Plow and Hearth’s Standing Garden Cat Sculpture
I found these cool garden sculptures of cats recently at Plow and Hearth. They are extremely realistic and will make the guests to your house look twice when strolling through your yard. They’re cast from color-through resin, which adds detail to these mellow garden kitties. Garden Cats - Garden Accent from Plow & Hearth .
Wednesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Sculpture, Gardening Gifts for Women, Gardening Lifestyle | Add Your Comments
Slate Chickadee Welcome Sign
Give the visitors to your house a proper welcome with this beautiful hand painted Chickadee welcome sign. The welcome sign is made from slate and measure about 12” round. The natural slate is quarried in the United States. Each piece is unique and may have slight imperfections. Cost is $50.00 from AddressPlaques.net.
Tuesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Gardening Gifts for Women, Gardening Lifestyle | Add Your Comments
The Gardena Water Off-Timer
There are many handy devices out there that you can use in the garden to help you water efficiently. Drip irrigation and soaker hoses are great for certain areas of the garden. Irrigation timers are another excellent option. The Gardena Water Off-Timer is a quality and durable timer. You simply attach it on a hose where the hose fits on to a spigot. After setting the timer, you can then go on to do other things without worrying about over watering. This garden timer is easy to use and perfect for the busy gardener. Do your part to save water! 
Tuesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Tools | Add Your Comments
Modern Artisans Garden Art
Modern Artisans is a company that specializes in hand made decorative items for the home and garden. They have some very cool things for sale on their on-line store, including these unusual birdfeeders, garden sculpture, address markers and more. This isn’t the mass produced garden décor you find at many stores. Modern Artisans pieces are truly works of art. 
Monday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Furniture, Gardening Gifts for Women, Gardening Lifestyle, Kids | Add Your Comments
Monogrammed Garden Tote
Redenvelope.com has this cool outdoor garden tote with a good variety of garden tools included. This is the perfect gift for the beginning gardener as it includes some of the most useful tools you’ll need for everyday gardening chores. The kit includes a stainless-steel fork, two trowels with wooden handles, and two pairs of gardening shears. It has a brown nylon interior and has two mesh pockets. You can get the tote bag monogrammed for an extra $5.00.
Friday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Tools, Gardening Gifts for Women, Gardening Lifestyle | Add Your Comments
Pocket Chain Saw
Got heavy cleaning up to do in the garden that requires lots of chopping and cutting, but don’t want to use a big chainsaw? The Pocket Chain Saw is a great alternative. You can make quick work of logs and branches with this handy garden tool made of high strength, heat-treated steel. In addition to helping out in the garden, because of its compact size the Pocket Chain Saw can help you get around unusual work spaces. It also makes a great camping tool and will allow you to cut firewood or clear a trail or campsite in minutes. The saw when stored weighs only 5 oz. 
Thursday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Tools, Gardening Lifestyle, Serious Gardener | Add Your Comments
Gempler’s Grape Harvesting Knife
Check out this handy Grape Harvesting Knife
from Gempler’s tools. It has a hooked blade which is specifically designed for wrapping around vines and harvesting grapes. This is a professional quality tool made from high-carbon steel. The handle is made from hard woods and the blade is fastened to the handle with brass compression rivets. This garden tool works great for a variety of gardening tasks and will last you a lifetime!
Wednesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Tools, Gardening Gifts for Women, Gardening Lifestyle, Serious Gardener | Add Your Comments
Garden Lovers Key Ring from the Sundog Company
Sundog Company has this cool little garden lover’s key ring. It includes an image of a mini-trowel and a pack of seeds. This is a perfect gift for the avid gardener and will allow them to show off their favorite hobby. It is hand cast from pewter and costs $12.00. 
Tuesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Gardening Gifts for Women, Gardening Lifestyle, Kids | Add Your Comments
Eva Solo Self-Watering Planter
This stainless steal pot for your house plants is not only attractive, it makes for care free watering! The Eva Solo Self-Watering Planter is made with a frosted glass base that stores water. Your plant will draw up water from the base through a wick, reducing your watering time to about once every week or less. Eva Solo is a Danish design company known for attractive and innovative designs. Price is $62.95.
Monday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Tools, Gardening Gifts for Women, Gardening Lifestyle, Houseplants | Add Your Comments
Nyokki Pets
Nyokki pets are like a modern and slightly freaky version of the Chia Pet. Nyokki is the Japanese word for “grow.” The Nyokki pet is made from glazed ceramic and is filled with rye grass seeds. Just add water and watch your pet sprout green “hair.” Like your lawn, if you cut the grass, it will grow back to its full height. There are several different styles available including Monkey, Chickee, Froggie, Panda, and Piglet. Nyokki pets are available from the wacky folks of Wrapables.com. Price is $19.95 for a set of two.
Friday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Gardening Lifestyle | Add Your Comments
Petal Pushin’ Pinkies Garden Flower Herbal Slippers
Here’s a cool gift for that special gardening lady friend in your life (or your Mom, sister, daughter, etc.): Petal Pushin’ Pinkies Garden Flower Herbal Slippers from UnCommonGoods.com! These special therapeutic slippers will help your feet relax after a hard day’s work or a day of gardening. They are filled with dried herbs, flowers and flax seed to give your feet a gentle massage while filling the room with the pleasant aroma of herbs. These slippers are designed for therapy and relaxing, not walking. Cost is $25.00.
