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Why you need to service your lawnmower before the cutting season

Spring is the season in which your garden comes back to life after the cold winter months. As you witness the first few indications that summer is on the way, everything from flower beds to grass lawns begin to grow at a considerable rate. But before you start cutting your lawn this spring, there are […]

5 Tools That Make Gardening A Whole Lot Easier!

Gardening is a great way to reduce stress, relax the mind, and improve your overall wellbeing. But what happens when your garden work becomes so physically draining that it stops being enjoyable anymore? Can you still take pleasure in working on your garden without straining your back or hurting your hands? The good news is […]

Why you should mulch your garden in spring

If you’re an avid gardener, you might have heard the terms ‘mulch’ and ‘mulching’ a few times. You might have even been advised to mulch your own garden! In this blog post we outline what mulch is, types of mulch and why you should apply mulch to your garden this spring. What is Mulching? Put […]

Sustainable ways to remove your garden waste!

Sustainable ways to remove your garden waste! If you’ve had a clear out in the garden, you’re likely to have a fair bit of waste to get rid of. But what do you do with the mounds of grass clippings, heaps of soil and bags of branches now? In this blog post, we give you […]

Weed Control Tips You Should Know

The arch-nemesis of any gardener, weeds are self-seeders that flourish depending on the condition of the soil and weather. Different weeds thrive in accordance with their surroundings and can often spread into unwanted locations in your garden. Knowing how to tackle these weeds is only half the battle – understanding how they grow will ensure […]

How To Make A Tyre Plant Pot

Looking for ways to reuse, recycling and repurpose things in 2021? Well, the garden is the perfect place to do this! We’ve all seen garden ideas like plant pot old metal buckets, watering cans and teacup planters for alternative and reusable solutions in eco gardens – but if you’re looking for a bigger planter solution, […]

Easy DIY Garden Art Ideas

Spending more time at home means finding new projects to keep us occupied. Garden art is a perfect way to keep busy and improve the look of your garden with some great decor ideas. Garden decor can take many shapes and forms, from unique garden wall art to hedge shaping and helps add elements of […]

Husqvarna FAQs

Do you own Husqvarna garden machinery, or considering purchasing from the brands range? In this blog, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the Husqvarna range, including Husqvarna lawn mowers, Husqvarna chainsaws and Husqvarna hedge trimmers, so you have the support you need to operate your machinery with confidence. Is the Husqvarna […]

Stihl FAQs

Do you own Stihl garden machinery or want to know more about the brand before you invest? In this blog post, Lawnmowers Direct some of the most frequently asked questions about Stihl garden machinery, including Stihl lawn mowers, grass trimmers and leaf blowers. Stihl UK FAQs Where can I buy Stihl garden machinery? Stihl is […]

The Life Cycle of Grass: A Complete Lawn Care Guide

Something as seemingly mundane as grass has a lot more to it than meets the eye. Let’s take a look at the life cycle of grass and what you can do during the process to improve your lawn’s overall health and appearance. Stages in the Life Cycle of Grass Gramineae, the family of plants, is […]

Best Climbing Plants For Your Garden

Climbing plants are a brilliant addition to any garden. They take up minimal floor space, add another dimension to your garden and look beautiful. But which climbing plants are best for your garden? Some prefer lots of sunlight, some need careful tendering, some dislike the cold winter months. Read on to find out which climbing […]

Battery-powered garden tools

There are many benefits to owning battery-powered garden tools. Designed for convenience, they are easy to use and turn on with the press of a button. Since they are cordless, you never have to worry about how close you are to a plug point, and with zero particle emissions, they’re a sensible choice for the […]

5 Signs Of A Dull Chainsaw Blade

A chainsaw can be a gardeners best friend. But it, like every tool, needs a bit of TLC to perform at its best time and time again. One of the main things to look after on your chainsaw is the blade. A dull blade will affect your chainsaws ability to perform and compromise safety when […]

5 Easy To Look After Outdoor Plants

If you want to make your garden look beautiful without spending too much time tendering to the plant life, you need to select plants that can—to some extent—take care of themselves. While all plantlife will require some TLC, there are certainly some that need less than others. In this blog post, we list our top […]

5 Ways To Improve Your Garden Shed

A shed can be a great addition to your back garden for its utility alone. But if it’s looking more like an eyesore and less like a storage spot or a place to work on gardening or other projects, there are solutions. If it’s not falling down around you, there’s still hope for your ugly […]

