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New Garden Products
Tested and reviewed by Fred-in-the-shed
Updated 14th May 2013
(click here for
new DIY products)
Apple Wizard collector for
fallen apples
Bosch Keo Cordless pruning saw
RainPerfect Solar powered water
butt Pump
Fiskars weeder
- as seen on TV!- new Telescopic Version!
New Hotbin Composter
Just in For Testing
Bosch Keo Cordless pruning saw

use for pruning

sawing logs
This superb little saw is lightweight yet surprisingly powerful thanks
to its 10.8v Li-ion battery and clever gearing.
I have used it extensively to prune tress and to cut up old branches and
building timber for my wood burning stove.
A range of blades are available for different materials and I am
particularly impressed with the metal hacksaw blade.
There are a couple of things I don't like about it , firstly the battery
is built in and secondly the connector to charge it is hard to insert.
If you can live with these 2 small issues then it is a very useful tool
and one I will be using a lot myself even though I have larger, more
powerful reciprocating saws.
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Under testing- Wheelbarrow
Booster
as seen on Dragons Den
This simple and cheap product is so useful and
can save you lots of effort if you are moving large amounts of
material by wheelbarrow. It is made from
strong polypropelyne with an elasticated bottom that is designed
to fit a wide range of wheelbarrow size.
Easy to fit and very effective for lighter bulky material. It
can be taken off and stored separately when not required.
At around £12-£13 this clever British invention is a must
have for every wheelbarrow owner!
click here to buy from a Fredshed partner site |

Boost capacity

Under testing in the Fredshed garden
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Latest model cordless hedge trimmers
-currently being tested
New Bosch 10.8v model !
New for 2013 this lightweight battery powered hedge trimmer uses a
compact 10.8v li-ion battery.
The same battery is used in on other Bosch powertools and combined with
the quality blade and anti-stall
electronics, it makes this model ideal for smaller well kept hedges.
total weight with battery 1.9KG
Other Bosch Tools that use the same battery & charger
Available without battery,or with battery & charger.
The PMF uses the same battery and has a sander attachment.
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Bosch AHS 35 -15 LI
Bosch hedge trimmers have 2 electronic
features that set them apart from other brands
1 - anti -stall - the blade automatically
reverses whenever it gets stuck
2 cell protection charging - helps prevent
battery degradation.
The anti stall feature enables the Bosch hedge
trimmers to outperform more powerful models from other
manufacturers as the power is not wasted as much on jamming up.
Also I have found that the actual cutting
blades on Bosch hedge trimmers are very sharp AND durable.
Other brands I have tested have been as good
at the start of the test but not lasted as well.
All Bosch cordless hedgetrimmers are being
replaced with models with Li-Ion batteries and the anti-stall
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Long reach -Petrol Powered Hedge Trimmers
vs Battery Powered Hedge Trimmers
I am currently testing this new 26cc 2 stroke
powered hedge trimmer from GardenCare.
Even a small engine like this will provide much
more cutting power than the largest battery powered machines.
The overall weight of the Gardencare is 6KG which
is 2kg more than the 24v Flymo sabre and the 18v Black& Decker.
However when comparing long reach hedgetrimmers it
is important to compare the balance of the weight as well.
The long reach lectric hedgetrimmers tend to be
top heavy as they have the motor close to the blade and this can
make them very tiring to use.
More info coming soon- mail me if you need help
deciding between petrol or battery powered tools.
Coming Soon
Long reach -Petrol Powered Multi Tools
Hedge Trimmer, Grass Trimmer, Brush Cutter and Tree Pruner

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The Garden Care 26cc long reach hedge trimmer
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NEW STYLE COMPOSTER, WITH
SUPER INSULATION
CREATES HEAT FOR SUPER FAST COMPOSTING
The hotbox, compost bin
is a new design that speeds up composting by concentrating the heat from the
decomposing food and plant material .
It is constructed of thick black
Polystyrene that absorbs the suns energy and superheats the material
inside. There is a thermometer built into the lid to allow you to
monitor the heat levels.
I am currently testing the Hotbox
composter and am amazed at hot quickly the material rots down to
allow you to add more and more. I keep the bin full to the top and
have inserted a mixture of food waste, hedge and lawn trimmings,
weeds and other plant material.
Over the last 11 years of running
Fredshed I have tested many weird and wonderful compost bin and so far
this is the best performer.
As I like to undertake long term testing
and take into account the durability of products I will be updating the
feature annually to show you my results.

