Save money and help your plants by conserving rainwater – especially useful in times of drought or hose pipe bans. Rainwater is a healthier and cheaper choice for your garden than the expensive mains supply, and collecting it also helps to reduce runoff and soil erosion. This rain barrel is our Best Buy water butt because it’s easy to erect and collapsible for storage when not in use. Simply place it under a roof or downspout and rain will run directly into the barrel so it’s stored until you need it – any excess water will run out of the top overflow pipe, and a leaf guard over the entrance keeps out debris. When you want to water your garden, a tap and valve at the bottom allows you to directly connect your garden hose.