Celebrating 40 years of successful gardening innovations, Gardena has evolved into one of the world's most reputable producers of intelligent garden-care products and watering solutions within the space of only a few decades.

Gardeners familiar with the distinctive orange and grey "click and go" accessories, will delight in the launch of Gardena’s state of the art garden hoses to complement the extensive water efficient range in Australia and New Zealand which includes the Original System connectors, spray and trigger guns, water timers, hose reels and trolleys, a full range of pumps, secateurs, loppers and hedge trimmers.

The innovative range of hoses is advanced yet easy to operate and caters to every possible watering need. The patented knitting technology ensures that the hoses do not kink or twist and retain their original shape under high pressure. Garden lovers should prepare to be amazed by their unique ‘Skin Technology,’ a coating that actually repels dirt and increases durability while displaying ultimate easy slide and easy wind qualities.

All Gardena hoses are UV stabilised to prevent sun damage, which is particularly important considering the harsh Australian climate. They also feature a treated black inner layer that resists algal growth. The water-saving water stop valve connector guarantees water efficiency, making the range environmentally friendly.

No matter what you require, from everyday watering or heavy duty watering, there is a perfect product. All hoses come in different diameters of 12mm and 18mm and lengths of 10 metre (Classic only), 15, 18 and 30 metre. They are easy to wind and slide all over the garden.

Dan Carman, General Manager, Husqvarna Consumer Division said, “We are excited to be introducing Gardena hoses to the Australasian markets for the first time. When coupled with our innovative water saving products and reliable connections, gardeners are assured that Gardena products are the most effective and efficient when it comes to responsible water management.”

“Australians love their gardens and it is our aim to make garden maintenance a more enjoyable experience. The addition of the hose range means gardeners can for the first time make their garden a complete Gardena watering system solution with quality products from tap to the application.

“With over 70% of Gardena’s watering range products manufactured in Australasia, we are proud to bring Gardena in house as of 1 January, 2009.” continued Carman. “We are strongly positioned to provide our gardeners with more choice and the best options to suit the ever changing and demanding Australian climate.”

Gardena’s aim is to enhance the gardening experience and ensure maximum enjoyment of any garden. The innovative, comprehensive product range is designed to provide a premium, long-lasting solution for every type of gardening need.

Gardena, engineered in Germany is fully owned by Husqvarna, the global leader in outdoor power and garden products. Gardena is Europe’s leading brand in watering solutions and operates in over 100 countries, developing and manufacturing innovative products designed to enhance the gardening experience and ensuring the maximum enjoyment of any garden. With Gardena, you can truly ‘ live your garden’.

Gardena products are available from all quality retailers and garden centres.

Visit www.gardena.com or www.husqvarna.com.au.

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For media enquires please contact Christine Bolt at Pesel & Carr on 03 9663 0886, 0411 135 316 or christine.bolt@peselandcarr.com.au

For product information call Simone Geiselmann 03 9706 5355 simone.geiselmann@husqvarna.com.au


Husqvarna Consumer Division is part of the Husqvarna Outdoor Products group. Husqvarna is the world’s leading producer of innovative solutions for outdoor power equipment and accessories. A tradition of quality is built in to every brand and product sold; Flymo, McCulloch, Poulan, Weedeater, Talon and Gardena.