This archive brings together practical, experience-led articles from The Backyard Farmer, covering gardening, DIY, indoor growing, foraging, reviews, and sustainable living. Each post is written with real-world use in mind — focusing on working with nature, building practical skills, and making sustainable choices more accessible.
If you’re after a garden tool that blends rugged practicality with proper old-school craftsmanship, the Barebones Hori Hori Knife might just be your new favourite bit of kit. Unlike flimsy trowels or throwaway multi-tools, this Japanese-inspired knife is built to graft. With a full-tang steel
Introduction The WORX WG163E has become a favourite among home gardeners across the UK — and for good reason. With its 2-in-1 design, lightweight frame, and cordless convenience, it’s a handy bit of kit for keeping both lawn edges and overgrown patches in check. That
A good hori hori combines a digging blade, weeding knife and root-cutting edge in one compact garden tool. After using the Japeto model for weeding, planting, dividing perennials and opening compost bags, it has earned a permanent place in my gardening kit. My top overall
The Simpa 180L is a heavy-duty garden incinerator designed for larger clear-outs, woody prunings and hedge trimmings. Its large capacity, galvanised steel body and 36 ventilation holes make it a practical choice for gardeners who regularly need to burn suitable dry garden waste. In this
Introduction – Why the Worx WG543E Cordless Leaf Blower Stands Out The Worx WG543E cordless leaf blower is a powerful, lightweight, and user-friendly tool for clearing leaves and debris in your garden. If you’re frustrated with noisy petrol blowers or weighed down by bulky models,
The Worx WG163E is a lightweight 20V cordless grass trimmer and wheeled edger designed for routine maintenance in small to medium gardens. I use it regularly for edging lawns, tidying around beds and trimming lighter grass, so this review is based on hands-on experience. Its
Introduction If you’re a gardener like me or DIY enthusiast looking for a compact, lightweight, and reliable pruning tool, then you’ll love how the Worx WG324E simplifies your work. I use this cordless mini chainsaw daily for gardening tasks, and it has quickly become one
The Legacy of Haws Watering Cans: Introduction Since 1886, the Haws garden can has represented quality, craftsmanship, and tradition in gardening. As the world’s oldest watering can manufacturer, Haws seamlessly combines functionality with elegance. Whether you’re a professional gardener or a home grower, a Haws
Introduction: Worx WG264E Cordless Hedge Trimmer Review Keeping your garden hedges neat and tidy takes time — but with the right hedge trimming tool, it’s a whole lot easier. As a professional gardener, I use the Worx WG264E Cordless Hedge Trimmer nearly every day, and
Worx tools are generally a good choice for homeowners, DIYers and gardeners who value lightweight handling, cordless convenience and reasonable prices. I use several Worx garden tools in my professional gardening work, and the strongest models offer a useful balance of performance and ease of
Introduction The Worx WG252E Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer is a lightweight, long-reach hedge trimmer built for effortless hedge maintenance. If you’re tired of lugging heavy petrol models or dealing with annoying cords, this battery-powered hedge trimmer is a game-changer. In short, the Worx pole hedge
Introduction: Why Choose this Cheap Compost Bin? Composting is a simple way to use a cheap compost bin and one of the easiest and most impactful way: If you’re looking for an affordable and eco-friendly solution to manage organic waste, the SAKUSEI 300 Litre Outdoor