Japanese garden

Japanese gardening tools are well-known for their precision and quality. They can be an excellent addition to any gardening toolkit. There are many useful, but not immediately identifiable garden tools … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

The Best Bulb Planters To Grow Your Garden

April 8, 2024March 15, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Bulb Planter

You can use a bulb planter to add bulbs to your plants to bring spring and summer interest. They can be handheld or long-handled bulb planters with a hollow tapered … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

How To Make Fat Balls For Birds? | Fun Gardening

June 13, 2022March 12, 2022 by Real Men Sow
fat balls for birds on tree

Birds love fat-rich energy balls. These fat balls attract birds and provide them with all the calories they need to survive winter nights and days. They can be bought in … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

Lawn Edging With Bricks – A Simple Step-by-Step Process

June 13, 2022March 12, 2022 by Real Men Sow
lawn edging with brick

Brick edging helps to keep lawn edges in place, which reduces labour and adds a crisp look. Bricks can also develop a weathered appearance over time. The overall effect of … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

How To Install A Bird Box Camera In Your Garden

April 5, 2024March 6, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Bird Box Camera

It is wonderful to know that birds use your nest box for raising their families. Once you’ve attracted birds to your garden, you can watch them with miniature surveillance cameras. … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Wildlife

Get Rid Of Black Fly On Plants (Updated 2024)

April 15, 2024March 1, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Black Fly On green leaf

Are small black flies in your compost and hovering over your house plants? These are the fungus gnats also known as sciarid flies or house plant flies. After my 2012 … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Tools, Watering

LED Planter Lights For Indoor Plants And Seedlings

May 20, 2022February 19, 2022 by Real Men Sow
led light planter indoors

Indoor lighting is in high demand, not from gardeners, but from hydroponics, climate-controlled agriculture, and the cannabis industry. Full sun plants such as tomatoes, lettuce, basil, and cannabis are grown … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

Guide To Tin Can Bug Hotel To Host Useful Insects

May 20, 2022February 18, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Can Bug Hotel

All gardens have a vital role for useful insects. These insects are essential to gardeners’ jobs, as they help us avoid pests and pollinate our crops. You can make it … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

How To Clear An Overgrown Garden Organically

May 20, 2022February 18, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Overgrown Garden

Over the years, areas that are left alone will soon be invaded by an assortment of invasive plants. These included poison ivy and privet, as well as many tree seedlings. … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

How To Care & Oil Wooden Handles For Garden Tools

April 5, 2024February 15, 2022 by Real Men Sow
wooden handled garden tools

Winter is the rest of the season for gardeners, and garden tools need a little extra care before being discarded. Cleaning and oiling wooden handles for garden tools, from spades … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

10 Ways To Reuse Plastic Bottles In The Garden

February 15, 2022February 7, 2022 by Real Men Sow
plastic bottle in garden

Got some plastic bottles but unsure what to do with them? These accumulated plastic things can come in handy in the garden so don’t you throw them away! Instead of … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

Making Cold Frames For Plant Seeding

April 8, 2024February 2, 2022 by Real Men Sow
open cold frames

The gardener’s essential toolkit includes cold frames. They can be used to plant seedlings in the spring, carry on vegetable cropping well into winter, and to harden tender plants. They … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

How To Use A Cold Frame And Why Should You Get One Now?

April 11, 2024February 2, 2022 by Real Men Sow
open cold frames with plants

Cold frames have many uses that you can take advantage of if you’re planning to start a garden. The following are the uses of cold frame: How Should You Use … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

How Do Stump Grinders Work For Best Efficiency

February 15, 2022January 28, 2022 by Real Men Sow
stump grinder

Our arborists will also assess the stump for grinding when preparing a proposal to remove a tree. Although stump grinding is not always necessary for every tree, many people prefer … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Weeds

Brush Artificial Grass For Best Maintenance

April 16, 2024January 27, 2022 by Real Men Sow
maintain artificial grass

Artificial grass can be completely maintained, you may have heard but this is not true. Any item that is outdoors, exposed to the elements, and is used frequently will require … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

How To Make A Bird Table The Right Way

April 15, 2024January 24, 2022 by Real Men Sow
blue bird table

There are a few things to consider before starting to gather materials and tools in creating a bird table. How Big Should Be The Bird Table? Bird tables are measured … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

When To Aerate Lawn In The UK

February 15, 2022January 20, 2022 by Real Men Sow
aerator lawn

Are you ready to get serious with your lawn management? Lawn aeration is a critical step to ensure your garden to thrive! Timing and methods are an important part of … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Planning, Garden Tools

