Springtime Reader Reviews are a new series that highlight some of the best new products our readers have discovered.

Bear with me, I know most garden hose reviews don’t start like this, but this story is important. I am a gardener, and my name is Patricia. I have a deep love and passion for spending time in my garden, surrounded by nature and the beauty of my plants. Despite my love for gardening, I was facing two major challenges that were threatening to take the joy out of my hobby.

Last year I was struggling. Being a nurse, I work long hours, and on my day off, I would spend all my time in my garden trying to make up for lost time. Can you see the candle burning at both ends? But all my efforts seemed to be in vain. I felt overwhelmed, exhausted, and unable to keep up with my job and my passion for gardening.

I should also let you know that I was a meticulous gardener. Let me rephrase that, I was a perfectionist. I’d check my garden, like most people check their cell phones, frequently, to make sure everything was growing as expected, and that no pests or molds or animals were causing trouble. Someone always needed a haircut, so I’d trim, prune, and shape until everyone looked neat and tidy. My plot plans were planned down to the square inch and there was always something new or something that needed changing. You get my drift. I couldn’t turn it off.

But you know what? I made a decision right then and there to take charge. I made a plan to prioritize self-care. I set aside time each day for rest and rejuvenation. Even though sticking to it has been a bit of a journey. And I’m learning to let go of my expectations and embrace the imperfections in my life. That’s not an easy feat for a perfectionist.

I finally succeeded in untangling the hose and using it to water my garden. And as I stood there, surrounded by the beauty of my plants, I will never forget the sense of peace and contentment that I had not felt in a long time. The garden hose had become a symbol of my journey, a reminder that sometimes, the challenges we face in life can lead us to new discoveries and opportunities for growth.

I don’t want you to think that buying a new garden hose was just a way for me to run away from the challenges I was facing. That’s not the case at all. Instead, I’m thankful for that tangled mess of a hose because it taught me lessons that have changed my life. Instead of seeing challenges I try to see opportunities. It’s not as easy as it sounds but I’m working on it. The tangled hose may have seemed like just a minor inconvenience at first, but it has had a profound impact on the way I live my life now.

Thanks for listening and now we can get down to why we’re here and this brings me to the purpose of this review.

My Review of Joeys Garden Expandable Hose

In my experiences there are two things that have destroyed my past garden hoses. The first is kinking and tangling. You know that bent twisted hose, that turns into a kinked hose, that turns into a brittle and cracked hose in the garbage.  The next is sunburn. UV rays have patience and over time the sun has caused my hoses to crack, have brittle spots, and leak. That was especially true when I left the hose out in the sun for extended periods of time without being used. Yes, even perfectionists get tired.

With its super-long design, the Joeys Garden Expandable Hose is a really good hose. It stretches to a massive 100 feet, making it easy to reach every corner of your yard or garden without having to move the spigot. It’s also easy to maneuver, making it a breeze to clean those hard-to-reach spaces. The hose is also really compact, which kind of shocked me at first.  It curls up into a ball that’s little bigger than my fist, so I can store it away without taking up too much space.

For me, gardening is all about the flow, and the last thing I want is to be interrupted by a kinky hose. That’s why Joey’s Garden Hose is worth every penny to me. No kinks. Not stopping what I’m doing to fix a tangle. With a steady water flow that’s both strong and gentle, and no kinks, I can flow as a gardener. 

There’s one thing that I thought could be improved on this hose and that’s a pet peeve from my past experiences. Rotating the adjustable nozzle is not smooth and can be a little leaky. Which could bother some, but really was fine for me as over the years I’ve amassed a pretty strong collection of good hose nozzles. I had to remind myself I was purchasing a hose not a nozzle.  Here’s my favorite all-star nozzle.

Joeys Garden Hose is affordable which I always like. I never sacrifice quality for a good deal especially when it comes to my gardening equipment.  I bought my hose at the beginning of last summer and am pleased to report that there have been no leaks. The end pieces are well-made and holding up well, and the nozzle, despite its minor faults, is also in good shape.

I know that that it’s best not to run the hose over anything sharp, like slate or sharp stones in the garden, but it’s proved to be quite durable for me in those situations. And I really do love the fact that it almost puts itself away when you empty out the water.

Thank you for taking the time to listen to my story. I hope you found it informative and useful. If you’re looking to upgrade your gardening experience this year, I highly recommend considering this hose. With its smooth operation, and leak-free design, it has the versatility and durability you need to tackle any gardening task. Don’t miss out on the chance to make your gardening experience even better!

Happy Gardening!

“Rainbow Spray” by abbydonkrafts is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0.