KG Best Buy January 2018

Each month our expert editorial team pick the best products for you

SOWING EQUIPMENT

BEST BUY

ROOTRAINERS – 32 CELLS

These can be used to propagate a wide range of plants with each cell openings to avoid root disturbance. The transparent lid means that the pack can be used as a mini propagator too. Cell depth: 12cm.

MARSHALLS

www.marshalls-seeds.co.uk

PRODUCT CODE: 1090-5715

PRICE: £9.49

KG VERDICT

If you’ve not used them before, you’re missing out! These are super for plants such as peas and beans that benefit from a deep root system. The transparent lid provides propagator conditions too and the can be used year after year.

Quality: ★★★★★

Effectiveness: ★★★★★

Value: ★★★★★

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BEST FOR VALUE FOR MONEY

SIEVE TWO-IN ONE

This has two interchangeable screens made from tough, galvanised woven wire, 6mm and 12mm hole sizes respectively. The plastic outer is made from recycled polypropylene. Dimensions: Dimensions – L 35cm x W 35cm x H 12.5cm

GARDENING NATURALLY

www.gardening-naturally.com

PRODUCT CODE: SS004

PRICE: £7.99

KG VERDICT

A robust, versatile and useful piece of kit to have at your side when sowing or potting up. The two screens are easily interchangeable and clip in securely. In effect, two riddles in one so great value!

Quality ★★★★★

Effectiveness ★★★★★

Value for Money ★★★★★

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BEST FOR OUTDOOR SOWING

POST AND LINE SET

With this this traditional Post and Line Set you can mark out vegetable rows, lawns or borders. It has 65ft of strong natural twine and is made from FSC certified ash with durable metal posts.

TWO WESTS & ELLIOT

www.twowests.co.uk

PRODUCT CODE: SKU: TOPLS

PRICE: £16.99

KG VERDICT

This is a stylish post and line set. The metal post make it easy to penetrate the soil (compared to wooden ones), tasteful wooden handles and with an excellent length of twine.

Quality: ★★★★★

Effectiveness: ★★★★

Value for Money: ★★★★★

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