We all know somebody who loves to garden, normally it's a relative, possibly a good friend; maybe it's even yourself. The $64,000 question is though, when it comes round to giving your gardener the perfect gift, what do they really want? Well, the list below is designed to suit all types of budget, so no matter the reason, whether it's just to say "Happy Christmas", "Thank-you" or "You"re the Greatest Mum Ever' you'll bound to find a gift that will make them happy.
Sit Down Mower
: Perfect for the gardener whose lawn is on the large side, or maybe even someone who needs a little less strain in their life. Sit Down Mowers (Lawn Tractors) are easy to manoeuvre, simple to drive and nowadays come fitted with automatic mulching and bagging functions. Sheer perfection for the larger lawn. Garden Magazine Subscription:
What could be better than a gift that keeps giving for an entire year? Simply buy an annual subscription of your gardener's favourite gardening magazine and have it delivered to them regularly by post. Every time they receive a copy it's bound to bring a smile to their face.Electric Garden Loppers:
How many times is there a branch in the garden that just seems just too big to cut? Well now, thanks to the new breed of electric garden loppers, those days can be consigned to the compost bin of history. Simply put - they're a hybrid of garden shears and a lightweight chainsaw and are guaranteed to make light work of even the sturdiest branch.Compost Bin:
Now you can be a friend to the environment and save money at the same time by making your own compost. Essential for every good-looking garden!Greenhouse:
Every serious gardener needs a place to germinate their seeds or grow those exotic blooms and a greenhouse may not be as big or expensive as you first thought. Nowadays there's a whole range that extends from window box size to the more conventional corner of the garden variety.Water Feature:
The gentle sound of tumbling water is a bonus feature in any garden. And with the myriad of electric and solar powered fountains that are now available there's never been a better time to enjoy their relaxing effect (Please remember though, water features are a hazard where small children play). Seeds:
There's nothing more rewarding than growing your own flowers and shrubs from just a handful of seeds. Why not tape a couple of packets to a trowel or kneeler and give your gardener the gift that will grow.Leaf Shredder:
It's compact, it's useful and it's kind to the environment! Once you've used a leaf shredder you'll wonder how you ever lived without one. Designed to shred those endless autumn leaves into an environmentally friendly mulch. You'll be surprised at how many shredded leaves you can fit into a single gardening sack..Garden Centre Voucher:
Take the disappointment out of buying an unwanted gift and buy a gardening gift voucher. Your gardener will be delighted to buy the gift they want. Garden Hammock:
The garden's beautiful, the sun's shining and you deserve a well-earned rest. What gardener could resist relaxing in a perfect garden hammock that not only looks good but feels great too.
