Monday, July 7, 2008

Garden Hoses Basics


The good old garden hose — it saves time and steps. You can just drag it out to the right spot, turn it on, let it go, and come back later. Coil it up when it’s not in use. Keep it for years. Simple, right?
Well, not always. Cheap hoses and older ones have an annoying flaw: They kink and tangle. If you aren’t watching, you can waste water and sometimes harm plants as the hose lashes around. Then you have the problem of hoses that crack, burst, and leak after being left out in the sun or run over by the car, or that just break down after what seems like not very much use. Read on for some important considerations when buying a garden hose.

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