5 pairs of heavy-duty gardening gloves that aren't plain green

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Lockdown is proof that now, more than ever, we are a nation of green-fingered gardeners at heart.

Whether you’ve been nurturing acres of plant life for years or have taken your first foray into planting herbs on your balcony, we’ve had more time and - in parts - headspace to get stuck in.

The only thing is, gardening isn’t the most glamorous of hobbies. When we think of it we conjure up images of muddy knees, dirt-embedded fingernails, and unflattering overalls.

But it doesn’t have to be that way...

We’ve scoured the internet to find the best pairs of beautiful, yet sturdy gardening gloves to add a pop of elegance of proceedings.

From bold colours to dainty patterns, gardening has never been so glamorous...

5 printed pairs of heavy-duty gardening gloves

Burgon & Ball Oak Leaf Print Gardening Gloves | £14.99 from John Lewis

Comfortable, breathable and decorated with smart leather trim and an oak leaf print, these stylish gloves are hard-wearing and protects hands when gardening.

RHS Flora and Fauna Gardening Gloves | £16.99 from Amazon

These soft, tough, durable and hard-wearing gardening gloves are endorsed by none other than the Royal Horticultural Society. You don’t get much better than that... in gardening terms at least.

Gardeners Gardening Gloves Set | £10 from Argos

These cotton gloves provide ultimate protection so you can enjoy digging and planting in style, and they even come with a softly scented hand cream so that your extremities never show all that hard work has been happening.

Garden Girl Classic Rose Pattern Gloves | £23.62 from Amazon

There’s something distinctly lady of the manor in a Jane Austen novel about these extra-long, floral gloves. Brilliant for when you really need to get deep into the beds but don’t want to forfeit soft, clean skin.

Briers Ladies Gardening Gloves | £8.99 from Robert Dyas

These soft, comfortable gloves are ideal for everyday pruning, planting and potting in the garden. They're made of hardwearing material with a stretchy back for a comfortable fit and the bright flamingo design is sure to lift the mood.