Many people find enjoyment relaxing in their own green space or getting their hands dirty transforming their garden, and these activities are great for positively impacting health. The benefits of connecting to nature, and nurturing lawns, plants and vegetables are diverse, impacting both physical and psychological health.
A study by the University of Exeter and the Royal Horticultural Society adds to the evidence that caring for lawns and spending time gardening provides real value to people’s lives. The research found that whilst 61% of people who don’t make use of their garden experience poor overall health, 71% of the people who regularly look after their garden report good general health – concluding that people who utilise their outdoor space experience benefits to their health and well-being. This includes reduced blood pressure and stress and increased confidence and self-esteem.
Peter Chaloner, managing director of Cobra which manufacturers powered garden machinery and boasts the UK’s largest range of lawnmowers, recognises the importance of getting outside and gardening: “Immersing yourself in nature and creating a beautiful, outdoor space of your own is vital in helping to create a healthier and happier society. At Cobra, we want to make it as easy as possible for people to look after their lawns, and our tools offer ease and convenience, so no task is too tiring – leaving you with more time to enjoy being in the great outdoors.”
Cobra has an impressive collection of electric, petrol, battery, and cordless products from lawnmowers to hedge trimmers, strimmers and blowers and much more. They all offer style, reliability, and power, but each benefit from unique features ensuring that there is a product for every need.
For a perfectly cut lawn, the award-winning MX3440V cordless lawnmower is one of the best. Powered by a Samsung 40V Lithium-ion battery, it offers a lightweight feel and quiet running, whilst its adjustable lever provides five cutting heights – meaning it can tackle even the unruliest grass. The MX3440V also has the benefit of foldable handles, so it can be stored in small, restricted spaces – perfect for those with smaller gardens and sheds. The battery powered range also provides convenience as the batteries are interchangeable, meaning it can power strimmers and leaf blowers in the range too, making garden maintenance quick and easy
For the ultimate tools in lawncare, Cobra’s range of scarifiers help to revitalise grass, removing any damaging moss or thatch so grass can welcome air, moisture, and nutrients down to the root. The S390H is powered by a Honda petrol engine and is able to collect thatch in 15’’ passes. It also comes with 16 fixed blades, providing the complete scarifying experience.
Providing even more flexibility, the electric SA40E is a scarifier and aerator in one compact machine, putting an end to hours of manual raking. In addition to a 15’’ scarifying drum, the SA40E also comes complete with a 14-blade aerator, so gardeners can de-thatch and alleviate soil compaction quickly, producing a healthy and vibrant lawn.
Getting out into nature and creating a lawn that is loved and cared for is important for people’s health, whether mental or physical, and Cobra provides the tools to make it as easy and stress-free as possible.
Cobra products are available to buy online at www.cobragarden.co.uk or via a network of expert dealers across the UK.