Last Updated: September 2026
At Honest Gardener, we believe transparency is important. Some of the links on our website are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you click a link and make a qualifying purchase.
This disclosure explains how affiliate links work on Honest Gardener and how they relate to our content.
Amazon Associate Disclosure
Honest Gardener participates in the Amazon Associates Program.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
When you click an Amazon affiliate link on our website and make a qualifying purchase, Amazon may pay us a commission.
You do not pay an additional cost because of our affiliate link.
The price you pay is generally the same whether you access the product directly through Amazon or through our affiliate link.
Why We Use Affiliate Links
Honest Gardener is supported partly through affiliate commissions.
Creating and maintaining a useful gardening website requires time and resources, including:
- Researching gardening topics
- Researching products
- Writing and editing articles
- Updating older content
- Maintaining the website
- Creating images and guides
- Providing useful gardening resources
Affiliate commissions help us continue producing and maintaining this content.
Our Product Recommendations
Our goal is not simply to get you to buy something.
We start with the gardening problem and then consider whether a product could provide a practical solution.
For example:
Gardening problem → Possible solutions → Product features → Alternatives → Informed decision
When researching products, we may consider:
- Materials
- Dimensions
- Weight
- Features
- Intended use
- Design
- Ease of use
- Customer feedback
- Recurring concerns
- Potential limitations
- Price and value
We try to explain both useful features and potential drawbacks where relevant.
We Don’t Pretend to Test Products
This is especially important at Honest Gardener.
We do not personally test every product we recommend.
If we have not personally tested a product, we will not describe it as:
- Personally tested
- Hands-on tested
- Tested by our team
- Personally used
unless genuine first-hand testing has actually taken place.
Instead, our product research may be based on publicly available information such as manufacturer specifications, product features, materials, dimensions, intended use, customer feedback, recurring concerns, and comparisons with similar products.
You can learn more about our process on our How We Research page.
Affiliate Links Do Not Guarantee a Recommendation
The presence of an affiliate link does not automatically mean that a product is the right choice for everyone.
A product may be suitable for one gardener but unsuitable for another.
We encourage readers to consider:
- Their gardening needs
- Physical comfort
- Garden conditions
- Product dimensions
- Intended use
- Budget
- Safety instructions
- Available alternatives
Our goal is to provide information that helps you make your own purchasing decision.
Editorial Independence
We aim to keep our editorial decisions independent from affiliate relationships.
We do not intentionally recommend a product simply because it offers an affiliate commission.
We also do not guarantee positive coverage in exchange for payment.
Our product research is based on factors relevant to the gardening problem being addressed.
Product Prices and Availability
Prices, discounts, product specifications, availability, and retailer policies can change.
Any price or availability information displayed on Honest Gardener may become outdated.
For the most current information, please check the retailer’s website before purchasing.
Other Affiliate Programs
Although Amazon is an important affiliate partner for Honest Gardener, we may participate in other affiliate programs in the future.
When applicable, affiliate relationships will be disclosed appropriately.
Important Notice About Product Images
Some product images displayed on our website may come from retailers, manufacturers, or other permitted sources.
The appearance of a product image does not mean that Honest Gardener personally owns, tests, or photographs that product.
We aim to use visual content responsibly and avoid creating a misleading impression of first-hand testing.
Your Purchase Decision
Our articles are intended to provide information and research—not to replace your own judgment.
Before purchasing a gardening product, we recommend reviewing the current product information, specifications, price, availability, warranty, return policy, and safety information provided by the retailer or manufacturer.
Our Commitment to Transparency
We believe an affiliate website should provide value before asking for a click.
That’s why Honest Gardener focuses on:
Practical Information
We try to solve the gardening problem first.
Transparent Research
We explain how we research products and gardening information.
Balanced Content
We discuss relevant benefits and limitations.
Honest Testing Claims
We don’t claim to have personally tested products we haven’t tested.
Clear Disclosure
We disclose our affiliate relationships.
Questions About Our Affiliate Relationships?
If you have questions about our affiliate links, product recommendations, or editorial practices, please contact us.
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Our Simple Promise
We may earn a commission when you purchase through our affiliate links, but our goal is to help you make an informed decision—not to pressure you into buying.
Thank you for supporting Honest Gardener.
Grow Better. Garden Smarter.
— Honest Gardener