Latest news! I have superb compost!
Buy Hotbin Composter from a Fredshed Partner
Check price of the Hotbin composter with another Fredshed partner site
Click to see other more traditional composting bins
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Setting up my Hotbin
After 6 months use I am impressed with the performance of the Hotbin.
It has taken mountains of mixed material
I found a bit of lawn clippings mixed in now and again helps keep it
hot.
The resulting compost is very good and easy to get at.
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Fiskars Launch Hi Tech
Weed Puller (but is it
any good?) If you watch TV then you
probably will have seen the advertisement for this new wonder tool
to make weeding easier than ever. As part of my work I have been
testing weeding gadgets over the last 20 years and have tried dozens
of them.
The important thing to realise about weed pulling
gadgets is that there are many different types and sizes of weeds
and none of the gadgets can cope with them all. Another reason for
this is that weeds will be located in different soil types or even
lawns. Compared to most of the ones I have tested i
can say the Fiskars weed puller is pretty good at pulling out the
larger weeds. It is made from very tough but light fibrecomp material
and requires that you have reasonable eyesight and hand eye
co-ordination so that you can locate the jaws of the tool around the
weed. Once located you press down with your foot and lever the
handle backwards to remove the weed.
The tool is described as a lawn weed puller but I
found it to equally useful on soil. Wherever you use it remember
that a large weed will leave a large hole so have some soil ready to
fill in if it is your lawn.
use the links in the boxes below to find out more
New for 2013 - Telescopic version!
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I tested the Fiskars lawn weed puller on soil and
lawns It is great for the larger , deep rooted
weeds. (It is also fun and a bit addictive to use)
The new telescopic version has another added improvement in the D
handle.
This makes the tool easier to push into the ground.
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Fiskars Launch New range of Hi Tech Axes
My favourite tool designer Markus Paloheimo has done it again and taken
traditional tools and improved them with the use of new materials.
These 5 "next generation" axes use the best , specialised
German axe steel combined with fibrecomp handles.
Fibrecomp has been tried and tested by Fiskars in many
tools including the Golden Shed award winning Universal Cutter. I have used
fibrecomp tools since their inception 5 years ago and can testify to its
strength , durability and extreme lightweight.
The little X5 camping axe shown opposite is easily the
best axe I have used for chopping kindling. It even beats my previous
favourite the handy bush hook!
There are 5 axes in the range, 3 designed for chopping and
2 designed for splitting.
use the links in the boxes below to find out more
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I love this little axe. It's small size and light weight makes it
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18v
cordless chainsaws

Click here to see my special page dedicated to
cordless chainsaws
Click link below to see my new page on
Solar Garden Lights

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New Lightweight tool for picking up apples without bending!
If you have fallen apples and want a fast and easy way to collect them then
this UK made tool is ideal.
It works like magic and I just love using it. The flexible stainless steel
cage just gently opens and the apples roll in.
Makes a superb present for anyone with apple trees and will pay for itself
if you can eat or store your apples faster.
This is a top quality product and the UK manufacturer offers a repair
service should you need it.
Use the link opposite to purchase
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Apple collecting tool - link below
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Best Cordless Hedge trimmers -
New Bosch Models with Li-ion Batteries
Bosch AHS 48 Li and AHS 52 Li

