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The coronavirus pandemic
has shown us how

important home becomes
in times of crisis.

estrictions on our freedom the garden, care for living things and
of movement heighten our appreciate the wide range and different
perception of our home as a place types of vegetables.
Rof sanctuary, where we feel safe
and secure. This has generated the desire Sunny spots are ideal for vegetable patches.
to use open areas and get creative with the Larger plants that take up a lot of space are
outside garden space. easy to reach even when planted toward
the back of the garden bed, while smaller
Gardening provides a constant source of vegetables are best positioned at the front.
new projects for plant-lovers to get excited
about – whether they’re newcomers or old Soil preparation is extremely important and
hands. Every step of the way, from dreaming using the correct tools makes this task easy
up new ideas through to mapping them and effortless. The GARDENA combisystem
out and making them a reality, is filled with range of tools offers a solution to all types
moments of insight and joy. of activities involved in preparing the soil –
from tilling the soil, removing weeds, and
In order to keep the garden looking clean raking, to cultivating. The combisystem
and fresh, there are some key activities that works on the principle of one handle that
need to take place, especially during Spring is interchangeable with a wide range of
and Summer. Here are some tips and ideas different tool heads.
that can help every gardener, no matter the
size of the project. The GARDENA combisystem Garden Hoe
offers two functions in one: the hoe is
1. Vegetable gardens for beginners used to loosen the soil and weeds without
Vegetable patches are suitable for new stepping on the vegetable patch, and the
gardeners of all ages. Fresh shoots quickly rake is used to remove the weeds.
lead to a sense of achievement – and to
edible results! Among other things, they 2. Composting at home
teach children to find their way around In addition to care and water, plants need

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