Outdoor showers: the best for your garden – Gardens Illustrated

By Katie Dutton

Published: Thursday, 24 February 2022 at 12:00 am

Hot and grubby from a day out in the garden? You could save a trip indoors by embracing garden showers, with your very own outdoor shower set-up. Whether you want a full wash, just a scrub down or a quick and efficient way of cleaning your boots or tools, you will get more use out of a garden shower than you might initially think. They’re handy for cleaning muddy or smelly dogs (no mess inside) and outdoor showers are always a big hit with kids too, especially in the summer.

Read on for our selection of the best garden showers, each with their own unique selling point. And while we’re on the topic of water, why not check out our selection of the best watering cans and the best water butts to buy.

The best outdoor showers for your garden in 2022

Eucalyptus wood shower

Another wooden option here, this time from vidaXL, made from eucalyptus hardwood which is a very durable material. The finish is smooth and easy to clean after use. The shower head is made from steel and is adjustable to a range of heights – it’s quick to assemble too. The warm wooden exterior and clean lines make it a safe and stylish choice of outdoor shower.

The vidaXL outdoor shower measures 210cm in height and works by connecting to a garden hose.

Seletti Aquart lux outdoor shower

This copper and cement garden shower from Seletti is very easy to install and measures 220cm in height. It would make a great choice for style-savvy gardeners due to its sleek, copper finish and retro-inspired design. The knob has been designed in the style of old-school taps and the red water inlet controller adds an industrial vibe, while the colours are reminiscent of contemporary interiors.

This shower would look great against a complementing concrete or brick wall, or juxtaposing against your lawn or plants. The sturdy, cement base also ensures it doesn’t topple over in windy weather, so you can leave it out without worrying, or if preferred, it can easily be taken apart if you wish to store it away.

£172

Buy the Seletti Aquart lux outdoor shower from Made in Design

Solok freestanding outdoor shower

If you’re wanting more of a statement outdoor shower, this freestanding shower from Wayfair might tick the box. It’s made from long-wearing teak hard wood which has been seasoned, kiln-dried and sanded for an ultra-smooth finish. The base is non-slip, making it a safe choice and a great outdoor pool shower that can be left outside without a stress.

The shower head itself is made from stainless steel and the large head ensures a good, thorough body wash. The Solok freestanding outdoor shower measures 204cm in height and weighs 15kg.