Cordless hedge trimmers are
great tools and have significant safety and convenience advantages over
corded tools. However hedge-trimmers "take a lot of stick" and need a
lot of power, which is hard to supply from a small battery - until now -
with the new Lithium Ion Batteries
If you want a cordless hedge trimmer for thicker, or less well
kept hedges the new Bosch models are best and will cut up to 15mm
thick stems.
There are 2
18v versions, both with the incredibly light and powerful Li-ion
batteries. The AHS 48 Li has a 48cm blade and weights a mere 2.2kg
whilst the longer bladed AHS52 Li weighs 2.3kg and has a run time of
approx 40 minutes depending on the thickness of the hedge you are
cutting.
This is enough time to get a fair amount of hedge trimmed.
Recharge time for the Li-ion battery is around 3 hours.
Latest
Cordless Hedge trimmer
- Bosch AHS 54 -20 Li with 36v battery!
This hedge trimmer is the first of a new breed of
garden tools powered by high powered batteries designed to offer a
serious alternative to mains electric and even petrol machinery.
As the laws on fuel immersions tighten up we will see
more battery powered mowers, trimmers and chainsaws appearing. Bosch
have made a head start in this with a range of all 3 of the above
mentioned tools that are powered by one, interchangeable 36v Lithium ion
battery.
I have used this battery for around 4 years in a mower
and it is impressive. This new hedgetrimmer has the usual top quality
Bosch blades and combined with the innovative battery it really is a
tool I rate highly. When used to cut my larger bay tree is actually cut
through branches i would usually use secateurs or loppers on!
With the battery fitted it is quite a large and heavy
tool so this is not one for old ladies, feeble men and anyone with a
back problem etc,
Sadly , although the Bosch aHS54-20 Li is an brilliant
product Bosch refuse to sell it alone without batteries so anyone who
already owns Bosch 36v kit will find this expensive to buy.
Check Price of Bosch 36v hedgetrimmer at Tooled Up
click here for more details on the latest and best cordless electric
hedge trimmers
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(use links below for the longer Bosch 52 Li)
check price of Bosch AHS52Li at B&Q
click here for more details on the latest and best cordless electric
hedge trimmers

The Bosch 36v cordless hedge trimmer cut through this branch on my
Bay tree!

This is a heavy duty hedge trimmer that will be able to replace
petrol models for some people who have large hedges,
There are now 3 sizes of Bosch cordless hedge trimmer using
Li-ion batteries
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CURRENTLY UNDER
TESTING
August 2011

18v Cordless hedge
trimmer

18v cordless
grass trimmer

both with Li-ion
Batteries
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sold individually with batteries, naked, or as a pair
The CEL 18 v garden tools are all powered by
a 1.2ah Li-ion battery that also powers the CEL Power 8 workstation
as seen on the Dragons Den.
sold individually with batteries,
naked, (no batteries or charger)
or as a pair with 1 battery and fast 1 hour charger
From my initial tests the tools function well and I particularly
like the lights on the battery that tell you how much charge you
have left. (approximately)
The grass trimmer has a wheel but unlike other grass trimmers with
wheels this one can only be used when trimming edges.
It uses a single nylon line on a spool so is more suitable for
trimming up to walls than the plastic bladed trimmers
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NEW PRODUCT FOR 2011
FISKARS MOMENTUM PUSH MOWER
This new mower invented by my tools design Guru Marcus in Finland is the
most advanced push mower yet.
It has a wider cut than previous push (or reel mowers) and unlike all of
those that have gone before it can cut right to the edge.
The best feature of the Fiskars momentum is how easy it is too push and
also that it can cut long grass!
Another good feature is that the handles are height adjustable and also
can be quickly removed for easy storage.
I am currently testing the Fiskars Momentum for a second season and am very impressed.
As it is quite a large mower it is more suitable for medium to large size
lawns with a simple layout as it has a large turning circle.
There is now grass box, available as an optional extra.
The mower is quite expensive but is superb quality and will save you a
fortune at the Gym!
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The RainPerfect
Solar Powered Water Butt Pump
This new invention arrived at my shed at the
end of October and is undergoing tests in the Fredshed
garden.
From initial inspection it appears to be very
well made with strong plastic mouldings, a large solar panel and
excellent connectors.
The unit containing the 12v rechargeable
batteries sits on the top of your water barrel and a hose drops
down inside.
To install the RainPerfect all you need to do
is cut a 2 inch hole in the lid of your barrel, screw down the
unit and then fit the solar panel to a nearby sunny wall.
The on/off button is located on top of the
green unit which also houses the Hozelock style connector for
your pipe.
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The solar panel and 12v battery produced a good rate of flow
through a standard hosepipe.
It has an on/off switch and indicator lights to tell you the
level of charge in the battery pack.
The unit needs to be taken in and stored during the winter as
freezing water would damage the pump.
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Formula 1 Garden Loppers!
Best Garden Loppers?
Carbon fibre handles & Swiss Engineering
My favourite loppers for many years have been my Wolf telescopic
ones. Now Felco of Switzerland have bought out these state of the
art, carbon fibre handled, bypass loppers and I am very impressed.
The blades are made from precision ground, top quality steel
and this tool has the sort of engineering usually seen in Formula
One cars.
The carbon fibre handles make these medium size (24 inches long)
loppers extremely light but very strong.
At around £115 you would expect superb cutting performance and this
is what you get, plus a design statement too. If you can afford it
and enjoy having the best then you wont be disappointed. Or if you
want to buy a special gift for a a special gardener then these
loppers have to be the ultimate gardening gift!
click to buy from a Fredshed recommended retailer
German Made Lowe Loppers
Rolcut was a well known brand in the UK
the tool design was from a German company called Lowe who had
patented the first anvil pruner in 1923. My Dad's old Rolcut
secateurs were very well used (and abused) but always provided good
service. The all metal design and anvil blade made them the toughest
pruner available and they were the choice of many professionals and
enthusiasts.
Well Lowe pruning tools are now back in the UK and
I have been testing some of them with my team.
All of the tools performed well and are a similar
quality to Felco. Spare parts are stocked in the UK and easily
available.
Sadly the Lowe parts do not fit the old Rolcut
tools and Rolcut as a company is no more.
The Lowe loppers have
polished oval shaped aluminium handles and are a total joy to use.
The cutting power and quality is top class and priced at around £80-
£90 they are better value than the Felco model shown above.
Bypass lopper
Lowe 21.065 approx £84
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Felco Model 210C

