5 Must-Have Power Tools for Landscaping

Landscaping is not just about maintaining a beautiful outdoor space; it's also about efficiency and productivity. To transform your outdoor spaces, you need the right tools, and the quality of those tools can significantly impact your landscaping projects. In this blog, we'll focus on five essential landscaping tools, exploring features of each. Let's delve into the specifics of these tools and see how they make landscaping easier and more enjoyable.

WHAT IS LANDSCAPING?

Landscaping involves a wide range of tasks aimed at enhancing and maintaining outdoor spaces. These tasks include but are not limited to planting and caring for gardens, lawns, and trees, as well as designing and constructing features like pathways, decks, and patios. The goal of landscaping is to craft outdoor areas that are visually appealing, meeting the requirements of homeowners or businesses.

WHY BUY LANDSCAPING TOOLS AT STIHL SHOP

At STIHL SHOP we provide not only top quality products but also top quality service. We understand the importance of keeping your tools running so that you can deliver a top quality service to your customers.

ON-GOING TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR YOUR TOOLS

Whether it's two-stroke, four-stroke, electric or battery-powered, our dedictaed team of factory-trained and certified STIHL technicians possess the knowledge to service and maintain your power tool. Our STIHL SHOP service centres are fully equipped with cutting-edge diagnosis tools, guaranteeing that your machine runs seamlesly as inteded and getting you back up and running as fast as possible. Trust us to keep your machine performing at its best.

SERVICE YOUR OWN STIHL TOOLS

STIHL tools are crafted and designed for durability, and by maintaining them well, you can enhance their lifespan, ensuring optimal performance and safe usage. Our service kits, equipped with air filters, spark plugs, and fuel filters, allow you to perform your own essential maintenance. By periodically replacing these components, you'll maximize the longevity of your STIHL tool.

MINIMUM 10 YEARS SPARE PARTS

Investing in STIHL tools is a decision you won't regret. We stock spare parts for a minimum of 10 years after a product becomes obsolete, demonstrating our commitment to enabling you to use your power tool for longer. Authentic spare parts can be recognized by the STIHL logo or the stylized "S" parts symbol.

STIHL COURTESY PROGRAMME*

Even top-notch Gardening Power Tools require maintenance. When you bring your Chainsaw, Hedge Trimmer, Line Trimmer, Lawnmower, or Blower to your nearest STIHL SHOP for servicing or repair, we can provide you with a Battery-powered courtesy product to keep you going, similar to the way you receive a courtesy car during a car service.

*Available at participating retailers. Subject to product availability.

LAWNMOWERS FOR LANDSCAPING

Lawnmowers are the backbone of lawn maintenance and landscaping. Lawnmowers contribute to the overall health and appearance of the lawn by ensuring even grass height, preventing weed growth and regular mowing also promotes better water absorption and nutrient distribution in the soil, fostering a lush and vibrant lawn.

Lawnmowers come in various types, each designed for specific needs. Push mowers are ideal for smaller to mid-sized lawns. Self-propelled mowers are excellent for stepper lawns, as they have a drive mechanism that propels the mower forward and does most of the work for you. For professional-grade landscaping or lifestyle blocks, ride-on mowers make quick work of large lawns. Lastly, robotic mowers, which are autonomous devices mow the lawn automatically and are usually connected to an app on your phone.

STIHL iMOW® ROBOTIC MOWER

The STIHL iMOW® Robotic Mower takes the chore out of lawn maintenance, working silently and efficiently to ensure your lawn stays perfectly groomed very time. With its automated and customizable features, you can enjoy consistently well-trimmed lawns tailored to your garden's unique needs. While in operation, the iMOW® finely shreds grass clippings, naturally fertilizing the lawn through mulching. This promotes healthy growth while eliminating the need for clippings collection or disposal. Plus, when its work is done or it needs recharging, the iMOW® autonomously returns to its docking station. The best part is that you don't have to lift a finger.

Explore our range of STIHL iMOW® Robotic Mowers.

SHOP LAWNMOWERS FOR LANDSCAPING AT STIHL

STIHL SHOP offers a variety of lawnmowers, including push mowers, self-propelled mowers, and variable-speed mowers, available in both petrol and battery options as well as robotic mowers. Explore our range of lawnmowers at STIHL SHOP and discover the perfect mower to keep your lawn pristine than an equivalent battery model.

HEDGE TRIMMERS FOR LANDSCAPING

Hedge trimmers are must-have tools in landscaping, used for pruning, trimming, and maintaining hedges, trees, plants, and shrubs. They offer a convenient alternative to manual shears, making garden maintenance a breeze. Hedge trimmers are available in two primary power options: petrol and battery.

PETROL HEDGE TRIMMERS

Petrol hedge trimmers are known for their robust performance and long runtimes, making them ideal for extensive landscaping tasks. They are typically more powerful than their battery counterparts, making them suitable for trimming large, thick hedges and shrubs, however they can be heavier and noisier.

