Cheapest time to buy garden essentials such as pressure washers, furniture and toys – and you could save £100s
SOON it will be the perfect time to purchase favourites to add to the garden with savings.
Just in time for summer, the best time to buy garden essentials in the UK has been revealed.
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Brits are therefore being urged to hold off against buying anything new over the May bank holiday weekend.
June has been officially announced as the cheapest month of the year to buy garden essentials in the UK, with the greatest deals of offer.
So those wanting to make upgrades to their gardens should wait until prices start to drop next month, particularly if wanting higher ticket outdoor staples.
Price history comparisons data has shown that savings of up to £649 can be made depending on when you buy certain items.
This comes from the most searched for items between April and August over the last three years.
The majority of products have had the summer months of June and July be their cheapest months to purchase.
Some of these include tables, sun loungers, parasols and fire pits, when Brits can save over £240 on several of these popular garden items.
Katy Phillips, senior brand and communications manager at price comparison platform idealo, said: 'While it might be tempting to make the most of the Easter weekend by upgrading your garden, our data shows that a little patience can go a long way when it comes to saving money.
'We'd always recommend comparing prices across multiple retailers before committing to a purchase.
"With a bit of planning, and by using apps with tools like price alerts, you can enjoy your garden for less and make your money stretch further this summer.'
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But coming into May, some there are some items which and may be perfect for the long weekend ahead.
This includes gazebos, hedge trimmers and jumping toys, which are all said to be cheapest during May.
Buying a gazebo in May could bring a saving of around £183.84 rather than purchasing in November when they are at their worst price.
Hedge trimmers bought in May can also bring a good deal, making a saving of £12.80 as opposed to buying in August as their most expensive month.
This is just in time for garden parties and barbecues as the weather warms, before prices start to rise again heading towards August.
BEST AND WORST MONTHS TO BUY PRODUCTS
Pressure washer (Best: April, Worst: October) - £162.40 saving
Beach Toy & Sand Toy (Best: August, May: May) - £3.34 saving
Water Gun (Best: August, Worst: October) - £2.39 saving
Trampoline (Best: July, Worst: November) - £37.80 saving
Greenhouse (Best: June, Worst: December) - £177.24 saving
Garden Table (Best: June, Worst: March) - £18.67 saving
Garden Lighting (Best: June, Worst: October) - £16.19 saving
Sun Lounger (Best: June, Worst: December) - £14.27 saving
Fire Pit (Best: June, Worst: August) - £9.60 saving
Parasol (Best: June, Worst: January) - £6.16 saving
Garden Shears (Best: June, Worst: December) - £3.13 saving
Gazebo (Best: May, Worst: November) - £183.84 saving
Hedge Trimmer (Best: May, Worst: August) - £12.80 saving
Jumping Toy (Best: May. Worst: December) - £1.24 saving
How to save money on garden furniture
Opting to buy your new garden furniture or items on sale could save you a lot of money.
Most retailers start discounting garden items after summer and will run promotions over the winter, but be aware stock can be far more limited during this time.
Retailers will start reintroducing more to their garden ranges during spring and may run limited promotions over bank holidays, for example.
You are unlikely to get a great deal just before or in the height of summer, but some retailers offer mid-summer clearance sales to get rid of old stock, so keep an eye out.
Remember to always shop around when making a big purchase, as even if one store has a sale on, you may be able to get a better deal elsewhere.
You can use websites like Price Spy to compare the prices of items across multiple retailers and see how the prices have changed over time.
Remember, you may not need to buy you furniture - you could save a fortune by up-cycling old items instead.
Giving dirty pieces a good wash and a lick of fresh paint can make them look brand new.
You can also pick up perfectly good items second-hand.
Try platforms like Facebook Marketplace or eBay to see if anyone near you is getting rid of old items - you may even be able to pick them up for free.
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