Gardening tips and advice

Reviews of the best gardening tools and gadgets, plus our expert recommendations on the top fruit and veg varieties to grow.

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The top five garden pests and what to do about them
which.co.uk - By Ceri Thomas
No matter how green-fingered you are, all gardens are affected by pests from time to time. And as much as we’d like to keep our plots creature …
Multi-tools
Should you buy the Lidl 4-in-1 garden power tool?
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Lidl is selling a petrol garden power tool that has four different uses and will be in stores from Sunday 30 June 2019. We took a first look to see …
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Charcoal barbecues beat gas for taste
which.co.uk - By Ceri Thomas
Our tests have revealed that charcoal barbecues cook tastier food than gas models. Our expert chef cooks sausages, chicken thighs and pork kebabs on …
Is the Lidl £149 cordless lawn mower a bargain?
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From 16 June, Lidl is selling a cordless lawn mower for just £149. Most cordless lawn mowers are £200 or more, so can such a cheap one be any good? …
Gardening through the year guides and advice - Which?
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Our Test Labs compare features and prices on a range of products. Try Which? to unlock our reviews. You'll instantly be able to compare our test …
Are the Aldi cordless garden power tools worth buying?
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Aldi are selling a set of garden power tools from 2 May 2019, all designed to use the same batteries. We took a first look to see if investing in …
Is the Aldi £350 kamado barbecue really a bargain?
which.co.uk - By Ceri Thomas
Rival brands of kamado-style barbecues can cost up to around £1,000, but Aldi’s Kamado Egg barbecue is quite a lot cheaper. We took a first look to …
We’ve just found the best gas barbecue of 2019
which.co.uk - By Rebecca Marcus
Gas barbecues are often viewed as the convenient way to barbecue, and for some models this means a compromise on taste. But our latest testing has …
Is this £39.99 lawn mower from Lidl a bargain?
which.co.uk - By Ceri Thomas
If your lawn isn’t big and you don’t want to spend much time and money on keeping the grass trimmed, then you might be wondering if this inexpensive …
Composting
The secret of greenfingers revealed
which.co.uk - By Ceri Thomas
Which? Gardening can reveal that green fingers has nothing to do with luck, it’s down to using a decent compost to sow your seeds in. Every year …
Barbecue
How To Buy The Best Barbecue - Which?
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Want to choose the best barbecue for you? Sign up today and join Which? to access all our expert reviews and Best Buys. Barbecues come in all shapes and …
Should you buy Lidl’s Extendable Hedge Trimmer and Pole Pruner?
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If you have a tall hedge and want to avoid balancing on a ladder to cut it, you might be wondering whether this long-reach hedge trimmer is worth …
How-To's
Grow your own
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We grow and taste every veg variety we recommend so you can sure you'll get great crops of delicious home-grown veg
Should you buy this cheap Flymo electric mower? – Which? News
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If a new electric lawn mower is on your shopping list this year, you might be wondering whether it’s worth splashing out on a premium model, or …
Power Tools
Grass trimmers & strimmer guides and advice - Which?
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Which kind of strimmer will be right for your garden? Should be choose electric, cordless or petrol? Which are the best brands? Everything you need …
How To Buy The Best Leaf Blower - Which?
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There are lots of leaf blowers and leaf blower vacs available, so how do you start narrowing down the options? From the cheap and cheerful to the …
Composting
Choose The Right Compost - Which?
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Choosing the right compost can seem confusing. Read our guide to find out how to pick a compost that will be perfect for your tasks. Our trials test …
Are Stihl’s cordless lawn mowers any good? – Which? News
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If fiddly cables or petrol fumes make mowing a chore, a cordless mower might be just what you’re looking for. Stihl, who used to produce mowers under …
How To Buy The Best Lawn Mower - Which?
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Whether you’re mowing a postage stamp-sized lawn or an acre of grass, we’ll help you choose the best mower for you. This article will explain the pros …
Which? tries out the Gtech cordless leaf blower
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This cordless leaf blower from Gtech is designed with the same style as their lawn mower, strimmer, and hedge trimmer. It has a few great features, …
How To Buy The Best Secateurs - Which?
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Secateurs are the perfect hand tool for pruning and cutting back plants in your garden. They are particularly well-suited to precision cutting for …
How To Buy The Best Chainsaw - Which?
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Want to choose the best chainsaw for you? Sign up today and join Which? to access all our expert reviews and Best Buys. This all depends on what type of …
How To Buy The Best Garden Shredder - Which?
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A garden shredder can save you money on skip hire or numerous trips to the council tip. They're also great for reducing piles of everyday prunings …
How To Buy The Best Pressure Washer - Which?
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As our buying guide video above shows, pressure washers come in many shapes and sizes: from tiny units with a short hose that you have to carry …
Top Five Shed-Buying Tips - Which?
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If you want to choose the best shed for your garden or allotment, this guide will advise you on the top five things you need to consider. Wooden sheds …
How To Buy The Best Hedge Trimmer - Which?
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If you've ever had to cut a hedge with manual shears, you'll know just what a blessing a good hedge trimmer can be. Not only can they save you time …
How To Buy The Best Artificial Grass - Which?
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Most artificial grasses come in rolls that are two or four metres wide. Cost-wise, they work out at anything from £10 to £30 per sq m (on a par with …
Best Buy
Best Buy Mini Greenhouses To Fit Under A Window - Which?
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Looking for a mini greenhouse that will fit under your window? We’ve tested them to find the best. Mini greenhouses go against a wall or fence and can …
Where can you buy the cheapest Christmas tree?
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A Christmas tree is the centrepiece of the season’s festivities, but you don’t have to blow your budget if you want a real one. We’ve rounded up the …