In this article, we will provide you with a list of thirty tools that professional gardeners use in their daily jobs.
As there is such a large and varied number of gardening tools available on the market, we have picked our top 30 based on their popularity within the trade and also by taking into consideration what we feel are the most valuable types
- Garden Gloves
Some gardeners prefer to work with gloves, but thorns or nettles, and rough or spiky leaves can make it difficult for some to handle the plants. Gloves can also be helpful to protect hands while you use tools.
Get your Garden Gloves on Amazon.
- Round Shovel
The pointed edge of the shovel is designed to break up soil and cut through roots.
Get your round shovel on Amazon.
- Leaf Rake
A leaf rake helps remove leaves and debris from the lawn, as well as raking up leaves that fall between shrubs and border plants.
Get your Leaf Rake on Amazon.
- Hoe
This tool can be used to weed between rows. However, it might be necessary to first use a fork.
Get your Hoe on Amazon.
- Hand Fork
You can use the small hand fork to weed between close-knit border plants. It also helps in loosening clay soils.
Get your hand fork on Amazon.
- Cultivator
The hoe shape breaks up soil clods. The tined cultivator is suitable for raking out between plants and chopping through weeds.
Get your cultivator on Amazon.
- Garden Scissors
These tools are used primarily to cut wire and trim back leaves, but they can also be used to cut twine or other materials that require a sharp edge.
Get your garden scissors on Amazon.
- Trug
Ideal for carrying and transporting loose items such as potting compost, bark chippings, and more, the Trug is surprisingly lightweight yet very durable. Its sidewalls are strong and can be tipped over quickly to release its contents.
Get your trug on Amazon.
- Sun Hat
The garden cap protects your skin from the sun. It features a large brim with tie chin strap and is made out of lightweight materials. It is essential for protecting your skin from the sun's harmful UV rays during gardening season.
Get your sun hat on Amazon.
- Garden Hose and nozzle
A hose and sprayer are essential tools for watering indoor plants and outdoor vegetable gardens, shrubs, and flower beds. Lightweight hoses work well in gardens because they tend not to kink as much as thicker ones, which reduces water waste.
Get your garden hose on Amazon.
- Bucket
A large bucket works well for gardening tasks and plants.
Get your bucket on Amazon.
- Watering can
A large watering tank is crucial for maintaining lawns and borders. You can find top-quality watering cans in many designs. Some are equipped with brass rose heads, which give you even coverage when they're used in hanging baskets or window box applications.
Get your Watering Can on Amazon.
- Bypass Loppers
Useful for cutting branches up 12cm (5 inches) thick. Lighter than an anvil lopper, as there is no metal blade that can be sharpened. The long handles are ideal for cutting through thick branches and trimming shrubs.
Get your By-pass Loppers on Amazon.
- Leaf Scoops
The pointed tip of the leaf scoop allows you to easily dig holes for planting trees or shrubs. It also features a sharp edge that can be used to cut roots. It is lightweight and easy to use, with short handles that provide good leverage for digging. The blade can also be used for efficient scooping.
Get your Leaf Scoops on Amazon.
- Hedge shears
The long snips of these shears make it easy to cut through thicker branches, while the smaller blades are excellent for fine pruning.
Get your Hedge Shears on Amazon.
- Pruning Shears
These are similar to secateurs, but have longer handles. They are used by professional gardeners to remove perennials from the ground before they are removed in the winter.
Get your pruning shears on Amazon.
- Crack Weeder
The reverse action crack weeder has a pointed edge that is designed to separate roots from soil. It can remove stones and weeds between paving slabs, without damaging them.
Get your Crack Weeder on Amazon.
- A spade for the soul
The trenching spade has two sides: one is flat on one and the other is sharp on the other. This allows you to remove tree stumps. The flat side allows you to scoop out the soil, while the sharp edge digs into the roots.
Get your Trenching spade on Amazon.
- Long Handled Dibber
A long-handled dimmer is helpful in planting small bulbs such snowdrops, narcissi, and other delicate ones.
Get your Long Handled Dibber on Amazon.
Conclusion paragraph Let us know if you have a favorite! What caught you're attention? We'd love to hear from you and make it a topic for a blog post or article. In the meantime, enjoy yourself outside to catch some sun before winter sets in!
FAQ
What amount of sunlight does a plant require?
It depends upon the type of plant. Some plants need 12 hours of direct sun per day. Others prefer 8 hours of indirect sunlight. The majority of vegetables require 10 hours of direct sunshine per 24 hour period.
How long can I keep an indoor plant alive?
Indoor plants can survive for many years. To ensure new growth, it's important that you repot indoor plants every few years. Repotting is simple. Remove the old soil and place fresh compost.
Do I need to buy special equipment to grow vegetables?
You're not wrong. All you need is a shovel, trowel, watering can, and maybe a rake.
Statistics
- As the price of fruit and vegetables is expected to rise by 8% after Brexit, the idea of growing your own is now better than ever. (countryliving.com)
- According to a survey from the National Gardening Association, upward of 18 million novice gardeners have picked up a shovel since 2020. (wsj.com)
- According to the National Gardening Association, the average family with a garden spends $70 on their crops—but they grow an estimated $600 worth of veggies! - blog.nationwide.com
- 80% of residents spent a lifetime as large-scale farmers (or working on farms) using many chemicals believed to be cancerous today. (acountrygirlslife.com)
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How To
How can I keep my vegetable garden weed-free?
Weeds pose a major threat to the production of healthy vegetables. They can compete for water and nutrients, sunlight, space, and other resources. These tips can help prevent them taking over your garden.
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When they flower, take all the plants with you
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Take out any plant debris from the base of your plant
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Mulch is a good choice
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Regular water intake
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Rotate crops
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Do not allow the grass to grow.
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Keep soil moist
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Plant early
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Harvest often
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Make compost
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Avoid chemical pesticides
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Organic vegetables are best
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Heirloom seeds available
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Start small
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Learn about companion planting
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Be patient
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Enjoy gardening!