This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. It might feel like the rain never stops in Britain, but when we do get a dry spell, the gardeners and growers among us soon start to lament a long, dry spell.
Because anyone who enjoys a colourful garden will tell you, watering flowers each day is a bit of a chore. Keeping our veg patches in fine fettle is a faff, and don't get me started on hanging baskets. Dry spells also mean lawns lose their lush, green hues, and shrubs and fruit bushes start to suffer.
It can also lead to problems with tree roots, as they extend out, potentially disrupting fences and pavements, in search of moisture. Yes, that has happened to me. Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to NorthernIrelandWorld, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.
But there are gadgets out there to help with your summer watering routine. And choosing the right tools for the job is important. We've compiled a guide to some of the key products you should be considering if you want to make watering the garden more easy , if you want to let technology take over, or if you just want to save a few quid on quality items.
From half-price hoses to automatic irrigation systems, we hope consumer technology expert Gareth Butterfield's guide will help you keep your garden looking healthy all through the summer months and beyond. Water is a precio.
