New for the Garden

THE NATURAL GARDENER ECO EDGE £9.80 each. Flexible 18m roll: £68.80. Stakes £15/10

Edging strip made from domestic recycled plastic waste for a durable, long-lasting edging for borders and pathways. Straight strips are slightly thicker than flexible rolls for curves. Can be recycled. Dimensions: L: 2m, H: 14cm, T: 1cm. From: www.thenaturalgardener.co.uk; tel: 01584 890092.

PLANT A BLOOMER £5.50/£15 for 3

This range of novelty cards has wildflower seeds embedded in a range of paper shapes, which includes heart, star, angel, shamrock and Christmas tree. Each comes in a ribbon tied pocket, with planting instructions. From: www. plantabloomer.co.uk.

FISKARS POWERGEAR X HEDGE SHEAR £45.95

Designed for effortless trimming, the unique mechanism gives three times the cutting power of normal shears, making light work of the toughest challenges. Stainless steel blades are coated to prevent sticking. Handles designed for comfort. From: www.tooled-up.com; tel: 020 8805 3535.

A LONDON FLORAL ILLUSTRATED GUIDE Natasha Goodfellow, £8.50

This guide is a beautifully illustrated map that folds down to a handy pocket-sized document listing around 85 addresses leading you on a fragrant trail of London’s key floral destinations, from markets and nurseries to botanic and physic gardens via trend-setting florists and flower schools. Presented in an attractive slip case and divided by area. Finch Publishing, www.finchpublishing.co.uk.