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.
Introduction: Building Raised Beds from Pallets Tired of expensive garden builds? You’re not alone. As timber prices continue to rise, more and more growers are turning to creative, low-cost alternatives that still deliver big results — and raised beds from pallets are leading the way.
Introduction If you’ve been searching for free wood near me, free timber UK, or trying to avoid paying sky-high prices for firewood, fencing, or building materials, you’re in the right place. This guide shows you exactly where to find free logs, pallets, and timber —
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
Where to Find Free Pallets Near You (UK Guide) Planning a garden project, firewood rack, compost bin, or any kind of DIY masterpiece? Then you know how important it is to source materials cheaply — or even better, for free. Fortunately, one of the most
Introduction Tired of garden waste piling up? The Simpa 180L extra large garden incinerator is built for serious burning — perfect for hedge trimmings, woody branches, and seasonal clear-outs. With a huge 180-litre capacity, galvanised steel body, and 36 vents for fast burns, it’s one
Introduction Looking for a mole windmill that actually works? This DIY wind-powered mole deterrent — sometimes called a “Mole-Mill” — is simple to build and surprisingly effective. If you’ve noticed molehills appearing overnight, soft spots in the ground, or uprooted plants, you likely have a
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,
Why the Worx WG163E Electric Trimmer Stands Out If you’re looking for a no-nonsense review for the Worx WG163E cordless grass trimmer, you’re in the right place. This cordless strimmer has become one of the top picks for UK gardeners — but does it still
Worx WG324E Cordless Chainsaw: Hands-On Review 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
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
Introduction This review covers my experience with Worx tools as a Gardener, who uses Worx tools everyday. When investing in your tools, its understandable that you want durable, budget-friendly, and high-performing equipment for a good price. Whilst Worx Tools are not as durable as more