Carbon fibre handles German
Made Lowe Loppers

Superb Quality Loppers
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Haxnicks Soft Tie- New Easy to use plant tie
We all need to tie in our plants at some time but
what we don't need on a cold day is fiddling around with a skinny bit
of plastic coated wire.
This new plant tie is a strong wire coated in a
thick but flexible rubbery material that makes it easy to manipulate
and also protects delicate plants. Also as the tie is larger and
more durable you are more likely to use it again - and again.
I really like
this product which will be especially useful for gardeners with
arthritis and people with fingers like sausages.
The soft spongy coated wire is also gentle on your
plants.
Soft tie is available in a range of widths and
lengths and in brown or green.
click to buy Haxnicks soft tie
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Gentle on plants - gentle on fingers.

Available in green or brown, thick or thin.
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grass trimmers are
not my favourite tools, I hate the spools and the cordless ones used to
lack power, this has been improved-
with the new Lithium Ion Batteries
click here for
my page on the latest and best cordless grass trimmers

Latest model cordless grass trimmers
Bosch models - currently being tested
My preference for trimming grass is ....
Battery Powered Electric Grass
Shears For light trimming
work on grass I much prefer these to nylon line trimmers as the blades
last years and cut very accurately. Also you don't have to frequently
buy any annoying spools or nylon line!
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A new breakthrough in powered
garden tools, this lightweight grass shear and shrub trimmer has
Lithium Ion batteries for power and durability.
Lithium ion batteries are also
more environmentally friendly than Nicads or Nimh batteries.
The Bosch
Isio
is similar to the Award winning and now obsolete Wolf trimmer but it is smaller, lighter and
cheaper.
The Isio is available in the standard hand version for about £38 but can also be
converted to a shrub cutter and or be extended with a telescopic handle.
The telescopic handle (with wheels) makes the Isio a fantastic tools for
trimming lawn edges and can be used flat or on its side.
Use my links below to find the best deal, which is usually the 2 bladed kit with
the handle included.

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Isio battery powered grass shear

Isio grass shears with optional telescopic handle.
This is great for the top of lawn edges but not so good on the sides
- (see wolf accu shears for this job)
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Grass and shrub
trimming!
The Bosch ISIO can be converted from a grass shear
to a small shrub trimmer in seconds and is surprisingly efficient.
I also like the drop in charger base and metal tin that the tool
comes in. Running time is very good thanks to the Li-ion batteries
and I get 20 minutes use which included some woody shrub material.
The softer the material you cut the longer the battery will last
between re-charges.
Isio spare blades are reasonably priced |
2 Tools in 1
Convert your Isio to a Shrub
trimmer!