How To Attract Songbirds To Your Garden

Songbirds are a wonderful garden visitor. Not only are they beautiful to watch, but they can help keep pests such as bugs at bay and help with pollination. Your garden may be birdless right now, but following these tips will have chirpy voices visiting your garden on a regular basis in no time. Songbirds you […]

Stihl Leaf Blowers & Vacuums: A Buyers Guide

Want to keep your lawn in perfect condition through the autumn/winter period? Leaf blowers and vacuums make light work of leaf litter and other fallen debris to provide you with a pristine garden without the hours of hard labour manually raking piles. If you’re looking into buying a leaf blower or vacuum, Stihl has some […]

How To Store Lawn Mower Batteries For Winter

The winter season is a busy time for gardeners. The colder nights and wetter days mean that a lot of prep work has to be done to keep lawns healthy and gardens looking their best. But it’s not just the garden that needs attention in winter. The tools you use to maintain it do too. […]

Atco Mowers: A Buyers Guide

Purchasing a new lawn mower is a big garden machinery investment, so it’s vital that you have all the information you need to make an informed decision. In this buyers guide, we break down everything you need to know about Atco mowers, the range available at Lawnmowers Direct and outline some of the options available […]

Preparing Garden Soil For Winter: Top Tips

Winter can be hard on our gardens, but it’s not all doom and gloom during this dark, cold season. While grass growth slows and plants become dormant, your soil is crying out for some well needed TLC. In this blog post, Lawnmowers Direct explains the importance of caring for your garden’s soil during the winter […]

What To Plant In A Winter Garden

Winter is notoriously hard on plant life, with many flowers and other garden plants becoming dormant or dying off completely. But your outdoor space doesn’t have to be a garden graveyard during winter. Rather than put up with several months of bare branches and muddy flowerbeds, why not get creative and colourful by planting things […]

Garden Makeover Ideas Perfect for Winter

Winter can be uninspiring for gardeners, with most plant life dormant for the cold days and long, dark nights. With the garden tools tucked up in the shed for winter and little growth to monitor, many gardeners use this as a time to give their garden a spruce up. In this blog post, Lawnmowers Direct […]

5 Top Tips To Prepare Your Garden For Autumn

Springtime is the ideal growing season. The perfect time to enrich your garden: plant spring bulbs such as daffodils and tulips, clear up the dead leaves and cut back your perennials. Summer fosters growth and stability for your new plants and such progress should be maintained as much as possible during autumn before the colder […]

Best Budget Cordless Lawn Mower to Buy in 2021

If you’re looking for a cordless mower, you want a machine that offers complete freedom with no strings (or cords!) attached. But often, those looking to purchase a new mower find themselves tied down by the limitations of their budget. With that said, there are lots of great options available. Many of the top brands […]

Best Electric Lawn Mower Under £250

Want a quality electric lawn mower that doesn’t break the bank? Here at Lawnmowers Direct, we stock a wide range of electric powered lawn mowers at competitive prices. In this post, we list some of the best price electric lawn mowers we stock for less than £250. Why buy an electric lawn mower? Electric lawn […]

Best Lawn Mower Under £100 To Buy In 2021

Lawn mowers can be far more expensive than you may have expected and can be a cost not many are willing to pay. The main factor in purchasing a lawn mower is the size of your lawn – you may have to be willing to spend a little more if you have a larger green […]

Best Lawn Mowers In Every Price Range

There is so much to know and find out about lawn mowers and very few do. If you are a beginner to lawn mowing or if you just want to learn what mowers we recommend at every price range, this list will give you some insight. Everyone has different lawn mowing needs, so this list […]

Best Petrol Lawn Mower Under £200

There are many types of lawn mowers on the market and choosing between electric, petrol, battery or push can be challenging, especially if you’re not a mowing geek. A petrol lawn mower produces the most power and is best for lawns over 200 metres square or where mowing the lawn may be difficult due to […]

Best Petrol Lawn Mower Under £250

Petrol lawnmowers are a firm favourite with home gardeners and professionals alike. Able to make light work of almost any lawn space, there’s a petrol mower out there for everyone. But what about if you’re shopping on a budget? In this blog post, Lawnmowers Direct lists some of the best petrol lawn mowers on the […]

How Can I Thicken My Lawn In September?

Transforming thin, lacklustre grass into a thicker, healthier lawn can seem like a huge task, when in reality it isn’t difficult to achieve. Autumn is the perfect time to do this, as lawn thickening in September and the colder months included concise steps to help get to your garden dream. Read on to find out. […]

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