Ideal for mounting in a flowerbed or directly into your lawn, the Gardena RollUp freestanding hose reel is supplied with a deep ground spike which anchors it securely for an extremely stable hold in the ground. A mounting rod is provided which helps you to turn the spike with enough torque to drive it deep into the ground, and once it is installed the rod can be stored inside the spike for later use. The hose reel comes pre-fitted with a hose which automatically locks into place at the desired length thanks to practical short locking points. With a light pull, the lock is released and thanks to a spring, the hose is automatically and evenly rolled up. The RollControl technology ensures that the retraction is slow and controlled. The integrated hose guide ensures an even retraction without kinking or knotting the hose. The hose reel can be placed anywhere in the garden and can be swivelled through 360°. This means that every corner of the garden can be reached with the hose without any problems and maximum freedom of movement is guaranteed when watering. The hose reel is protected from the elements with both UV protection and frost-proof materials. This means that it can be used in all four seasons.