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GARDEN NEWS

KNIT ONE

Closely resembling a tea cosy or an upturned
beanie, Keter’s latest planter is as intriguing as it
is innovative. One of the world’s leading plastic
manufacturers, Keter has developed the Knit
collection, a line of indoor and outdoor pots, using
a resin-based material. The Cozies are available
as hanging planters or small and medium-sized
freestanding pots, in teal, white or blush, with a
removable liner to protect plants and a drainage
plug. The planters will join a wider range of
furniture and accessories, produced in the same
Spice garden way. From . www.diy.com

A lick of paint can make all the
difference to doors, especially if they
back out on to a colourful garden in ON TAP
bloom. Pick up the petals and foliage
in the chosen hue, to unite indoor The Petite Fontaine by Laorus is proof
and outdoor areas. Sandtex’s range that just about anything can benefit from
of exterior paints come in 10 Year or a design overhaul. Here, it’s the turn of the
One Coat versions, in gloss or satin, ordinary outdoor tap, which has been given
and there are several shades to choose a new lease of life thanks to a galvanised
from, including the rich, autumnal steel surround. Produced in Charleville-
Spiced Wine, above. The weather- Mézières, in France’s Champagne-
resistant, waterproof 10 Year paint can Ardennes region (known for its metal
be used on wood or metal surfaces and work), the Petite Fontaine was unveiled at
its flexible formula protects it from Maison et Objet and comes in three models
cracking. Or, if you’re in a rush, opt and two sizes. The structure is designed to
for the One Coat Gloss, which is enhance the tap and help it function better
drip-resistant. From for ml. – add on accessories such as a basin, stand-
www.sandtex.co.uk reel for garden hoses and a small shelf for
tools. POA. www.laorus.fr

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