Haxnicks

Haxnicks The original makers of Vigoroot, Rootrainers, Potato Patio Planters & Easy Tunnel cloches
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We make Rootrainers™, Easy Tunnels™, Patio Planters™ and many other innovative and easy to use grow-your-own products. We have stockists up and down the country, supply most major garden centre chains and retail outlets and offer legendary customer service (call us and find out!)

19/05/2026

🌿 Grow More, Even in Small Spaces🌿

Turning bare walls into blooming corners — the new Haxnicks Wall Pot Holder makes vertical gardening beautifully simple. Paired with our Soft Ties, your plants stay supported, secure, and gently guided as they grow.

Perfect for patios, balconies, and anyone ready to squeeze a little more magic out of their space 🌱✨





15/05/2026

🌿 Grow More, Water Less. 🌿

Meet the Self-Watering Tower — the easiest way to grow tomatoes, herbs, and greens when space is tight but your harvest dreams aren’t. Just fill, plant, and let the tower do the hard work while you enjoy the picking 🍅✨





14/05/2026

❄️A Bit of A Frosty start 🥦

​Oh, the joys of the British weather! One minute we’re dreaming of summer salads, and the next, Mother Nature decides to give our vegetable plots a rather chilly wake-up call. If your tender young shoots are looking a little disheartened this morning, don't despair—even the most seasoned gardener gets caught out by a rogue frost!

​​The best way to future proof your plot Is to break out the Victorian Bell Cloches or a bit of heavy-duty fleece. A little extra cover goes a long way in keeping the kitchen garden on track.
Nature is remarkably tough, and with a little patience, your plot will be back to its vibrant self in no time. Chin up, wellies on! 🧤🥕

08/05/2026

Give your plants a hug that actually helps! 🤗🌿

​Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there: reaching for a bit of scratchy old twine or a plastic zip-tie only to find it’s "throttling" our prize-winning tomatoes or bruising those delicate rose stems. Ouch.

​Enter the Soft Tie—the original and still the best. It’s got a tough, galvanized steel core for strength, but it’s wrapped in a super-soft, UV-stabilized rubber "cushion."

​Why you (and your plants) will love it:

​Gentle on Stems: No more bruising or "strangling" as your plants grow.

​Reusable for Years: It doesn’t rot or degrade in the sun. Just untwist, wash, and use it again next season!

​Cut-to-Size: Whether it’s a heavy-laden fruit tree or a tiny indoor monstera, you get the perfect fit every time.

​It’s basically the ultimate "handyman’s accessory" for the shed, the greenhouse, and even that messy kitchen drawer. 🛠️✨

​Ready to swap the struggle for the soft touch? Tap the link in our bio to stock up on the gardener’s best friend.

06/05/2026

🌿 One Plot, Three Solutions: Which Plant Protection Do You Need? 👇

​Ever looked at your growing veg and wondered how to give them the absolute best start in life? The secret isn’t magic—it’s just choosing the right barrier for the job! 💚

​In this reel, we’re breaking down three of our absolute garden favourites. Here is exactly how (and why!) they work to keep your plot happy, healthy, and chemical-free:

​1. The Easy Micromesh Tunnel

​The Problem: Tiny, pesky invaders like Carrot Fly, Cabbage White butterflies, and aphids ruining your hard work.

​The Solution: This is the ultimate physical barrier. Made with an ultra-fine 0.6\text{mm} \times 0.6\text{mm} mesh, it keeps the smallest pests out while letting air, sunlight, and rain filter through perfectly. Plus, it folds out like an accordion—no fussy assembly required!

​2. The Micromesh Pest & Wind Barrier

​The Problem: Harsh, chilly winds battering delicate young seedlings, or low-flying pests making a frontline charge at your crops.

​The Solution: Think of this as a protective micro-climate wall. It curves beautifully around any plot shape to deflect cold winds and stop low-flying pests in their tracks, all while keeping your soil warm and sheltered.

​3. The Easy Poly Tunnel Cloche

​The Problem: Unpredictable weather, late frosts, or wanting to get a head start on the growing season.

​The Solution: This clever cloche acts like a cosy miniature greenhouse. It warms the soil early in the spring, retains crucial moisture, and guards tender plants against heavy downpours and frosts.

​✨ Ready to level up your pest protection?

Whether you're battling the bugs, chickens or defying the British weather, we’ve got your crops covered.

​🔗 Click the link to shop our Easy Tunnels and Barriers range today!

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30/04/2026

🥬 Protect Your Vegetables 🥬

Strong sun, hungry pests, unpredictable weather — your plants deal with a lot.

That’s why our Micromesh Barrier is designed to do one job exceptionally well: protect your crops without slowing their growth.

The ultra‑fine mesh keeps out even the tiniest insects, while still allowing air, light, and water to flow naturally. No chemicals. No fuss. Just reliable, season‑long protection that helps your veg grow healthier and stronger.

If you’re growing this year, this is the barrier that makes a real difference 🌱✨









26/04/2026

🌿 Grow with Confidence 🌿

A quick reminder for summer growers: tender crops thrive when they’re protected.

Our Micromesh Tunnels let in light, air, and water while keeping pests out — giving your plants the calm, steady conditions they need to grow strong 🌿✨









31/03/2026

🫛Broad Beans, Ready For The Great Outdoors 🫛

There’s something so satisfying about watching strong, healthy broad beans make the leap from deep Rootrainers to the garden bed. These little powerhouses have been growing long, straight roots—now they’re ready to stretch out under the spring sky.

To keep them cosy, protected, and thriving, we’ve tucked them beneath a Haxnicks Easy Tunnel. It shields young plants from chilly winds, hungry pests, and unpredictable spring weather… giving them the perfect start to the season.

A simple setup, a big difference, and a garden full of promise.

✨ Happy growing!

🌶️How to Start Chilli Seeds the Right Way🌶️There’s something wonderfully grounding about starting chilli seeds while the...
28/03/2026

🌶️How to Start Chilli Seeds the Right Way🌶️

There’s something wonderfully grounding about starting chilli seeds while the garden is still shaking off winter. A warm windowsill, a little patience, and suddenly you’ve got tiny seedlings full of promise.

If you’re sowing chillies in the UK, here are three simple ways to set them up for success:

✨ Keep them cosy — sow from late January to March and give them a warm, steady start.

✨ Give them all the light you can — leggy seedlings are just reaching for sunshine. A bright spot or grow lights make all the difference.

✨ Pot them on gradually — chillies prefer to grow up in stages, not leap into giant pots.

Small steps now lead to stronger plants, bigger harvests, and that unbeatable feeling of growing your own heat from seed. 🌱🔥

Who’s sowing chillies this season?

09/02/2026

🌱 Grow More, Worry Less 🌱

This s February enjoy the simple joy of watching new life push through the soil.

From cosy seedlings to early spring 🌱 prep, our tools are here to make growing feel easier, calmer, and a little more magical.

Address

Mapperton Barn House, Mere
Wiltshire
BA126LH

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441747861601

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