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BUYER’S GUIDE Accessible tools

We know that gardening is good for our mental and physical wellbeing, and being outside in the garden and close to nature is something that everyone should be able to enjoy. For those who are less physically able or mobile, gardening is often even more beneficial. Fortunately, thanks to an increasing awareness of accessibility and clever innovations in tool design, there is no need for anyone to feel that gardening isn’t for them.

Many gardeners already adapt and customise traditionally designed garden tools themselves, but there’s now also a whole host of carefully considered kit that has been thought through specifically to make life in the garden that bit easier. From raised planters and garden caddies to extra light, ergonomic tools, there is now an accessible tool for every job.

In this Buyer’s Guide we give tips on what to look out for

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