• Gardening & Lawn Care

    The Dramm Garden Soaker Hose Offers A Reliable Irrigation Option

    May 30th, 2018

    Product review of garden soaker hose.

    A beautiful garden not only makes a home aesthetically pleasing to look at but can also add value to a home. Maintaining a garden can be a chore that deters many, especially having to remember to go out and diligently water each and every corner of the garden to ensure everything gets the vital water it needs. Not only is watering an annoying task but it is often a wasteful task that sees much of the water evaporate or runoff before doing much good for the plants and flowers. The Dramm 17020 Premium Soaker Garden Hose takes the time out of watering and prevents wasteful watering as well.

    This garden soaker hose is built solid to provide durable watering for years. The system delivers water droplets directly to the soil so there is no water loss through evaporation or runoff. Best of all there is no need to stand out in the heat meticulously watering every nook and cranny of the garden, simply set the hose out to reach all parts of the garden and turn it on. The soaker garden hose is made of recyclable materials and is designed to use 90% less water than hand watering. Although a few customers have questioned the true soaking ability of the Dramm Soaker Garden Hose, most users found it to be among the best soaker hoses on the market with high output that is efficient to boot.

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    This Organic Weed Killer Destroys Plant Tissue Safely In Hours

    May 15th, 2018

    Small product picture of a organic weed killer review.

    Tired of seeing weeds all over your yard? Prep your outdoor area for the spring and summer with Burnout Weed and Grass Killer from St. Gabriel Organics. Made of clove oil and other food grade ingredients, this formula works better than harsh chemicals and is safe for kids and pets. It’s also gentle on the environment and available in a convenient 32 ounce formula that provides a gallon of cleaning solution. Simply apply the organic weed killer on weeds such as dandelion, pigweed and foxtail, and you’ll see results within 3 hours. The weeds will die off and a second shot of the solution will take the plants out down to the roots.

    The active ingredients are 30% citric acid and 18% clove oil, so you never have to worry about harming animals, kids or the environment; a true advantage compared to other weed killers on the market. Online ratings are positive and consumers love how efficient the organic weed killer works. Best of all, the weed killer takes out the weeds at the roots so that they don’t come back year after year! Some consumers found that the weed killer worked best on young weeds compared to old ones, which still needed to be removed by hand. More importantly, consumers were able to de-weed their yards while allowing their pets and kids to play outdoors. Overall, this is a must-have product to have on-hand that makes it possible to take care of weeds without slowing the family down!

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    The Effective AeroGrow AeroGarden with Gourmet Herb Seed Kit

    May 15th, 2018

    Product display of AeroGrow AeroGarden with Gourmet Herb Seed Kit

    Maybe you have heard of the AeroGarden, it is an intriguing concept for an indoor garden product. It is a great option for those that are apartment dwellers with no patch for a garden space, or those that desire to yield some all-season growing results. This remarkable indoor herb garden is nearly fool-proof and is shipped with excellent user instructions offering a diagram of step-by-step growing process. The AeroGrow AeroGarden with Gourmet Herb Seed Kit will be delivered with pre-seeded planting pods. Each pod is essentially a plastic cup shaped frame with foaming lining the inside of the cup. Why is this important?

    This makes for an ideal and safe growing location for the herb plants. The plant pods simply insert into seven holes in the top of garden’s water tank. The water tank holds about one gallon of drinking water and the garden’s computer chip cycles the water based on the recommended amount for each plant being grown. The top of the garden has two compact lamps have a special ultraviolet (UV) coating that causes the light being emitted to resemble sunlight. The effects are nearly a guaranteed harvest in 28 days and some fresh herbs for the kitchen. Not bad!

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    Toro Electric Leaf Blower Offers Great Power While Being Lightweight

    April 4th, 2018

    Small product picture of an electric leaf blower review.

    Fall is perhaps the most beautiful season in cities and towns across America. Each year millions of trees’ leaves turn from green to a beautiful combination of brown, orange, and red before eventually falling from the trees. The color combination draws residents outside to enjoy breathtaking views and cool fall breezes. However, the leaves never remain on the trees and inevitably end up spread across your lawn. Now the backbreaking task of raking and bagging all those leaves must begin, but it can be made easier with the electric leaf blower. The electric blower from Toro packs good power in a lightweight package.

    It is perfect for clearing leaves and other debris from yards, driveways, and sidewalks. A 2-speed motor provides air flows that can reach up to 160 mph, making it quick and easy to clear debris from your property. Other models available on the market are more expensive than this Toro model, but they also offer other features that this Toro electric leaf blower does not. Most notable among the competition are dual purpose models that blow leaves and switch to suction for easy bagging. Other models also feature greater power. The majority of online reviewers who used the Toro 51585 Power Sweep 7 amp 2-Speed Electric Blower were happy with their purchase, but not everyone was impressed. A small minority noted poor construction and plastic parts that failed after a few uses. Others felt this model was slightly under-powered for their needs. A power leaf blower can be a great time saver when it comes to picking up the beautiful leaves of fall once they have fallen to the ground. However, individuals should carefully consider the scale of the task in front of them. Larger jobs may require a blower that is more powerful than this model.

