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.
Barebones Classic Hori Hori – A beautifully crafted, heavy-duty garden knife with a walnut handle and full-tang blade. Japeto Hori Hori Knife – A premium Japanese gardening knife with a full-tang high-carbon steel blade, ergonomic wooden handle. Spear & Jackson Hori Hori Knife – A
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: 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
Introduction: Why Choose the GEME Electric Compost Bin? A Sustainable Solution for Modern Households Today, sustainability isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity. How we manage kitchen waste plays a huge role in reducing our environmental footprint. That’s where the GEME Electric Compost Bin comes in.
Introduction: Why Choose the Wormcity Wormery? Are you ready to transform the way you compost and elevate your eco-friendly lifestyle? Meet the Wormcity Wormery 100 (4 Tray) Composting System — a UK-made solution that converts kitchen waste into nutrient-rich compost with the help of nature’s
Introduction: Why Choose the Ward Beginner Compost Bin? Composting is an essential step toward a sustainable lifestyle, offering an eco-friendly way to turn kitchen scraps and garden waste into nutrient-rich compost. For beginners, the process can seem overwhelming without the right tools. That’s where the
Introduction to the TSL 2000 Welcome to our in-depth review of the Mars Hydro TSL 2000, a high-performance LED grow light designed for indoor gardening enthusiasts. Aiming to achieve optimal plant growth with efficiency and reliability? This review will provide all the insights you need
Introduction This Mars Hydro TSW2000 Review highlights why this LED grow light is a top choice for indoor gardeners.. Operating at only 300W of power, it replaces traditional 400W HPS lights, delivering comparable performance while reducing energy costs by up to 25%. Designed to support
Why Try a DIY Solar Food Dehydrator? With energy bills climbing and food waste piling up, finding ways to preserve fresh produce without extra costs has never been more important. A DIY solar food dehydrator is a simple, eco-friendly solution. Using only free sunlight, it
Introduction: Why the Phlizon 2000W Grow Light Stands Out Indoor gardening combines creativity with science, and selecting the right grow light can significantly impact your plants’ health and yield. Many growers choose the Phlizon 2000W LED Grow Light because it consistently offers: Whether you’re cultivating
** DISCONTINUED** It looks as though Viparspectra have stopped producing this model! There are now x2 products in the new range, the 1500w Viparspectra LED for 2024 and the 3000w version. I will be reviewing both of these products soon and will link them here
Introduction to our Spider Farmer SF2000 Review If you’re searching for a high-performance, energy-efficient LED grow light, the Spider Farmer SF2000 is a top contender for indoor gardening. Whether you’re growing hydroponic vegetables, herbs, or flowering plants, this full-spectrum LED grow light delivers maximum yields