The Royal Horticultural Society has confirmed its endorsement of what is described as a ‘revolutionary’ new garden tool range from its long-term licensing partner, Burgon & Ball.
The patent-pending BoronGreen range offers a unique innovation: a combination of Boron steel and recycled steel that combines sound sustainability credentials with strength and durability.
The steel used in the tool heads is 80% recycled, which is believed to be a first in UK gardening tools. In another environmentally focused innovation, the FSC-certified white ash wood used in the products is sourced from sustainably managed forests.
The tools also offer superior performance thanks to the addition of the element boron to carbon steel.
The 17-strong range includes garden spades and forks, rakes, mid-handled tools, a trowel and a hand fork among others.
It was introduced last September at Glee and will officially launch at retail in late February.
“We’re thrilled with the sustainability of the BoronGreen range, its suitability for both new and experienced gardeners alike and, of course, the astonishing strength and durability of the tools,” commented Cathy Snow, licensing manager at the RHS. “BoronGreen gives retailers something truly unique to offer gardeners and we are sure will be another major success for our partnership with Burgon & Ball.”
Rainer Schubert, md at Burgon & Ball, added: “BoronGreen marks a revolution in gardening tools, one which presents a truly unique and compelling proposition: advanced environmental credentials that set a new standard for sustainability along with superior benefits over traditional carbon tools. Add accessible pricing and, of course, the endorsement of the UK’s best-loved gardening charity, and the quality and appeal of this outstanding range is undeniable.”
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