This article will give you a list with thirty tools professional gardeners use every day.
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
A lightweight crop covering protects against wind and frost but allows water to penetrate the soil below. It protects seedlings during the coldest period of winter.
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- Scooped Shovel
The shovel scooped moves loose material, such as gravel and sand.
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- 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.
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- Wheelbarrow
The wheelbarrow is useful in transporting heavy items like soil and compost.
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- Sun Hat
The garden hat protects against the sun and features a wide brim. It is essential to protect yourself against harmful UV rays while gardening in spring and the summer.
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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 will remove stones and weeds that are between paving slabs.
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- 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.
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- The perfect spade
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 enables you to scoop out the earth while the sharp edge cuts into the roots.
Get your Trenching spade 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. The Trug's strong sidewalls provide incredible strength and the design allows for quick release of its contents if it is flipped upside down.
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- Bucket
A large bucket is useful for carrying plants and other gardening tasks.
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- Hand Fork
The small hand fork enables you to weed between closely planted border plants and is also helpful in loosening the surface of heavy clay soils.
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- 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.
- Long Handled Dibber
A long-handled, hand-held dibber can be used to plant small bulbs like snowdrops.
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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 features short handles for good leverage while digging and a large blade for efficient scooping.
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- Cultivator
The hoe-shaped shape helps to break down clods. The tined cultivator is suitable for raking out between plants and chopping through weeds.
Get your cultivator on Amazon.
- Hand Weed Removing 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 has a hook that allows you scoop out soil between plants.
Get your hand weed removal tool 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 are useful for digging holes in the ground for planting, turning the soil in vegetable garden, mixing plant feed into soil and clearing away leaves.
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- Pruning Shears
Used for cutting thicker branches, these are similar to secateurs but with longer handles. Professional gardeners use them to cut back perennials before lifting them in late autumn/early winter.
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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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- Secateurs
Very popular with professional gardeners, these tools prune and deadhead flowering plants such as roses.
Some examples have a serrated blade that helps cut back woody perennials like lavender after their flowers have wilted. The blades of secateurs may become blunt over time, which can lead to a decrease in the overall strength of the tool.
Get your secateurs on Amazon.
- Pruning saw
Although not used by professional gardeners as often as secateurs or bypass pruners, a pruning saw is ideal for cutting back larger branches.
These aren't just useful for your domestic garden, they can also be used by wild-life gardening professionals to prune overhanging trees or branches to give nesting birds a clear flight path.
Get your pruning saw on Amazon.
Conclusion paragraph: We hope you enjoyed our list of the best garden tools all gardeners need. If you have a favorite, please share it in the comments below! What caught you're 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 your time outside, and get some sun before winter sets.
FAQ
Which seeds can be planted indoors?
Tomato seeds are the best choice for starting indoors. Tomatoes can be grown quickly and they bear fruit all year. If you are growing tomatoes in pots, take care when you transplant them to the ground. You should not plant tomatoes too soon. The soil can dry out, and the roots could rot. It is important to be aware that bacteria wilt can quickly kill plants.
When to plant flowers
Planting flowers during springtime is best when temperatures are warm and the soil feels moist. Planting flowers should be done after the first frost if you live in a cold climate. The ideal temperature for indoor plants is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
How many hours of daylight does a plant really need?
It depends on the type of plant. Some plants need 12 hours of direct sun per day. Others prefer 8 hours in indirect sunlight. The majority of vegetables require 10 hours of direct sunshine per 24 hour period.
Statistics
- 80% of residents spent a lifetime as large-scale farmers (or working on farms) using many chemicals believed to be cancerous today. (acountrygirlslife.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)
- It will likely be ready if a seedling has between 3 and 4 true leaves. (gilmour.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
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How To
Basil growing tips
Basil is one the most versatile herbs that you can use in your home. Basil is great for flavoring foods, including soups, sauces and pastas. Here are some tips to grow basil indoors.
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Carefully choose your location. Basil is an annual and will not live more than one season if it isn't in the right spot. It can tolerate partial shade but prefers full sun. If you're growing it outside, find a spot that has good air circulation.
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Plant the seeds. Basil seeds should be planted two weeks before the last frost date. Plant the seeds in small pots that are 1/2 inch deep. Clear plastic wrap should be used to cover the pots. Germination typically takes around ten days. Once they are germinated, transfer them to a protected area where the temperatures are at 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Transplant the seedlings once they're big enough to handle. Remove the plastic wrap and transplant the seedlings into larger containers. To drain excess moisture, fill each container with potting mixture. Add more potting mix as needed. Place the containers outside in direct light or in a sunny area. Mist the plants daily to prevent wilting.
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After frost danger has passed, add a thick layer to mulch. This will protect them from cold weather and reduce water loss.
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Regularly water the plants. Basil needs regular watering to thrive. You can use a rain gauge or a water gauge to determine the amount of water that your plants need. Use a timer, which will turn off the irrigation when there is no rain.
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You should pick your basil at its peak. Pick leaves frequently to encourage bushier growth.
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The leaves can be dried on paper towels or screens. The leaves can be stored in glass jars or bags in their refrigerator.