BATTERY HEDGE TRIMMERS

Battery hedge trimmers offer the advantage of being quiet, emission-free, easy to use, and provide the freedom to move around your garden or landscaping areas. Battery hedge trimmers also have long runtimes on a single charge and their portability and eco-friendliness make them a popular choice for both homeowners and professionals.

SHOP HEDGETRIMMERS FOR LANDSCAPING AT STIHL

Both petrol and battery hedge trimmers come in various models, with different features and cutting capacities. These options cater to the specific needs of users, whether for professional landscaping or DIY garden maintenance.

Whether you need a cordless battery or petrol hedge trimmer, STIHL has you covered. Explore our selection to find the perfect tool for maintaining your hedges and shrubs.

CHAINSAWS FOR LANDSCAPING

Chainsaws are essential tools in landscaping, serving various purposes like tree felling, pruning, and cutting. These robust tools come in different types, each tailored to specific landscaping needs.

PETROL CHAINSAWS

Petrol chainsaws offer powerful performance, making them ideal for heavy-duty tasks like felling large trees. They are known for their endurance and ability to handle the most demanding landscaping projects. Petrol chainsaws are often the choice of professional landscapers due to their reliability and efficiency.

BATTERY CHAINSAWS

Battery chainsaws are more suitable for lighter landscaping work - they are quieter and are easier to handle. Additionally, battery chainsaws provide a balance of power and portability, making them versatile for various outdoor projects. One of the biggest advantages of a battery chainsaw in Landscaping is how easy it is to start; this is especially beneficial when working on projects that requires constant stopping and starting.

SHOP CHAINSAW FOR LANDSCAPING AT STIHL

STIHL SHOP offers a wide selection of petrol and battery chainsaws, including models suitable for both home users and professionals. Our chainsaws are built with high-quality materials and packed with features to make your landscaping tasks efficient and safe.

LEAF BLOWERS FOR LANDSCAPING

Leaf blowers are invaluable tools in landscaping, providing ultimate convenience in the constant fight against fallen leaves and debris. These versatile machines quickly and efficiently clear outdoor spaces of leaves, grass clippings, and other debris, giving you a neat and pristine appearance with less effort than using a garden rake or broom.

When it comes to leaf blowers, there are primarily three types to consider: handheld, vacuum blower and backpack.

HANDHELD LEAF BLOWERS

Handheld leaf blowers are compact and lightweight, making them super easy to maneuver for precise work. Perfect for small to medium-sized yards, they're incredibly portable, allowing you to reach tight corners and narrow spaces with ease.

VACUUM BLOWERS

Another type of leaf blower to consider is the Vacuum Blower, which combines the functions of a shredder and a blower into one easy-to-use tool. With just a few clicks, you can convert the vacuum shredder into a blower and go from blowing leaves and debris to shredding grass and hedge clippings.

BACKPACK LEAF BLOWERS

Backpack leaf blowers are the workhorses of landscaping. Tailored for bigger tasks like clearing large lawns, driveways, and commercial spaces, they're worn like a backpack to evenly distribute weight. This helps reduce strain on the arms and shoulders during long periods of use.

SHOP LEAF BLOWERS FOR LANDSCAPING AT STIHL

Discover the ideal tool for your landscaping needs at STIHL SHOP with our range of petrol and battery leaf blowers. Whether you need a handheld blower or the strength of a backpack blower, we offer a variety of options to help you keep your outdoor space looking pristine.

WATER BLASTERS FOR LANDSCAPING

Water blasters, or pressure washers, are time saving tools for landscaping and outdoor upkeep. They provide a powerful and efficient way to clean a range of surfaces, from patios and decks to driveways and fences. At STIHL SHOP we have a range of either electric and petrol models, each tailored to specific tasks.

ELECTRIC WATER BLASTERS

Electric water blasters are great at handling tough dirt, making them perfect for cleaning around your home, garden, and car. They're user-friendly, lightweight, and ideal for smaller tasks.

PETROL WATER BLASTERS

Petrol water blasters provide excellent cleaning performance, offering power and durability for all outdoor cleaning tasks. They're perfect for larger surfaces and tougher stains, making them a popular choice for professional landscapers. Also, petrol Water Blasters don't require you to be close to a power source so they can offer more versatility.

SHOP WATER BLASTERS FOR LANDSCAPING AT STIHL

Discover the power of STIHL Water Blasters at STIHL SHOP. We offer a diverse range of water blasters designed to tackle the toughest cleaning tasks. Whether it's your home, garden, or vehicle, our water blasters have you covered.

Landscaping is not just about maintaining a beautiful outdoor space; it's also about efficiency and productivity. Essential power tools like lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, leaf blowers, and water blasters are key to achieving landscaping goals. At STIHL SHOP, we provide a wide range of high-quality power tools designed to make your landscaping efforts more efficient and effective.