What Type Of Fence Is The Best? Fencing Types & Styles

February 15, 2022January 19, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Different Fence Types And Styles

It can be difficult to choose the right fence style and type. Each has its own advantages depending on its intended use. This page will help you make informed decisions … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Tools

Is It Safe To Drink From A Garden Hose? Here’s What You Need To Know

April 11, 2024January 18, 2022 by Real Men Sow
Is It Safe To Drink From A Garden Hose Here’s What You Need To Know

Chemicals make drinking from garden hoses quite unsafe. Many garden hoses are contaminated with harmful substances such as bromine, phthalates, and BPA. Some specialty hoses can be used to make … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Hoes, Garden Tools

How To Establish Good Garden Drainage For Ultimate Growth

February 15, 2022January 18, 2022 by Real Men Sow
drained soil

For garden maintenance and care, good garden drainage is essential. Water management as a natural resource is important to save money and maintain your garden, lawn, and landscaping. You must … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Hoes

Are Expandable Garden Hoses Worth It?

February 15, 2022January 17, 2022 by Real Men Sow

Expandable garden hoses are a great thing. It was not without its kinks, as with all new technologies. There were also many cheap, fly-by-night companies to help. It’s much better … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Hoes, Garden Tools

How Do Leaf Blowers Work? Note This!

April 12, 2024January 12, 2022 by Real Men Sow
husqvarna leaf blower

A leaf blower is a great friend for gardeners in autumn. It’s a quick and easy way to move and collect leaves and other garden debris as the weather turns … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

Why Doesn’t Your Leaf Blower Start?

April 12, 2024January 12, 2022 by Real Men Sow
leaf blower and rake

This is a common tale, and you might have even experienced it yourself. As the leaves change colors, you watch and know that your petrol leaf blower can help you … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Tools

Leaf Blowers vs Leaf Vacuums: What To Choose And Why?

April 11, 2024January 11, 2022 by Real Men Sow
autumn leaf

Homesteaders have to decide between a leaf blowers vs leaf vacuums. Although they serve similar functions, there are subtle differences in the features and modifications that can make a huge … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Tools

Where Are Leaf Blowers Illegal? (Or Banned?)

April 11, 2024January 11, 2022 by Real Men Sow
leaf blowers illegal

Are leaf blowers illegal? How can such a useful machine be banned when it can clean up your yard? Well, even though it’s a fun machine to use in your … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Tools

How To Maintain And Care For Gardening Tools?

February 15, 2022December 20, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Gardening Tools: Maintenance and Care

High-quality gardening tools will last for many years but must be maintained and cared for regularly. You simply throw away your old bargain-priced tools once they wear out instead of … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

Lawn Tools You Must Have For Ultimate Garden Care

April 16, 2024December 19, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Tools You'll Need for Lawn Maintenance

When we see the neighbor’s grass is always greener, look into their lawn tools first. Those neighbors probably got all the necessary garden lawn care tools they need for their … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

Should You Hire A Rotavator & A Gardener?

April 5, 2024December 14, 2021 by Real Men Sow
rotavating garden

Break, cultivate, till, and plant! What would you need to achieve great results in your garden soil? A great rotavator machine. Now, there are plenty of options to get around … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Rotavator

6 Best Rotavator Products to Cultivate Gardens & Buyer’s Guide (UK)

April 15, 2024December 13, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Best Rotavator Products to Cultivate Gardens

6 Best Rotavators to Cultivate Gardens: A Product Review & Buyer’s Guide (UK) Table of Contents Rotavators are one of the greatest investments for serious gardeners. This equipment is like … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Rotavator

What to Consider When Buying Greenhouse Heaters

April 5, 2024December 9, 2021 by Real Men Sow
greenhouse light shines through

Having a greenhouse is great for growing vegetables and fruits organically, plus, it is a great activity to do gardening! Winters and autumns are quite cold though and keeping warmth … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Greenhouse

7 Best Fox Repellent Product Reviews To Keep Foxes Away

October 26, 2022December 8, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Best Fox Repellent Product

7 Best Fox Repellent Products To Keep Foxes Away & An Effective Buying Guide (UK) 2022 ? Foxes tend to roam around the urban areas, so it’s not surprising to … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

8 Best Petrol Leaf Blower Reviews For Clean Gardens

April 11, 2024December 7, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Best Petrol Leaf Blower

8 Best Petrol Leaf Blower Product ReviewsFor Clean Gardens (UK) – Buyer’s Guide There is a wide array of leaf blowers out in the market today. All of which caters … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

