Now that summer is upon us, it’s time to spend more time outdoors, soaking up the sunshine. While a beautiful, well-manicured yard can be a great place to spend a lazy afternoon, it can also be a lot of work. Luckily, there are a myriad of gadgets on the market that can help make yard work a breeze. In part two of this series, here are a few more tools for you to consider.
Orbit Mechanical Watering Hose Timer $14.79
Watering your lawn and garden can be a tedious and time-consuming task. But, with an inexpensive garden hose timer, you can automate the process and save time and energy. These devices attach to your garden hose and allow you to set a watering schedule so your plants receive the right amount of water at the right time. Watering hose timers can also help prevent overwatering your lawn, making them a more eco-friendly option. The Orbit Mechanical Watering Hose Timer is affordable, and easy to install and use, making it an ideal upgrade to your lawn care routine.
Black+Decker 20V MAX Cordless Hedge Trimmer $79.00
If your hedges have grown to unruly heights in the offseason, acordless hedge trimmer can make the trimming process much easier. Because these devices are lightweight and easy to maneuver, they can cut your yard work time in half. The convenience of battery-powered options means that you are not tethered by an extension cord, letting you easily tackle those hard-to-reach places in your yard. The Black+Decker 20V MAX Cordless Hedge Trimmer is an excellent option for those who want a powerful and easy-to-use hedge trimmer.
Toro Ultra 260 mph Electric Blower Vac $99.99
In autumn, falling leaves can be a beautiful sight, but can create a lot of work when trying to ready your yard for summer. Instead of spending hours raking leaves, consider investing in an electric leaf blower. These gadgets blow leaves and other debris off your lawn, making cleanup a breeze. And, unlike leaf blowers of the past, electric models don’t emit harmful fumes into the air, making them safer for both the planet and their operator. The Toro Ultra 260 mph Electric Blower Vac is an excellent option for those who want a powerful, yet affordable leaf blower, and even doubles as a lawn vacuum to help you remove debris.
It’s important to note that many of the gadgets mentioned are sold as part of a series, where a universal battery fits multiple lawn care and power tool devices. WORX, Greenworks, Black+Decker, and Orbit each have a series of battery-powered tools that allow you to save money by purchasing one battery and charger and using it to power many things around your home.
By Vanessa Hutchison
P.S. If you missed the first part of this series on handy yard gadgets, then look here for more information.
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