Thursday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Clothes for Gardening, Gardening Gifts for Women, Gardening Lifestyle | Add Your Comments
Garden Pond Winterization Kit “Plus” from the Pond Market
Garden ponds are wonderful living works of art for your garden and landscaping. I’ve never been ambitious enough to install a garden pond, but I love visiting friends who have them. I did some research on online sources of garden pond equipment and found the PondMarket.com. I was impressed by their collection of supplies and liked that they carry various kits for seasonal pond maintenance. Try out this Garden Pond Winterization Kit, which includes the following items: • 2 de-icers Please see this website for more information on building and maintaining a garden pond.
• The PondMarket Barley Bale ensures string algae will be non-existent or to a minimum
• Microbe Lift Autumn Winter Prep (qt) maintains fish health and keeps organic build-up to a minimum
• Pond Netting comes in several sizes to keep out leaves and debris
• Master Test Kit includes 5 tests to ensure maximum water quality
• Cool Weather Food ensures optimal digestability, necessary for koi
• Muck Vac works off the garden hose to suck all debris out of the pond (does not add tap water to pond)
Wednesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Ponds and Water Features | Add Your Comments
Double Cedar Composting Bin
If you’re looking for a basic compost bin made from natural materials, this double cedar composting bin is for you. It has a beautiful and basic design that will hold lots of compost. It has the option of adding screen covers to protect your compost as well. The cedar compost bin is available from Clean Air Gardening.
Wednesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Tools, Organic Gardening | Add Your Comments
Alchemy Castings Garden Planters
Alchemycastings.com is a great place to shop for custom-made garden planters made from lead like the one pictured above. They also have a number of other cool products for the home and garden, such as garden urns and garden sculptures. 
Tuesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Furniture, Gardening Lifestyle, Houseplants | 1 Comment
The Pivoting UnReel Hose Storage System
The UnReel hose storage system is a great gardening gift that will allow you to store your hose easily without kinks. Once stored, it is easy to unreel your hose because the UnReel pivots and follow the direction that you need to unreel your hose. UnReel hose systems can store up to 100 feet of hose, depending on the diameter of hose. The UnReel system is available from AwesomeTools.com.
Monday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Garden Tools, Gardening Lifestyle | Add Your Comments
Park Seeds Flowers and Plants for Attracting Birds
Having a garden is a great way to attract wildlife to your home, especially birds. If you’re a wildlife fan like me, you should consider purchasing some Park Seeds Bird-Loving Annual Seeds. It’s not too late to plant sunflowers or other flowers that birds love. If you’re interested in turning your backyard into a true paradise for wildlife, check out the EcoBackyard blog, which has tips on restoring your backyard to help the environment and attract wildlife.
Friday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Gardening Lifestyle, Hard to Find Seeds | Add Your Comments
Stout’s BackSaver Grip®
I suffer from a bad back due to a couple car accidents, so I was very happy to find the ergonomic Stout’s BackSaver Grip®. You place this unique gardening tool on a shovel, rake, etc., and it allows you to hold your tool higher and in a more comfortable position. The patented grip not only helps your back, it will put less pressure on your arms, wrist, and shoulder. Cost is around $10.99.
Thursday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Ergonomic Gardening, Garden Tools | Add Your Comments
Plant-Me Pets
This is probably one of the most unusual gardening gifts I’ve come across in a while! Plant-Me Pets are critters that you can plant when you’re tired of their friendship. Ha, ha, just kidding. Friends are forever! They are made from biodegradable natural latex rubber, seeds, and glue. The eyes are made from seeds and they come in various designs including cantaloupe, tomato, and pumpkin seeds. They squeak when you squeeze them! The Plant-Me Pets come in a special package that relates to the personality of your Pet. The cost is $20.00 plus shipping. Plant-Me Pets are available from BranchHome.com.
Wednesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Gardening Lifestyle, Kids | Add Your Comments
New Line of Fiskars Garden Tools
Fiskars is one of the oldest garden tool companies in the world. They’ve been making tools since 1649! Fiskars recently came out with a new line of ergonomic garden tools which were put to the test by the East Valley Tribune of Mesa, Arizona. You can read more about these tools and a review at the East Valley Tribune website. The Fiskars website also has lots of information and great photos. Buy Fiskars garden tools here. 
Tuesday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Ergonomic Gardening, Garden Tools, Serious Gardener | Add Your Comments
Hummingbird Garden Weathervane
Weathervanes are a classic form of garden sculpture that has been around for centuries. This cool hummingbird garden weathervane is perfect for adorning your garden or yard. It is made from rust-free aluminum, and includes a kit with instructions and a mount. Available from Weathervanes Plus for $49.95.
Monday ~ August 08, 2006 by kswanson56 Posted in Gardening Lifestyle | Add Your Comments
