Especially in summer, the garden hose is the most important utensil in the garden, because without it it is impossible to irrigate properly. If the hose is not being used, it should be stored neatly and without kinks on a hose holder. This not only avoids accidents, it also protects the hose material. What types of hose holders are there? Which hose holder is best for my garden?
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Gardena wall hose holder: garden hose holder as a hanging option for your garden hose and original Gardena system parts, for easy garden irrigation (00241-20)
4.85 EUR To the product| material | plastic |
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| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 25.6 x 12.8 x 13.3 centimeters |
| color | black |
| Weight | 190 grams |
This inconspicuous and compact hose holder offers space for the garden hose as well as for various Gardena system parts such as showers and sprayers, which can also be attached within easy reach. Simply coil up the hose and place it on the hanger. The holder fits a ½ inch (13 mm) garden hose with a length of 35 meters or a 5/8 inch (15 mm) hose with a length of 25 meters or a ¾ inch (19 mm) hose with a length of 20 meters.
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FLORA GUARD Hose Holder, Garden Hose Holder, Metal, Wall Hose Holder Corrosion Resistant Hose Bracket (Gray)
32.84 EUR To the product| material | metal, coated |
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| Dimensions (L x W x H) | k. A |
| color | Gray |
| Weight | k. A |
This hose holder from Flora Guard is made of heavy and stable carbon steel and, according to the manufacturer, holds even water-filled garden hoses up to a length of 125 feet (= approx. 38 metres). But not only the water hose, also power cables or arc welding cables can be hung up neatly and space-savingly. In addition, the steel construction is powder-coated for better weather resistance. Install the hose holder with only a few screws on a fence, wall or brick wall or a wooden, stone or metal pillar installed near the lawn, for example.
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GardenMate hose holder for 40m hose powder-coated wall mounting - Classic
13.95 EUR To the product| material | metal, powder-coated |
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| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 34 x 15 x 19 centimeters |
| color | black |
| Weight | approx. 700 grams |
This hose holder made of powder-coated metal, which comes with an ornament, comes from GardenMate. The powder coating makes the product weather resistant and protects against rust. According to the manufacturer, a garden hose of up to 40 meters in length fits on it, according to customer reports, a standard ¾ inch hose is about 35 meters long. The hose holder is delivered without mounting material - i. H. without screws and dowels - and only needs to be screwed to the desired location. There are two drill holes for hanging attachment.
Purchase Criteria
capacity and size
When buying the hose holder, be sure to pay attention to its size and capacity, after all, your garden hose (unless you buy the hose and holder as a set) must easily fit on it. However, not only the size is important, but also the maximum carrying weight, because cheap holders made of thin plastic are not particularly stable in this respect: after all, a 30 meter long, rolled-up garden hose is not exactly a lightweight. This is especially true if there is still water in it or if you do not completely unroll the hose for watering and the water therefore also runs over the holder. The hose holder must be able to withstand this additional weight.
material and processing
Special requirements are placed on the material of a hose holder, after all, the holder must be extremely robust and stable and be able to withstand a lot of weight. If you don't want to attach the bracket in the garden shed but outside, the material should also be weather-resistant. This means that neither exposure to sunlight nor moisture, heat or cold should make the material flexible or porous. This is where hose holders made of metal score, which are particularly durable - but also heavier and more expensive than those made of plastic. With regard to processing, you should ensure that the bracket does not have any sharp edges that could damage the hose.
roll-up support
If you decide on a hose reel, the roll-up support is an important purchase criterion. With simple hose holders, on the other hand, this point can be neglected. A reel-up support is the winding mechanism that ensures that the garden hose is wound up neatly. With some more expensive models, this is done automatically, so you no longer have to work with it. With cheaper ones, on the other hand, this system works like with a vacuum cleaner: the garden hose is pulled back in with a slight pull. Solutions with an electric motor are particularly convenient, but also very expensive. our recommendation
Gardena wall-mounted hose box 35 roll-up automatic: pivoting hose reel, 35 m Gardena quality hose, short locking stops, incl. wall bracket, system parts and syringe (8024-20)
358.12 EUR To the producthose routing
The type of hose routing is also relevant for hose reels, although not every model has it. The hose guide ensures that the garden hose is wound evenly on the reel. This avoids pressure points, which in turn can lead to material damage or reduced water pressure. In addition, a hose that is wound up evenly is not subject to irregular stress and thus wear out unevenly. our recommendation
GARDENA Classic wall-mounted hose reel 60 with hose guide roller: For easy wall mounting, with drip stop, angled connection, high capacity, space-saving (2650-20)
49.45 EUR To the product youtubefrequently asked Questions
What is a hose holder?
In short, a hose holder is a device for storing a garden hose so it doesn't get left lying around in the garden (and possibly tripped over) and kinked. The hose holder ensures that the garden always looks tidy, that you always have your garden hose to hand without having to search for it for a long time and that you don't simply have to carry it into a corner of the garden shed after use.
Why do I need a hose holder?
First of all, a hose holder keeps things tidy: the garden hose is not lying around somewhere in the way, but is in a fixed place. This not only allows you to find it again quickly, but also saves you a lot of space. In addition, properly rolling up the garden hose on a hose holder has a positive effect on its service life: the material is protected, at best it is protected from the sun and other weather influences and remains kink-free.
What types of hose holders are there?
Hose holders can look and function very differently. The simplest solution are simple positions on which the rolled-up garden hose is placed. So-called hose reels, which are either fixed to a wall or are mobile, offer more convenience. They make it easier to roll up the garden hose by working with a roll-up support or even with an automatic roll-up. These alternatives are also known as hose reels or hose trolleys.
Which manufacturers offer high-quality hose holders?
The selection of different suppliers of garden hoses and hose holders is very large. When buying, make sure to stick with a manufacturer with a specific system. Gardena or Kärcher offer various plug-in systems in which the individual components are precisely matched to one another. This means that if you already have a Gardena garden hose, you should also choose a hose holder from the same manufacturer - then everything will definitely fit together perfectly and there will be no problems with different sizes.
How much does a hose reel cost?
How much you spend on a hose holder depends on both the manufacturer and the model you choose. Simple brackets are available very cheaply for a few euros, although the big brands are of course a bit more expensive than no-name products. Automatic hose reels with a motor, on the other hand, cost significantly more than 100 euros, but are also particularly practical. Hose boxes, hose reels without a motor and other mounting options are priced somewhere in between, depending on the manufacturer and model.
How long does my garden hose need to be?
The length of your garden hose and therefore the capacity of your hose holder depends on the size of your garden. Garden hoses are usually between 10 and 35 meters long. You can determine the correct length by measuring the distance between the nearest water connection and the furthest corner of the garden. The easiest way to do this is with a laid out rope.
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Gardena Comfort FLEX hose 13 mm (1/2 inch), 30 m: dimensionally stable, flexible garden hose with power grip profile, made of high-quality spiral fabric, 25 bar bursting pressure, without system parts (18036-20)
29.64 EUR To the productA high-quality garden hose is indispensable so that you don't have to water your garden with a watering can in your hand. This should consist of a material that is as robust as possible, which is also weather-resistant (especially against solar radiation!) and flexible. Suitable connections ensure that several hoses can be connected to one another, for example for an irrigation system (€32.95) in the garden.