Latest news with #gardenessentials
The Sun
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
The best times to buy summer garden essentials including the three you must buy NOW – and you could save over £180
SHOPPING experts have revealed when is the ideal time to stock up on major garden essentials to make huge savings. Three of the key items should be bought this month in order to make the biggest savings. 3 Boffins at comparison site Idealo have done the hard work for us and worked out that shoppers could save £183.84 if they purchase a gazebo this month, rather than in November, when they are at its worst price. One shopper recently bragged about picking up a "huge" gazebo from her local Morrisons for just £20. May is also your month for hedge trimmer shopping and you could save £12.80 as opposed to buying in August as their most expensive month. As most parents will know, tearing kids away from screens can sometimes be a challenge, making garden toys a lifeline in the summer months. If you're after something that will keep your little ones entertained for hours, what about the trusty pogo stick? May is the best month to pick one up, creating a saving of £1.24 rather than in December. For your other green-fingered needs, June has been officially crowned as the cheapest month of the year to buy garden bits in the UK, with the greatest deals on offer. While June is ideal, buying garden goodies any time between the end of May and August is also promised to save you cash. Idealo found that savings of up to £649 can be made by buying each item at the right time. BEST AND WORST MONTHS TO BUY PRODUCTS Beach/ sand toy (Best: April, Worst: May) - £3.34 Water gun (Best: August, Worst: October) - £2.39 Trampoline (Best: July, Worst: November) - £37.80 Greenhouse (Best: June, Worst: December) - £177.24 Garden table (Best: June, Worst: March) - £18.67 Garden lighting (Best: June, Worst: October) - £16.19 Sun lounger (Best: June, Worst: December) - £14.27 Fire pit (Best: June, Worst: August) - £9.60 Parasol (Best: June, Worst: January) - £6.16 Garden shears (Best: June, Worst: December) - £3.13 Gazebo (Best: May, Worst: November) - £183.84 Hedge trimmer (Best: May, Worst: August) - £12.80 Pogo stick (Best: May, Worst: December) - £1.24 Katy Phillips, senior brand and communications manager at idealo tells The Sun: 'Our data shows that a little patience can go a long way when it comes to saving money on garden essentials this year. "Holding off until the right month could save shoppers hundreds of pounds on big-ticket items like sun loungers, tables and fire pits. '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.' 3 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. 3
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Wayfair is selling slashed privacy fence for just £17 – giving 'Instagram worthy' garden glow-up
WAYFAIR has reduced the price of a gorgeous garden essential by 56% this Ma. The retail giant has slashed a 2.4m by 1m privacy fence from £38.99 to just £16.99. 2 Aaliah 2.4m x 1m Privacy Fencing Hedge, £38.99 £16.99 With summer just around the corner, meaning more time outside, it presents the perfect opportunity to start prepping outdoor spaces. Whether you have a balcony, small garden or driveway that could do with a little more seclusion, it's well worth taking a look at this offer on the Wayfair website. The Aaliah 2.4m x 1m Privacy Fencing Hedge offers a two-in-one solution to create privacy from nosey neighbours. Just as good, it can also help give your garden a glow-up without breaking the bank. The decorative fence offers artificial, UV-protected leaves, meaning they will offer luscious green all year round and won't fade in direct sunlight. It's also made from durable, weather-resistant polyethene, setting it up against the Great British weather. "Love this screening!" wrote one ecstatic customer in an online review. "I added roses, fairy lights and a mosaic mirror to create a feature wall worthy of Instagram!" Another buyer described how they "intertwined solar lights" into the fence for some extra dazzle. 2 Privacy-wise, the fence measures in at 2.4m by 1m, providing a generous coverage for balconies, driveways or shorter fences, turning spaces into cosy retreats and privacy shields. The fence promises a simple and easy set-up, which is praised by its buyers. Whether you're attaching the screen to an existing fence or are using it as a standalone product, the process is fuss-free and doesn't require professional help. If you're short on space, it's compact enough to store away when not in use. Wayfair shoppers have been sharing their love for the product for its value, quality and easy set-up. One happy shopper raved about the impact on their outdoor space, writing: "I really love this artificial leaf privacy fence for my balcony, to me, it gives a feel of warmth and cosiness!" With others saying "just love how the fence brightened up my garden" and gave a "vibrancy" which made it look "real fancy". Others praised the privacy function, stating: "Good quality and gives the privacy required", and "Really thick, it lives up to being a privacy fence. Last month, the Shopping team found a pair of Flamingo topiary trees slashed by 50% which are still on sale at Gardening Express. Last week, we also reported on a .