However the new Isio has the unique anti stall
electronics that now cut better than the more powerful and expensive
Wolf shears.
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The Spork is
back!
Rob Todd Organic Tools
A new , robust range of tools
from this truly innovative British inventor and Golden Shed award
winner.
The new Spork range has wooden
handles and a more rustic finish than the original stainless steel Sporks. They are now hand made in Holland
by my friend Derek Dewit
This is an exclusive and
effective tool that is a joy to use and will be cherished by
gardeners for years to come.
The Spork garden tool is a hybrid that
successfully combines many of the benefits of a fork and spade. The Spork
has been extensively tried and tested and has a large following
amongst keen gardeners.
The new range of Spork garden tools are stronger and are hand
made in Holland by the DeWit family. The range is more extensive and
now known as Robert Todd Organic tools.
There are 6 tools in the range The large
size, hand made garden spork has a European style T handle and makes
a superb present for the serious gardener.
In 2003 I gave Robert Todd a coveted Golden Shed
award for his Spork Invention. The new range are even better and
handmade by the worlds finest garden tool makers.
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The new large size digging Spork
with 90cm ash shaft and T handle
head size 247mm * 155mm wide
guide price £65
Buy the large, T handled digging Spork from Fred's recommended supplierg(74608)a(1114853))
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Figo- New easy way to connect canes
for frames and wigwams.
This new product from a lady inventor enables you
to connect a wide range of diameter of cane ( or branch)
The soft and flexible rubber fits tightly to hold
the canes together to save you time and effort, use again year after
year.
There are 2 models of Figo, for 3 or 4 cane
connection, available in packs of 10.
There has been a similar product around that does
the same job but its use was limited to canes of certain diameters.
New product and the cheaper old style for same size cane
diameters
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This is the flexible Figo connector for 3 canes
The 4 cane version is designed to make square or rectangular frames.
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If you found my site helpful or want to to buy tools
or other products online please use the searchbox or links below as any
purchases will create a small commission that helps fund my site and
work. Thank you.
Sneeboer Tools from Holland
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Craftsman made Stainless Steel Digging Tools
As the British garden tool manufacturers have
dwindled down and disappeared the Chinese manufacturers have taken
over and sold us lots of shiny tools that look good but just don't
last.( There are a few exceptions)
These new tools from an old Dutch manufacturer
called Sneeboer fill the gap as they are made from the finest steel
and wood by a family of craftsmen with tools in their blood.
When you pick up Sneeboer tool you know this
is the real Mcoy and will treasure it and take pride in the work you
do with.
Sneeboer tools are now available in the UK and the
range is enormous, there is a tool for every job. Jaap Sneeboer even
made one for me some years back!
These tools are not cheap, but neither is a
Bentley and they are real enthusiasts and professionals tools. They
also make wonderful presents.
The spade shown right is quite chunky
tool but Sneeboer also have smaller and lightweight ladies forks,
spades and hoes.
See the Sneeboer Stainless Steel Transplanting Spade
see the Sneeboer Ladies Spade
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Ground Breaking
News
The obsolete
Wolf Terrex
Autospade has a replacement from a new company and has been improved!
After many years absence the
incredible autospade has been revived and is available now for UK
delivery
The new version is
available with carbon steel or stainless steel spade head and has
stronger springs.
mail me for details of the
special offer that includes delivery, AND a free carbon
steel fork
head.
Carbon Steel
Spade £96
Stainless Spade
£106
Spares also
available for this and the old original wolf terrex autospade
see my
alternative digging tools page for more info and to buy the new
autospade.
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All spares and parts available for this and the old wolf Terrex
autospade -mail me for details
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Recently Tested
The Husqvarna Automower 220AC
Over the last 10 years I have used various Robomows and
the Mowbot.
In 2010 I will be testing and reviewing the British
made Husqvarna Robot Mower.
The Automower 220 AC is the entry level model and is a
true robot mower as it returns to its charging station and comes out
whenever you want it to.
click
here for my page on cordless and robotic mowers
Coming Soon - Bosch and Flymo Robot Lawnmowers
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Lightweight Trolleys and Tubtrugs
The fredshed recommended and approved Tubtrugs have been a boon to
many gardeners and now their use can be enhanced by this superb little
truck to enable you to easily move material and turn your Tubtrug into
a lightweight alternative to a wheelbarrow. I gave
this sample to my Mum for testing and never got it back so we know this one is a
winner! Sadly they are hard to find but you
sometimes find them at shows such as gardeners world live.
A alternative is the Contico Easy Pull , which is Easy to Pull (strangely) but for my
money is not as versatile as a trug and tubtruck.
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My Mum with her trug and truck |
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Another New product to Kill Slugs and Snails
Best way to kill slugs and snails?
The Slugbell is an attractive little device that
claims to make
more effective use of your slug pellets by hiding them in a wire
basket under a cone.
This stops your slug pellets being degraded by the
rain and weather and also prevents other animals eating them.
However trials by myself and one of my readers
did not go well and the slugs just seem to ignore the pellets and
eat our lettuce! *
Previous to this I experimented with copper
barriers but found that my snails would climb over them for the best
lettuce.
I think copper barriers may work when they are new
and shiny but not when they become weathered and oxidation sets in.
So far I have not found a worthwhile gadget to
prevent snails except slug pellets or physically removing them at
night and killing them.
Night time is the best time to hunt slugs and
snails and after a while you get to know where they hide too.
* I live in Oxford so perhaps I have extra clever
snails!
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Another device to prevent slug damage |
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Prevent Moss and
Mould from Growing on Paths, Walls and Garden Furniture
Never Green Invisible surface Protector - from
Vitec Global Ltd
This new product uses clever biology and
environmentally friendly bacteria to coat surfaces and prevent mould
from growing.
The shady parts of my garden always go green and
black after wet weather and it is a bit of a pain to pressure wash
them all the time.
This year I am testing Never Green Invisible
surface protector and have cleaned up some areas to run a trial.
So far so good, no mould has grown back and it was
very easy to apply with a 5 litre sprayer.
watch this space to see how long it lasts!
Latest news - September 2012 -
7 months lots of rain - no sign of moss or mould!
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Before

