Now that spring has arrived at last, our thoughts are naturally turning to the garden. We have gathered a selection of cool and useful items meant to inspire you or an enthusiastic gardener in your life to get outside and savor that long-awaited spring sunshine.
Robot Lawn Mower
With its uncannily Star-Wars-like name, the battery-powered Worx Landroid Cloud Robotic RTK Mower uses satellite technology and AI-assisted automatic mapping to mow your lawn, creating perfectly straight lines accurate down to the inch while you relax in a nearby hammock. Now that is how gardening chores should be done. Available at Canadian Tire for $1,800.
Hanging Planter
Umbra's Triflora Hanging Planter lets you hang five small plants inside a large window or outside on the side of a fence or wall. The planter accepts two 3-inch and three 6-inch plastic pots, and you can adjust the heights to accommodate individual plants. The connecting rod can be mounted horizontally or angled, allowing you to hang plants closer together for a more lush display. Available at Walmart for $90.
Tabletop Fountain
The Angelo Decor Folia Fountain is a beautiful mini-fountain, just 21.5 inches high, that you can place on a side table, on the corner of a deck, or even in a sheltered spot in the garden. It adds the soothing sound of tinkling water to your backyard all summer long. Best of all, there is no plumbing needed; just a small pump is included. Available at Home Depot for $98.
Stylish Garden Hat
Every gardener worth their garden fork needs a good hat, so why not make it stylish as well as comfortable? This bucket-style sunhat, made from woven raffia strips, is lightweight and breathable. The brim is the perfect width to effectively keep the sun off your face, hold on in a light breeze, and stand up to a sudden summer shower. Available at Indigo for $50.
Personalized Garden Bag
A great Mother's Day present or a gift for yourself, this sturdy canvas garden tool bag features plenty of pockets and can comfortably hold and organize all your garden tools and accessories. Order it as-is, or personalize it with your name, your choice of one of twelve different flowers, and add an optional trio of high-quality wooden-handled garden tools, which are also personalizable. Available on Etsy for $88, or $55 without tools.
