How the right gloves simplify summer garden care

Summer is when the garden demands the most attention. Plants are growing quickly, weeds are establishing fast, and regular maintenance becomes a weekly job rather than an occasional one.

Having the right pair of gloves makes those tasks easier, more comfortable and far more effective. As specialists in protective gardening gloves, Town & Country designs ranges tailored to different garden jobs, helping gardeners work with better grip, protection and control throughout the season.

Pruning and working with thorny plants

Roses, brambles and woody shrubs are at their toughest in summer, and without the right protection, pruning can quickly become uncomfortable work. The Comfort Fit Leather Glove  is designed for these everyday pruning tasks. With reinforced palms and finger protection, it helps guard against thorns while still allowing flexibility for shaping and general garden maintenance.

For more demanding pruning or heavier landscaping work, the Artisan glove collection offers a step up in protection. Made from premium full-grain leather, the gloves mould to the hand over time for a secure, comfortable fit, delivering durable protection for tougher, more intensive tasks.

Weeding and detailed border work

Summer borders need regular attention to stop weeds competing with established plants. For these lighter, more precise tasks, dexterity is key.

The Weedmaster Bamboo Glove is lightweight and highly flexible, making it ideal for weeding and other close-up garden work where control matters more than bulky protection.

 Planting, potting and general garden maintenance

From refreshing containers to planting out summer beds, most gardeners need a reliable all-purpose glove they can wear for longer periods.

The Master Gardener Lite glove offers a balance of comfort and practicality, making it a go-to option for everyday tasks such as potting, planting and general tidying around the garden.

Wet conditions and summer watering

Even in warmer months, gardening often means working in damp soil or wet conditions, particularly when planting or handling compost.

The MasterGRIP Waterproof glove is designed for exactly this, offering 100% waterproof protection alongside a textured grip and double coating of latex to help maintain control when conditions are wet or muddy.

Tougher garden jobs

For heavier tasks such as shifting compost, clearing garden waste or tackling rougher ground, a more durable glove is essential.

Flexi-Riggers gloves provide additional protection and durability while still maintaining a comfortable fit, making them suitable for more demanding summer garden work.

Eco- friendly gardening

For gardeners looking to make more sustainable choices, the ECO-Flex Finess gloves  are made using recycled ocean-bound plastic, with each pair incorporating the equivalent of around one recycled plastic bottle. Lightweight and breathable, they are designed for more detailed garden tasks where grip and dexterity are still important.

Gardening for kids

Getting children involved in the garden is easier when they have gloves that fit properly and feel comfortable to wear. Town & Country’s range of colourful gloves for children is designed with smaller hands in mind, offering protection alongside bright, fun designs that encourage young gardeners to get stuck in.

For more information about Town & Country and to visit the full product range, visit www.townandco.com.ENDS

Notes to editors

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Comfort Fit Leather Glove – RRP £14.99

Artisan glove collection – RRP from £19.99

Weedmaster Plus £6.99

Master Gardener Lite – RRP £5.99 

MasterGRIP Waterproof – RRP £10.99 

Flexi-Riggers Green – RRP £9.99

ECO-Flex Finesse Gloves – RRP £8.99 

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Editors notes

Town & Country is recognised as one of the UK’s leading gardening brands and offers one of the most comprehensive collections of gardening gloves, footwear and accessories. Bringing the very best in style, quality, functionality and performance, Town & Country keep a close eye on the latest fashion trends, colours, patterns and designs in order to continuously develop its ranges.

Town & Country is a division of E P Barrus; a British Company with over 100 years trading experience. Barrus has a strong sales, distribution and engineering focus and is the power behind leading brands in the garden machinery and tools sector, marine, powered products and industrial engine markets.