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
Bucket
A large bucket is useful for carrying plants and other gardening tasks.
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Crack Weeder
The reverse action crack weeder has a pointed blade designed to separate soil from roots as it cuts deep into the ground. It can remove stones and weeds between paving slabs, without damaging them.
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Leaf Scoops
The pointed tip on the leaf scoop makes it easy to dig holes in trees and shrubs. Additionally, the pointed edge can be used for cutting through roots. It has short handles that give you leverage when digging and a wide blade to allow for efficient scooping.
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Hand Weed Removal Tool
The hand weed remover tool is lightweight and easy to use. It allows you to pull weeds out of the ground without damaging their roots. It also features a hook to allow you to scoop up soil between plants.
Get your hand weed removal tool on Amazon.
Garden Hose and nozzle
An essential tool for watering indoor plants as well as outdoor vegetable gardens, shrubs and flower beds is a hose or sprayer. Lightweight hoses are ideal for gardening because they tend to kink less then thicker hoses. This reduces water wastage.
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Cultivator
The hoe shape can be used to break up soil clods. The tined cultivator is ideal for raking between plants, and cutting through weeds.
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Round Shovel
The shovel's pointed blade cuts through roots and breaks up hard soil.
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Garden Fork
The garden fork is made up of four to six prongs, with short handles. It's best suited for breaking down soil in the vegetable garden and flowerbeds.
These tines are ideal for digging holes, turning over the soil for vegetable gardens, mixing plant food into the soil, and clearing out leaves around plants.
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Pruning saw
Although it's not commonly used by professional gardeners, a pruning see is great for cutting larger branches.
Not only are they useful for domestic gardening tasks, but wild-life gardeners may even use one to cut back overhanging branches or trees to provide nesting birds with a clear flight path.
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Leaf Rake
A leaf rake can be used to remove leaves and debris from your lawn and to pick up leaves that are between shrubs and border plantings.
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Watering can
A large watering tank is crucial for maintaining lawns and borders. You can find top-quality watering cans in many designs. Some of these brass roseheads provide uniform coverage when used with hanging baskets, or window boxes.
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Sun Hat
The garden hat protects you from the sun with a wide brim, has a tie chin strap, and is made of lightweight materials. It is essential to protect yourself against harmful UV rays while gardening in spring and the summer.
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Trowel
A lightweight and versatile tool with a unique deep foot tread, the Trowel is strong enough to handle even the most challenging jobs.
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Scooped Shovel
The scooped shovel is used to move loose material like gravel or sand.
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Bypass Loppers
This tool is ideal for cutting branches up to 12cm (5 inches) thick. It is lighter than an anvillopper because there is no sharpening metal blade. The long handles reduce the force needed to cut through thick branches and cut back flowers and shrubs.
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Hedge shears
These shears come with long snips, which make it easier to cut through thicker trees. However the smaller blades can be used for fine pruning.
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Pruning Shears
These are used to cut thicker branches. They have longer handles than secateurs. Professional gardeners use them to cut back perennials before lifting them in late autumn/early winter.
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Rake
A rake that has long plastic or wooden tines can be very useful in working soil in raised beds. It can also be used to remove leaves from dead stems.
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Wheelbarrow
Wheelbarrows are useful for carrying heavy items such soil or compost.
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Treating spade
Trenching spades are sharp on one side, and flat on the other. They dig up tree stumps. The flat side enables you to scoop out the earth while the sharp edge cuts into the roots.
Get your Trenching spade on Amazon.
Secateurs
These tools are very popular among professional gardeners. They can be used to prune or deadhead roses.
You can use the serrated blades on some examples to help you cut down woody perennials, such as lavender, after they have died. However, secateurs blades can become blunt which can result in the tool becoming less useful.
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Extension pole pruning saw
The extension pole pruning tool has a cutting capability of 2.5m. This makes it ideal for reaching branches higher than standard saws and ladders.
Get your extension pole pruning saw on Amazon.
Crop cover
Lightweight crop covers protect from wind and frost, but allow water to seep through to the soil beneath. It protects seedslings during winter's coldest hours.
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Hand Fork
The small hand fork can be used to weed between closely placed border plants.
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Conclusion paragraph If you have a favorite, please share it in the comments below! What caught your eye? Let us know and we'll try to make it an even better topic in a future post or article. Take some time to enjoy the sunshine outside before winter sets in.
FAQ
What seeds should be started indoors?
The best seed for starting indoors is a tomato seed. Tomatoes are easy to grow, and they produce fruit all year round. If you are growing tomatoes in pots, take care when you transplant them to the ground. The soil could dry out if you plant too early. This could lead to root rot. Also, be aware of diseases such as bacterial wilt, which can kill plants quickly.
How much space do vegetable gardens need?
It is best to remember that 1/2 pound of seed will be required for every square foot. If you have a 10-foot by 10-foot area (3m by 3m), then 100 pounds will be needed.
How do you prepare the soil?
Preparing soil for a vegetable garden is easy. First, get rid of all weeds. You can then add organic matter, such as composted cow manure, leaves and grass clippings. After watering, wait for plants to sprout.
What's the best way to keep my indoor plant alive?
Indoor plants can survive for several years. However, it's important to repot your plant every few months to help promote new growth. It's easy to repot your plant. Simply remove the soil and add new compost.
What's the difference between aquaponic and hydroponic gardening?
Hydroponic gardening uses nutrients-rich water to feed plants. Aquaponics uses fish tanks to grow plants. It's like having your farm right in your home.
What is the best vegetable gardening layout?
It is important to consider where you live when planning your vegetable garden. For easy harvesting, it is best to plant vegetables in the same area as your home. If you live in rural areas, space your plants to maximize yield.
Statistics
- 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
- According to a survey from the National Gardening Association, upward of 18 million novice gardeners have picked up a shovel since 2020. (wsj.com)
- Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.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 to Grow Tomatoes
Tomatoes is one of the most loved vegetables today. They are easy and provide many benefits.
To tomatoes, full sun is required and soil should be rich and fertile.
Temperatures above 60°F are preferred by tomato plants.
Tomatoes require a lot of air circulation. You can increase the airflow by using trellises, cages, or other devices.
Tomatoes need regular irrigation. If possible, use drip irrigation.
Tomatoes do not like heat. Keep the soil at 80°F.
Tomato plants thrive on plenty of nitrogen-rich fertilizer. Every two weeks, use 10 pounds of 15-15-10 fertilizer.
Tomatoes need approximately 1 inch water per week. You can apply it directly to the foliage, or you can use a drip system.
Tomatoes are susceptible to diseases like blossom end-rot and bacterial wiilt. These problems can be prevented by properly draining the soil and using fungicides.
Aphids and whiteflies are pests that can be harmful to tomatoes. Spray insecticidal soap onto the leaves' undersides.
Tomatoes have many uses and are very delicious. Use tomatoes to make salsa, ketchup and relish.
Overall, it's a great experience to grow your own tomatoes.