7 Best Expandable Hose Reviewed With Buyers Guide 2024 (UK)

April 5, 2024December 7, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Best Expandable Hose

7 Best Expandable Hose Reviewed With Buyers Guide 2022 (UK) Expandable hoses are the new “it” trend in garden hoses. These hoses are worth their price since they offer the … Read more

Categories Garden Hoes, Garden Tools

What’s The Difference Between Tillers vs Cultivators? Gardening Terms Resolved

January 11, 2022December 6, 2021 by Real Men Sow
garden tiller

Garden tiller or cultivator? These terms are often used interchangeably by garden professionals. However, tillers and cultivators have very distinct jobs. We have a simple explanation of the roles of … Read more

Categories Garden Tools

Lawn Scarifier: What is it and How to use it ?

April 5, 2024November 28, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Lawn Scarifier What is it and How to use it

Neglecting to scarify your lawn or keeping up with other maintenance tasks can have devastating consequences. Dead grass cuttings and moss can clog the soil’s ability to drain rainwater. Your … Read more

Categories Garden Rakes, Garden Tools

Guide To Rotavate Your Garden & Use A Rotavator: Everything You Need To Know

April 5, 2024November 24, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Rotivator-turning-soil-to-prepare-veg-patch

Rotavators are powerful gardening machines that can be used in all types of gardens. They break down, churn, and aerate the soil before planting seeds, bulbs, or laying turf. Rotavators … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Rotavator

How To Rotavate Garden The Right Way?

April 5, 2024November 21, 2021 by Real Men Sow
red-garden-rotavator

There are many specialized tools that you can use to make your garden look professional while being efficient and cost-effective when you use horticultural equipment. This post will guide you … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Rotavator, Secateurs

How To Level A Garden Without A Digger: Best Practices

April 9, 2024November 17, 2021 by Real Men Sow
garden fork in the soil

Anything is possible if you are willing to put your mind to it. You can level your garden with the tools you already have and some hard work even if … Read more

Categories Garden, Garden Tools

9 Essential Garden Tools That You Must Have

April 10, 2024November 4, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Essential Garden Tools That You’ll Need

Are you ready to upgrade your garden? Are you full of ideas to make your garden beautiful and outstanding? You will need essential garden tools to make your gardening project … Read more

Categories Forks, Garden Hoes, Garden Rakes, Garden Tools, Garden Trimmers, Hand Trowels, Secateurs, Wheelbarrows

How To Use A Pond Heater for Fish Pond During Winter

January 4, 2022October 29, 2021 by Real Men Sow
When Should You Consider Heating Up Your Outdoor Fish Pond

Protecting your fish pond is important during the wintertime. Investing in a practical pond heater is a great start to watch out for your pond.  It’s best to heat up … Read more

Categories Garden Planning, Garden Tools

Quality Hand Forks For Planting, Weeding & Loosening Soil

October 31, 2022April 5, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Quality Hand Forks For Planting

Quality Hand Forks For Planting, Weeding & Loosening Soil Premium Planters Weed Fork Classic Flower Fork GARDENA Solid Planters Weed Fork Fiskars The Best Garden Hand Forks Are you looking … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Hand Trowels

Best Garden Secateurs For Pruning, Cutting & Dead-Heading

November 1, 2022March 30, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Best Garden Secateurs For Pruning

Best Garden Secateurs For Pruning, Cutting & Dead-Heading Spear and Jackson 6 Razorsharp Gonicc 8″ Professional Fiskars PowerGear Garden Shears The Best Garden Secateurs Whether it’s cutting back on overgrown … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Secateurs

Affordable Hand Trowels Great For Planting & Digging

October 31, 2022March 26, 2021 by Real Men Sow
Affordable Hand Trowels

Affordable Hand Trowels Great for Planting & Diggig Spear & Jackson​ Fiskars GARDENA The Best Hand Trowels Are you looking for a comfortable, rust resistant hand trowel you can use … Read more

Categories Garden Tools, Hand Trowels

10 Garden Rakes for Easy Leaf Raking & Garden Clearing

April 4, 2024March 8, 2021 by Real Men Sow
10 Garden Rakes for Easy Leaf Raking

The 10 Best Garden Spades (Review) 2021 Spear & Jackson 2155NS Select Carbon Steel Flexo Lawn Rake Spear and Jackson Plastic Leaf Grabber​ Draper 21862 190-570 mm-Spread Adjustable Lawn Rake … Read more

Categories Garden Rakes, Garden Tools
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