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.
- 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.
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- 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.
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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.
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- Secateurs
These tools are very popular among professional gardeners. They can be used to prune or deadhead roses.
The serrated blades of some examples help to remove woody perennials such a lavender after the flowers have fallen. However, the blades of secateurs can be prone to becoming blunt, which will lead to an overall weakening of the tool.
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- Watering Can
For watering borders and lawns, a large-capacity watering can is necessary. Different designs can offer top quality. They have brass rose heads which provide uniform coverage on hanging baskets or window boxes.
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- Leaf Scoops
The point tip of the leaf shovel allows you to easily drill holes for trees or shrubs. Also, it has a pointed edge that can rip through roots. It has short handles to give good leverage when digging and has a wide blade for efficient scooping.
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- Hedge shears
These shears have long snips that make it easy to trim thicker branches. The smaller blades are great for fine pruning.
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- Pruning saw
Although it's not commonly used by professional gardeners, a pruning see is great for cutting 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.
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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.
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- Crop Cover
A lightweight crop cover protects from frost and wind but will allow water to pass through to the soil underneath. It protects seedslings during winter's coldest hours.
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- Scooped Shovel
The shovel's scooped handle moves any loose material such gravel or sand.
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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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- Round Shovel
The pointed blade of the shovel cuts through roots and breaks down hard soil.
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- Pruning Shears
These are similar to secateurs, but have longer handles. These are used by professional gardeners to trim perennials before they are lifted in the late autumn/early winter.
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- 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's a must-have tool when you garden in spring or summer to protect your skin from the damaging UV rays.
Get your sun hat 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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- Leaf Rake
Leaf rakes are used to remove leaves and other debris from the lawn. They also help with raking leaves between shrubs or border plants.
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- A spade for the soul
Trenching spades are sharp on one side, and flat on the other. They dig up tree stumps. The flat side lets you scoop out the dirt, while your sharp edge allows for cutting into the roots.
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- Hand Fork
The small hand fork can be used to weed between closely placed border plants.
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- Wheelbarrow
The wheelbarrow works well for moving heavy items, like soil and compost.
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Conclusion paragraph 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. Take some time to enjoy the sunshine outside before winter sets in.
FAQ
How often should I water my indoor plant?
Indoor plants need watering every two days. Watering helps maintain humidity levels inside the house. Healthy plants require humidity.
How much space do vegetable gardens need?
One square foot of soil will require 1/2 pound of seeds. This is a good rule of thumb. For example, if you have a 10 foot by 10 foot area (3 meters by three meters), 100 pounds of seeds will be required.
What's the best way to keep my indoor plant alive?
Indoor plants can last for many years. To promote new growth, it is essential to repot your indoor plants every few month. Repotting is simple. Remove the old soil and place fresh compost.
Can I grow vegetables in my backyard?
It's possible to wonder if you will have enough space for a vegetable or fruit garden if your current one is not available. The answer is yes. A vegetable garden doesn't take up much space at all. It takes just a little planning. Raised beds can be built as low as 6 inches. You can also use containers as raised beds. You'll still get lots of produce.
Which vegetables are best to grow together?
It is possible to grow tomatoes and peppers together, as they like the same soil conditions and temperatures. They are a good match since peppers need colder temperatures to produce their best flavor. You can try planting them together by starting seeds indoors six weeks before transplanting them outdoors. Once the weather cools down, transplant the pepper or tomato plants outdoors.
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)
- Today, 80 percent of all corn grown in North America is from GMO seed that is planted and sprayed with Roundup. - parkseed.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
- Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.com
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How To
Organic fertilizers are available for garden use
Organic fertilizers are made from natural substances such as manure, compost, fish emulsion, seaweed extract, guano, and blood meal. The term "organic" refers to using non-synthetic materials in their production. Synthetic fertilizers contain chemicals used in industrial processes. These fertilizers are commonly used in agriculture, as they can provide nutrients to plants quickly without the need for complicated preparation. Synthetic fertilizers can pose risks to the environment and human health. In addition, they require large amounts of energy and water to produce. Synthetic fertilizers also pollute surface and groundwater through runoff. This is a problem for wildlife and humans alike.
There are many kinds of organic fertilizers.
* Manure is produced when livestock eat nitrogen-rich foods (a plant nutrient). It contains bacteria, enzymes, and other substances that break down the waste into simple compounds which can be easily absorbed by plants.
* Compost - A mixture of grass clippings from the lawn, decaying leaves, vegetable scraps, and animal dung. It is rich in carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, magnesium and sulfur. It is porous so it retains moisture well and releases nutrients slowly.
* Fish Emulsion - a liquid product derived from fish oil. It has the ability to dissolve oils, fats and is very similar to soap. It contains phosphorous, nitrogen, and trace elements.
* Seaweed Extract - a concentrated solution of minerals extracted from kelp, red algae, brown algae, and green algae. It provides a source of vitamins A and C, iodine, and iron.
* Guano, excrement taken from amphibians, bats, reptiles and seabirds. It contains carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous as well as potassium, sodium and magnesium.
* Blood Meal - The remains of animals slaughtered. It's rich in protein and can be used to feed poultry and other animals. It also contains trace mineral, phosphorus as well as potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus.
Make organic fertilizer by combining equal parts manure, fish emulsion, and compost. Mix thoroughly. If you don’t possess all three ingredients you can substitute one for the other. If you only have the fish-emulsion you can substitute one with another.
To apply the fertilizer, spread it evenly over the soil using a shovel or tiller. Spread about a quarter cup of the mixture per square foot of growing space. You will need to add more fertilizer every two weeks until you see signs of new growth.