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The 7 Best Garden Hoses – Guidebook

If you want to work regularly in the garden in the summer, a garden hose is almost indispensable. It will save you a lot of time, as you can water your plants without having to refill the watering can several times. It is important that your garden hose is long enough to reach all corners of the garden. But also the material should not be neglected in your choice so that the hose does not become brittle or even crack after a short time.

So that you can care for your plants in the summer without complications, we have created a suitable checklist for you. Here you can read up on the topic of garden hoses and also take a look at our many great product recommendations.

Checklist Garden Hoses

Funktionalität
  • A good garden hose is kink-resistant and hardly twists. This is achieved by incorporating spiral or cross weave, which is visible to you as the customer.
  • Furthermore, a garden hose must remain dimensionally stable when exposed to cold or heat . For hoses of 25 meters or more in length, a hose reel provides support in this regard.
  • For most gardens, a garden hose with an inner diameter of 12.7mm is sufficient. This corresponds to 1/2 inch . If you have a garden with large green areas, better choose 19 mm inner diameter (3/4 inch).
Sicherheit
  • A garden hose should withstand at least the water pressure of 20 bar. Common water connections in the garden have between four and 10 bar.
  • It is important that your garden hose is made of UV-resistantmaterial. Garden hoses without this feature will quickly crack, become brittle or start to stick after exposure to sunlight.
Environment
  • Garden hoses made of PVC often contain toxic plasticizers (phthalates). Good garden h oses are free of phthalates and heavy metals and are labeled as such. Look for this when buying.
  • Empty your garden hose after use. Water residue in the hose leads to lime deposits and promotes algae formation.
  • Rubber hoses have the best eco-balance in comparison.
Alternative Flex- und Gummischläuche
  • Flex hoses often contain harmful substances. If you want to water vegetables and fruit trees or fill up paddling pools with a garden hose, it is better to use a good, classic garden hose. A rubber hose would also be suitable.
  • Rubber hoses are of high quality and usually free of harmful substances. They are expensive and very heavy. A 20-meter rubber hose weighs about 10 kg. They should be free of nitrosamine residues. Good rubber hoses are used in the food industry.
Optimale Länge
  • Determine the length from the water connection to the farthest point of the garden. Be aware of objects that cannot be moved and factor in the detour.
  • Garden hoses usually come in lengths of 10, 15, 20, 30 and 50 meters. Round up your calculated value to the next length. Large hardware stores and some Internet providers have garden hoses by the meter in their assortment.

We have compiled the best and most interesting garden hoses. You can find the list of our product recommendations here.

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The Best Sellers Of Garden Hoses

In a list of bestsellers, we have compiled the most popular garden hoses for you.

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Current Offers Of Garden Hoses

You can find the best current offers on garden hoses in this list.

SaleBestseller Nr. 1
Aqua Joe AJPGH50-PRO HybridFLEX Professional-Grade Kink-Free Abrasion-Resistant Hybrid Polymer Garden Hose w/Dual Swivel Grenade Grips, 500-PSI Burst, 50-Foot x 5/8-Inch and BPA/Phthalate/Lead Ratings
Aqua Joe AJPGH50-PRO HybridFLEX Professional-Grade Kink-Free Abrasion-Resistant Hybrid Polymer Garden Hose w/Dual Swivel Grenade Grips, 500-PSI Burst, 50-Foot x 5/8-Inch and BPA/Phthalate/Lead Ratings
[HEAVY-DUTY]: Male + Female aluminum connectors with heavy-duty end grips; [SAFE]: BPA-Free, Lead-Free, Phthalate-Free!
$44.00 −18%
SaleBestseller Nr. 2
Aqua Joe AJFJH50-58-PRO FiberJacket Non-Expanding Kink-Free Garden, RV, Marine and Camper Hose, Ultra-Lightweight, Drinking Water Safe, ft, 50-Feet x 5/8-Inch
Aqua Joe AJFJH50-58-PRO FiberJacket Non-Expanding Kink-Free Garden, RV, Marine and Camper Hose, Ultra-Lightweight, Drinking Water Safe, ft, 50-Feet x 5/8-Inch
LIGHTWEIGHT: Up to 50% lighter than conventional hoses; Power Source Type: Manual; SAFE: BPA-free, Lead-free and Phthalate-free
$34.00 −14%
SaleBestseller Nr. 3
Flexzilla Garden Hose with SwivelGrip, 5/8 in. x 100 ft., Heavy Duty, Lightweight, Drinking Water Safe, ZillaGreen - HFZG5100YWS-E
Flexzilla Garden Hose with SwivelGrip, 5/8 in. x 100 ft., Heavy Duty, Lightweight, Drinking Water Safe, ZillaGreen - HFZG5100YWS-E
EXTREMELY FLEXIBLE - All weather flexibility; HYBRID POLYMER - Won't kink under pressure, coils easily and lays flat with zero memory
$94.98 −17%

FAQ Garden Hoses

What is a garden hose?

Through a garden hose you can direct water, which is then used to water the garden. Therefore, you no longer need to fill watering cans and you can save the way from the house to the garden

In what lengths are garden hoses available?

Garden hoses are available in many different lengths, most of which are between 20 and 50 meters long. They usually weigh around 10 kilos

Where should I store my garden hose?

There are several ways to store a garden hose. A pure garden hose can be rolled up by hand after use and stored in the basement, for example. A hose cart makes it easy to roll up and transport the garden hose. A hose box can often be placed right next to the faucet, allowing the garden hose to be reeled up and stored right in the garden.

How many liters come out of the garden hose?

This varies depending on the model. However, the diameter of the garden hose plays a role here. This can be up to 12.7mm. On average, however, you can expect up to 20 liters per minute

How much does a garden hose cost?

A garden hose can cost up to 50 euros or more. However, the price depends on the length and quality of the hose

How to clean a garden hose?

You should rinse the hose thoroughly once a week to remove any dirt. You can clean the inside of the garden hose with cleaning agents specially designed for this purpose. To do this, rinse the garden hose thoroughly several times

How much bar does a garden hose have?

A garden hose should be able to withstand a water pressure of 20 bar without showing any signs of damage

How to connect a garden hose?

You can connect a garden hose to your faucet in the garden relatively easily. This usually requires a special adapter. Some manufacturers even include such an adapter in the delivery. If this is not the case, you can of course purchase it separately. However, make sure that the adapter fits your hose

What material is a garden hose made of?

The hose should in no case contain harmful ingredients or heavy metals. Therefore, make sure that the hose is environmentally friendly and rather opt for a rubber hose. These are also of very high quality and will not become brittle even in strong sunlight in the summer, if you choose a model with UV protection

Charlotte is passionate about writing for the Elternkompass. In her free time, her son Emil likes to keep her on her toes and together they spend a lot of time outdoors, walking around their home city of Leipzig. In her product recommendations, Charlotte shares her experiences with you.