Trends for the garden  

Robust, durable hose fittings made of high-grade combinations of plastic and metal set new trends in garden and greenhouse watering technology. The different types of jet nozzle, rose head spray, sprinkler and mister can be quickly and easily assembled without tools. Proof that it is still possible to improve on conventional watering techniques is given by ergonomically designed watering cans, which have a second handle that swivels so that both of the user’s arms and hands take their share of the strain.
The growing tendency among modern gardeners to demand consumer convenience is leading to increased automation of operations when it comes to the category of watering technology. In addition to further improvements to the well-established water computers, which are now equipped with extensive memory functions, easy programming possibilities and large displays, it is radio technology above all that is setting the new standards. Automatic, wireless and accurate to the minute, it can control watering systems, pond pumps and lighting for both home and garden at a distance of up to 200 m.
Eye-catching garden ponds
Adding an ornamental fountain or waterfall to a garden pond tops the list of things that garden enthusiasts would like to do.
Equipping their garden ponds with ornamental fountains or waterfalls is at the top of the shopping list of hobby gardeners. Functional and elegantly designed pond pumps with big inlet filters and sturdy rotors guarantee reliability of operation and longer intervals between cleaning sessions. Pumps with integral controllers make it possible to set the delivery rate precisely and without difficulty. New filter systems ensure clear pond water: micro-organisms in the matting of aquatic plant roots extract excess nutrients from the pond water and limit the amount of suspended matter.
A water feature is an eye-catcher in any pond. The wide range of jets and fountain heads is continuously being expanded and improved. Pond pumps must work reliably. Models with particularly robust rotors are therefore suitable for installation in polluted water. New-style sludge extractors look after cleanliness in ponds by removing bottom deposits. And viewing clarity is provided by a natural product made of turf which counteracts the growth of algae.
Mood-creating lighting
Lighting effects create an idyllic atmosphere.
Lighting in the garden fulfils a variety of purposes. Firstly it provides a romantic atmosphere on warm summer evenings, when illumination…