Value in 'growing your own' at local stores

With GIY (grow your own) now taking its place alongside DIY, Topline home, garden and build have chosen a good time to launch their new spring brochure, launching a new range of 'grow your own' products for those families looking to grow their own vegetables and herbs this spring. "GIY is a booming area and so we wanted to stock all of the necessities but to introduce some fun items to ensure the kiddies could get involved. Our six-pack 'grow your own' herb selection features family favourites like basil, coriander, rocket, thyme parsley and chives. The tubs are bright and colourful so it makes for hassle free, fun home growing," said marketing manager Elayne Lyons. The range features a six-pack vegetable or herb selection that promises to get the kids involved. These cartons come 'ready to grow' and are an exciting way to teach the little ones about how to grow their own. The range also includes a selection of greenhouses from the four-tier mini greenhouse at just €24.99 to the Halls polycarb greenhouse at €349.99. Their compost range starts at three bags for €6. Topline have also included a range of household goods, from toilet rolls to washing up liquid. "Households are more conscious about spending," says Ms. Lyons, and Topline are reacting to this on time for the confirmation and communion season. Their 3m x 6m party tent is priced at €99. Folding chairs are €9.99 and a folding table can be had for €49.99. "We have been inundated with calls for a home entertaining range and so our team of buyers have worked hard to bring customers the best value party tent and accessories so that in 2010 our customers can entertain their friends and families at home in a fun and sheltered setting. It seems families with a christening, communion or confirmation coming up are looking to entertain at home without compromising on enjoyment," said Ms. Lyons. The brochure contains eight pages of discounted items from dog food to petrol lawnmowers. Brochures and stock are available in-store now but offer ends next Monday, April 5. • Topline outlets at: James R. Frazer, Drum Gill, Kingscourt (042-9667397); J. P. Brady & Son, Bailieboro Road, Virginia (049-8547733); and Tractamotors, Dublin Road, Cavan (049 4331188).