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Posted: 2022-07-16T10:00:09Z | Updated: 2022-07-16T10:00:09Z You Need An Expandable Garden Hose ASAP This Summer | HuffPost Life

You Need An Expandable Garden Hose ASAP This Summer

Prepare for your mind to be blown.

There comes a time in every 20- and 30-something-year-old’s life when they are suddenly, without explanation, thinking about garden hoses. And how to keep squirrels away from flowers. And, you know, how to most effectively cut the lawn.

Suddenly, all those things your parents were worrying about when you were growing up about are somehow your worries, too. Luckily for all of us, though, there are much more effective and convenient household tools around these days than there were for our parents.

Take garden hoses, for example. Thanks to expandable hoses, that boring chore of struggling to coil and wind a giant garden hose into a tiny pile is no more. There are a ton of expandable hoses on the market, but there is one that seems to be a particular fan favorite. 

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Meet the Jiaro 2022 50-foot expandable garden hose.
The best thing about this hose is that its long enough to cover every single corner of your backyard but only takes up a fraction of the space. It can expand from 16 feet to 50 feet when water is flowing. According to reviews, you dont have to worry about it being too bulky or taking up too much space when its coiled up, either.

As one happy customer wrote: This hose is what you need! It's not all bulky and laying bunched up because you can't roll it tight enough due to the material... This hose is compact and flattens down and comes with the piece to wrap the hose around and hang up when finished. It stretches all the way from one side of my yard to almost the other side. It comes with a spray nozzle and thread tape .. you won't be disappointed I'm pretty sure of that!!
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It's extremely lightweight and takes up no space at all.
One of the most annoying aspects of a traditional rubber hose is just how heavy it can be. This one is less than 6 pounds, making it easy to use no matter your age or physical limitations. Customers also agree it makes it much easier to manipulate and maneuver around the house or a large yard.

One person wrote: The item was delivered quickly. The hose is so lightweight and functioned as it claimed it would when I ordered it. So much better than having to drag two 50 foot rubber hoses up to a second floor balcony to use. When your job is complete the hose drains easily and returns to its original, lightweight size. So easy!!
It's got nine different spray patterns.
Angle, shower, soaker, full, mist, flat, cone, center or jet -- take your pick.

Before You Go

11 Gardening Essentials to Get Now Before Its Too Late
Brown Mulch(01 of11)
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Is mulch the most glamorous of gardening essentials? Not exactly, but its extremely necessary, and it's magic if you can get it delivered to your door. Timberlines Brown Mulch is made with naturally harvested wood and clay-based dye thats environmentally safe. This 38-pound bag will help protect plants and control weed growth. (credit:Target)
Garden soil(02 of11)
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While youre ordering your mulch, you may as well stock up on a bag of garden soil, too. This bag of soil is enriched with continuous release plant food, which will feed plants for up to three months and improve existing soil for stronger roots. (credit:Walmart)
A good pair of gardening gloves (03 of11)
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Gardening can be very relaxing, but its hard on the hands. These shibori gardening gloves are chic, yes, but theyre also durable, comfortable and will protect your hands from the wear and tear that comes with gardening. (credit:Walmart)
Heavy duty pruning shears(04 of11)
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Any seasoned gardener knows that a strong pair of pruning shears is crucial when youre working with trees, shrubs, hedges and rose bushes. Equipped with a cushioned handle and safety lock, you cant go wrong with these ones. (credit:Walmart)
A cute little garden stool, so you're not on your knees too much(05 of11)
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Gardening requires a lot of time in an awkward position. You need to be level with your plants, which typically means a lot of pressure on the knees. But heres a secret: You dont have to kneel to garden efficiently. An ergonomically designed seat like this one is exactly what you need to stay comfortable and injury-free while you garden. (credit:Walmart)
A really good shovel(06 of11)
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Youre going to have to do some digging when you garden, so make sure you have a good shovel on hand. This shovel has an extruded aluminum handle and double-bolted connections for strength and durability. (credit:Walmart)
A set of vegetable heirloom garden seeds(07 of11)
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If youre looking to plant a bountiful vegetable garden this year and feel comfortable planting seeds, look no further than this set of 40 heirloom vegetable garden seeds, which are 100% non-GMO and include cucumbers, beets, tomatoes, watermelons, radishes and many more. (credit:Walmart)
A wagon(08 of11)
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People have used wheelbarrows to transport soil, gravel, mulch and plants. And while a lot of people still use wheelbarrows, a high-quality wagon will work just as well, if not better. This one has a quick-release dumping system and can hold up to to 600 pounds. (credit:Walmart)
Heavy duty scissors(09 of11)
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When you need to do some serious pruning, shears are essential. But when you want to do more careful cutting, a pair of stainless steel scissors like these ones will do the trick. These scissors are designed to cut thicker materials, so you wont hurt your hand (or break your scissors) in the process. (credit:Walmart)
A raised garden bed(10 of11)
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Raised beds warm up more quickly in the spring and drain better, which means your garden will have a lower growing season. If this is appealing to you, this attractive, stable and durable garden bed thats easy to assemble is an excellent option. (credit:Walmart)
A tower for your tomatoes(11 of11)
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Tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables to grow in the summer months, but they require an adequate structure to stay propped up. This three-panel tomato tower structure forms a triangle around your tomatoes, keeping them upright and healthy all summer long. (credit:Walmart)

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