After
My drive and wall always go green due to shading from the large
electric gate.
My neighbours brickwork has gone black with mould so I have cleaned
both in Feb 2012 and am running a trial of
Never Green to see how long these surfaces stay clean.
Latest news - September 2012 -
7 months lots of rain - no sign of moss or mould!
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Shredder News
- The Bosch AXT 2000HP and
AXT2200HP.
discontinued!
Replaced by 4 new models
AXT23TC, AXT25TC, AXT22D and AXT25D |
BOSCH SHREDDER NEWS
NEW MODELS
AXT22D AXT25D
AXT 25 TC, AXT 23 TC
These new models are mow widely available I have one
under test - see my shredder page for the latest news.
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Shredder News
- The Bosch AXT180 and AXT200 have been upgraded to NEW BOSCH
AXT2000 RAPID and AXT2200 RAPID
WITH MORE POWER AND
IMPROVED SWISS MADE BLADE
Winner of the
2007 Golden Shed Award
This improved Swiss made blade fits all Bosch
rapid shredders!
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Cut and Hold
Secateur from Felco
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Felco secateurs are the classic tool used by more
professionals than any other Secateur. The tried and tested design
has been around for years and has also been copied more than any
other tool. It is the HIGHEST quality product and all parts can be
replaced if necessary. The classic 100 Secateur has now been
improved with the addition of a cut and hold mechanism that is
especially useful when stretching to deadhead or for general
pruning. Needless to say this mechanism is also indispensable if for
any reason you only have the use of one hand.
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Price approx £45 - Made in
Switzerland
There is a large range to suit your plants and hand size.
Including left handed secateurs
buy
Felco secateurs online from garden4less
(this site has good discounts)
check prices with another Fredshed partner
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Click here to find, plants, trees and shrubs to buy onlineg(74608)a(1114853)) |
The ZERO
Laser Lawnmower
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I saw this prototype in September 2000, no sign of it in the shops
yet! I asked Wolf for a demo but so far they have not turned up at
my house to cut my lawn! Call me a cynic but I'll believe it
when I see it!
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The Zero
is a prototype lawnmower
that Wolf Garden of Germany claim actually works.
The vehicle is a Mercedes "Smart" car convertible with a laser cutting lawnmower
attachment. The story goes......
"With
the laser the speed is restricted to15kmh. The "Siltidry"
laser is totally silent and even dries the cutting before redistributing them in
tiny pieces onto your lawn to act as a nourishing Mulch.
A laser lawnmower makes no noise and has no blades to wear. Also the cut is controlled
by a cctv camera linked to an onboard computer"
This imaginative project
has been undertaken by Wolf Garden Tools of Germany.
(who went bankrupt in 2009
and were bought by a US company) |
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