Tools to make the work easier
May 16, 2008
TOOLS
“I never worked a day in my life. It was all fun.” - Henry Ford
Gardening or yard work shouldn’t be work, and with the right tools, it can be pleasurable and rewarding.
We know that good tools don’t make the garden – but they do help the gardener. We’ve had years of experience personally trying different brands and designs. We have learned the painful – and expensive — lessons of having tools that fail, that are nearly impossible to use, or that don’t live up to their price.
We’ve used that expertise to choose for you the top-rated tools on the market. Here you’ll find the most durable, comfortable gloves for every outdoor use, the most efficient clippers and best rakes to keep you working till the last leaf is in the compost heap, and other yard tools to help you have a beautiful yard with a minimum of effort.
As a very wise man once said, “Only a rich man can afford to buy cheap tools.”
Invest once in quality tools and you’ll reap the rewards for a long time to come. Your body will thank you, too!
Beautify your surroundings
May 16, 2008
“If of thy mortal goods thou art bereft, and to thy slender store two loaves alone to thee are left — sell one, and with the dole, buy hyacinths to feed thy soul.” – Moslih Eddin Saadi
The natural beauty of the outdoors is reflected in our decorative selections – useful outdoors or in.
With high style – and high function – containers such as our terrariums or beautiful flower vases, or accents such as the candle lanterns and lights will dress up and beautify any area.
Do you need them?
Likely not. They’re more like presents you buy yourself because no one else might think of these.
Or — hyacinths for the soul.
Fire up the grill!
May 16, 2008
For some, it’s a summer pursuit, but for others, grilling out is a year-round delight – even a passion. Here are the great grills, tools to tweak your techniques and essentials such as wood chips and spices to let your creativity in the outdoor kitchen go wild!
Click here, and let the mouthwatering begin!
*Bonus: From time to time, our experts will tempt you with their tested recipes and techniques. Check back often to see what’s cooking in our own backyards!
To Educate and Inspire
May 16, 2008
BOOKS AND MEDIA
Everyone needs both inspiration and information. Our book selections inform, entertain and inspire us to more beautiful surroundings, outdoors and in.
Sit down with a cup of tea and browse through our library of top offerings from experts in all subjects.
Along with books, we offer other media for those who prefer video, DVDs, or magazines.
Of course, we don’t sell what we don’t recommend, so you’ll find a review of all our items for sale with each description.
Beasts Birds and Insects
May 16, 2008
Beast, bird or insect, our animal friends are a critical part of our outdoor lives. Without them, there would be no blooms, no unique songs from the branches above, no reminders that life goes on in the garden as it has for thousands of years – without our help.
So here we offer items that will help attract the wild ones, and make our domesticated companions feel right at home.
Of course, the quality of the goods are as important as with those we offer our two-legged visitors. Functional, but decorative birdbaths, comfortable dog houses, and generous feeders for those clowning squirrels are among the selections that can be found in these pages.
*bonus: Share photos of your pets enjoying your gardens (click here)
Test Post
May 16, 2008
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Which do you prefer?
May 15, 2008
A good pair of hand clippers is a must for any gardener. Here are two of the best on the market.
All you gardeners out there cast your vote! What’s your preference?
I have my favorite but I’ll save that for later.
Oh, and please suggest any others you like in the ‘suggest products’ section.
Give Us Your Ideas!!!
May 15, 2008
Our goal is to be your source for the best of gardening and outdoor products and we need your help. Tell us what you think on these items.
- What is your favorite glove for general gardening? Do you even wear gloves?
- What is your favorite online bulb supplier?
- Do you use a wheelbarrow or a garden tote of some type? What’s your preference?
Help us out and share your suggestions for favorite items, and we’ll check them out. Or if you’re looking for a product, add it here and we’ll help you find it. Just add your comment here, and we’ll do the rest.
Pottery
May 14, 2008
POTTERY
For holding those bountiful bouquets, or a single stem — or even providing a home for your tools — our pottery is the perfect complement.
Designed with function and style, the pieces will add beauty to anything you put inside them. They move easily from outdoors to inside, too. Use the large urns as landing spots for wet umbrellas on the porch, or corralling a few clubs next to a homemade putting green, or holding decorative canes in the living room.
The dish shapes become creative centerpieces, stacked with single color fruits tucked with leaves (think a bowl of lemons), or turned upside down in the garden, a home for your friendly flowerbed toad.
Choose from our durable, stylish pieces made in a variety of materials, sizes and styles for your home or patio.
Furniture
May 14, 2008
FURNITURE
Once you’ve got the yard looking so lovely, you won’t want to leave.
Our advice: Don’t!
Create a space to enjoy day and night with our selection of outdoor furniture and shelters.
Build a gazebo or or set up a garden tent perfect for an impromptu wine-and-cheese party, or create a cozy patio seating arrangement from our wicker line. Our hammocks, frames included, don’t require anything but a good book and some shade to set up in.
From benches, to fire pits to café tables, find comfort, style and durability built into all our offerings.