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.
Choosing the best garden shredder means matching its cutting system and power to the waste you produce, not simply buying the biggest motor. For most medium-sized UK gardens, the Bosch AXT 25 TC is the best all-rounder, while the Hyundai HYSH2800E suits routine pruning on
The Simpa 180L is an extra-large galvanised garden incinerator designed for bulky seasonal clear-ups. I have used this model while working in a client’s garden, and its main advantage is the generous capacity, although its size, lightweight construction and eventual weathering are worth considering. For
Why Use a Garden Incinerator? Managing garden waste can be challenging, especially with materials that don’t belong in a compost bin. A garden incinerator offers: What You’ll Learn in This GuideThis step-by-step guide will cover: If you’re looking for a Garden incinerator with a little
Most low-cost garden incinerators share the same lightweight galvanised-bin design, while larger drums and heavier steel models offer clearer differences in capacity, portability and durability. They are only suitable for limited amounts of dry, untreated material, so read our guide to dealing with difficult garden