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    Felco Pruners Offer The Gold Standard Of Hand Pruners

    March 17th, 2018

    Small product picture of felco pruners review.

    When you need to get your landscaping done right, Felco Pruners are the right tools for the job. The preferred choice for landscapers, nursery workers and gardeners, these pruners set the standard for all others. They feature an anvil blade that won’t stick, an easily-adjustable bolt and nut system, as well as a rubber cushion with shock absorbent pad blades. The metal head is strong and durable, and the forged aluminum alloy handles are comfortable to use. With extreme durability and ease of use, it’s no surprise that professionals choose these pruners to keep rosebushes and woody perennials looking their best.

    This is the case with the Felco pruners, as they cost significantly more than other pruners on the market. However, they are of the highest quality and continue to push the limits for what pruners can achieve in the garden in a short amount of time with little fatigue. For those on a budget, the Fiskars Pruners are a great choice and have received fair reviews, especially with their affordable price. They don’t compare to the Felco pruners though, and some customers complained that the pruners weren’t able to cut through thick branches. The Felco pruners have received positive online ratings, and customers agree they are the gold standard for pruners. When it comes to working in the yard, having tools that make landscaping effortless is worth the money.

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    Toro 51599 Ultra Electric Blower Vac Tackles Yard Work With Ease

    February 11th, 2018

    Product display of Toro 51599 Electric Blower Vac

    If you are looking to tackle some big cleanup jobs for the yard, you might want to take a look at the Toro Ultra 3-in-1 Blower, vacuum, and leaf shredder. It can turn yard work into a very efficient process with its convenient quick release latch that lets you convert tools at anytime. This Toro Ultra Blower is powerful – it pumps out 235 mph of air-stream that can dispatch about anything in its path. The unit only comes in about 7.5 pounds and its sleek, ergonomic design allows you to quickly maneuver it around from job to job. The shoulder strap can also drop the bag a little lower on you hip for added comfort.

    If you have owned a gas blower in the past, this Toro electric blower with variable speeds is a lot more quiet and will not require the same kind of maintenance upkeep. The start is instant, no finicky pull cord and don’t worry about combining any gas-oil mixture for filling the tank up. With all these features, you will find that piles of grass clippings, leaves, acorns, and twigs will quickly be reduced to one garbage bag. This Toro 51599 Ultra Variable Speed Electric Blower Vac will quickly become one of your favorite outdoor tools.

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    Never Lose Those Garden Tools With The Fiskars Garden Bucket Caddy

    December 3rd, 2017

    Product display of Fiskars Garden Bucket Caddy

    If you are looking to organize your backyard gardening tools and desire to stop running back and forth to the garage, than you might want to take a look at the Fiskars 9424 Garden Bucket Caddy. The Fiskars garden bucket caddy features clever, durable design to make gardening easier. There are pocket sized locations for all your garden tools including a bulb planter pocket, a well placed wallet packet for seeds, a safe location for your cell phone and a perfect sized pocket for a squeeze spray bottle. You should have no trouble fitting it around a 5 gallon sized bucket. The caddy straps are Velcro and the bucket ribs help the straps keep a good fit.

    None of the compartments are elastic, but there are enough sized pockets that you should be able to find a slot for all your garden tools. A bucket is not included, but a good 5 gallon bucket can easily be found at your local hardware store for a reasonable price. The Fiskars garden bucket caddy will help you focus on trimming, water, planting and admiring your garden, while not having to worry about losing any tools or heading back to garage for more seeds.

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    This Robotic Lawn Mower Is Designed To Mow Entirely By Itself

    December 2nd, 2017

    Small product picture of a robotic lawn mower review.

    Every homeowner knows the back breaking labor that is involved in owning a home. For those with large yards, or any yard, the task of mowing the lawn is an all too familiar pain in the rear. Everyone wants a nice looking home, but maintaining the yard yourself can be a time consuming pain. Imagine if there were a lawn mower that could do all the work for you with the push of a button. Think it is impossible? Think again! The RoboMower robotic lawn mower is here to save you from another summer of sweating while you push your gas mower around the yard. The RoboMower is a electric lawn mower that is capable of mowing up to 10,800 square feet on a single 24 charge.

    The mower has on-board sensors to help avoid obstacles and stays within a predetermined range established by a guideline that comes included with the mower. All you need to do is charge the mower, set up the guides, and press “go”. For those with children around the home, there is no need to worry because the unit comes with a child safety lock to prevent accidents. There are a handful of other robotic lawn mowers available on the market, but many of them cost two times the amount of the RoboMower. The major difference between available robotic mowers is the amount of space they are designed to mow on one charge. While many online reviewers were pleased with this robotic mower, a large number of users found the unit to be unreliable. The biggest complaint from reviewers was the high cost of maintaining their mower as sensors and other expensive equipment did not last long. Only time will tell if the Friendly Robotics electric robotic automower is a big hit, but for many it is likely to be a purchase that provides rewards for years to come.

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