The most durable garden hoses to buy this summer, according to Consumer Reports

Garden hoses that resist cracking can last for years. Consumer Reports tested five models for flow, strength and kink resistance to find top picks

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Garden hoses face constant strain from kinks, cracks and daily drags across the yard. A hose that fails partway through summer means a sudden trip to the store and a wasted afternoon of watering.

Consumer Reports tested standard and expandable hoses for flow, strength and kink resistance to find the ones built to last.

Eley 50-Foot Polyurethane Garden Hose

At $113, the Eley 50-foot polyurethane hose costs more than any other model in this roundup, and Consumer Reports gave it the top score in its evaluation of standard garden hoses. It delivered the strongest flow and........

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