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Top Gardening Tools

By Jeff Cotes 05/07/2022 5 mins read

We'll be sharing a list of 30 tools that professional gardeners use each day in this article. Given the wide variety of gardening tools that are available, we selected the best 30. These were chosen based upon their popularity in the industry and our personal opinion.

Crop Cover

Lightweight crop covers are designed to protect against frost and wind, but allow water to reach the soil underneath. It protects seedlings from the coldest periods of winter.

Get your Crop cover on Amazon.

Spade to the rescue

Trenching spades, which are both flat and sharp, can be used to dig up tree stumps. The flat side makes it easy to scoop up the earth, while sharp edges cut into the roots.

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Trug

The Trug is ideal for transporting and carrying loose items, such as bark chippings, potting compost and other materials. It's lightweight but very strong. The Trug's strong sidewalls provide incredible strength and the design allows for quick release of its contents if it is flipped upside down.

Get your trug on Amazon.

Extension pole pruning saw

This extension pole pruning saw has a cutting capacity up to 2.5m. It is ideal for reaching branches too high to reach with standard saws or ladders.

Get your extension pole pruning saw on Amazon.

Round Shovel

The shovel's pointed blade cuts through roots and breaks up hard soil.

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Hand Weed Remover

The handweed removal tool allows you to easily remove weeds from the ground. It has a hook that allows you scoop out soil between plants.

Get your hand weed removal tool on Amazon.

Trowel

The Trowel is a lightweight, versatile tool that can be used for any job.

Get your Trowel on Amazon.

Pruning Shears

These are used to cut thicker branches. They have longer handles than secateurs. These tools are used by professionals to cut back perennials, before they can be lifted in late autumn/early Winter.

Get your pruning shears 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 help reduce the force required for cutting through thick branches. They also make it easy to trim shrubs and flowers.

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Scooped Shovel

The scooped shovel is used to move loose material like gravel or sand.

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Pruning saw

A pruning saw can be used to cut larger branches, even though it is not as commonly used by professional gardeners like secateurs and bypass pruners. 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.

Get your pruning saw on Amazon.

Bucket

A large bucket is handy for carrying plants and many other gardening tasks.

Get your bucket on Amazon.

Watering can

A large capacity watering can is essential for watering lawns and borders. You can find top-quality watering cans in many designs. Some have brass rose heads that give even coverage when used on hanging baskets or window boxes.

Get your Watering Can on Amazon.

Wheelbarrow

Wheelbarrows are useful for carrying heavy items such soil or compost.

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Garden Scissors

This tool is used to cut the wire and trim the foliage. However, it can also be used for cutting twine and any other material that needs a sharp edge.

Get your garden scissors on Amazon.

Garden Gloves

Although some gardeners would prefer to work without gloves for their plants, thorns and even nettles can make it difficult. To protect your hands while working with tools, gloves are a good option.

Get your Garden Gloves on Amazon.

Hoe

This tool is to weed between rows of vegetables, although it may be necessary to use a fork to loosen the soil first.

Get your Hoe on Amazon.

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.

Get your Rake 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. A lightweight hose is ideal for use in the garden as it tends to kink less than thicker hoses, reducing water wastage.

Get your garden hose on Amazon.

Bulb Planter

A must have for planting bulbs, this durable stainless steel tool is comfortable to use and will give many years of trouble-free service. The sturdy stainless steel blade has a long life expectancy. The Eva grip provides comfort and control.

Get your BulbPlanter on Amazon.

Long-Standing Dibber

You can plant small bulbs like snowdrops and narcissi with a long-handled dibber.

Get your Long Handled Dibber on Amazon.

Crack Weeder

Reverse action crack weeder features a pointed blade that separates soil from roots. It cuts deeply into the ground with a sharp point. It removes weeds and stones from between paving blocks without damaging them.

Get your Crack Weeder on Amazon.

Leaf Scoops

The leaf scoop features a pointed tip to make it easier to dig holes for plants and trees. It features short handles for good leverage while digging and a large blade for efficient scooping.

Get your Leaf Scoops on Amazon.

Garden Fork

The garden fork has four to six prongs with short handles and is best suited for breaking up soil in the vegetable garden or flowerbeds. The tines can be used for digging holes to plant, turning over soil in vegetable gardening, mixing plant feed, and clearing leaves from the area.

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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.

Conclusion paragraph: We hope that you enjoyed our list with the top garden tools every gardener needs. You can share your favorites in the comments. What caught your attention? Tell us about it, and we will see if there are ways we can make that a better topic for future articles or blog posts on this site. Enjoy the sun outside and enjoy it before winter sets in.

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FAQ

Which seeds can be planted indoors?

Tomato seeds are the best choice for starting indoors. Tomatoes produce year-round fruit and are easy to plant. Plant tomatoes in pots and be careful about putting them in the ground. You should not plant tomatoes too soon. The soil can dry out, and the roots could rot. You should also be aware of diseases like bacterial Wilt that can quickly kill your plants.

Can I grow fruit tree in a pot?

Yes! Yes! To prevent tree rot, make sure the pot has drainage holes. Also ensure that the pot is large enough to accommodate the root ball. This will keep the tree from becoming stressed.

What is your favorite vegetable garden layout?

Your location will determine the best layout for your vegetable garden. You should plant vegetables together if you live in a city. If you live in a rural location, you will need to space your plants out for maximum yield.

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 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
Today, 80 percent of all corn grown in North America is from GMO seed that is planted and sprayed with Roundup. - parkseed.com
It will likely be ready if a seedling has between 3 and 4 true leaves. (gilmour.com)

External Links

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How To

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