We'll be sharing a list of 30 tools that professional gardeners use each day in this article.
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
Cultivator
The hoe shape helps break up clods of soil. The tined cultivator allows you to rake between plants and cut through weeds.
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Hand Fork
This small fork allows you to weed among closely-planted border plants. It can also be used to loosen clay soils.
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Bucket
A large bucket can be handy for transporting plants or other gardening chores.
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Rake
A rake with long plastic or wooden tines is particularly useful for working the soil in raised beds, clearing away leaves and dead stems, and can even be used to gently tease out weeds without damaging them
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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.
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Wheelbarrow
Wheelbarrows are useful for carrying heavy items such soil or compost.
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Trug
The Trug is light and portable, making it ideal for transporting loose items such potting soil, bark chips, and other small items. Its high sidewalls offer incredible strength, and its design can also release its contents when tipped upside down quickly.
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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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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.
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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Scooped Shovel
The shovel scooped moves loose material, such as gravel and sand.
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Garden Scissors
Used mainly to cut the wire and trim back foliage, although these tools are equally suited to cutting twine or any other material that requires a sharp edge.
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Hand Weed Removing Tool
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.
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Watering can
A large watering tank is crucial for maintaining lawns and borders. There are many options for top quality watering cans. Some of these brass roseheads provide uniform coverage when used with hanging baskets, or window boxes.
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Bypass Loppers
The anvil lopper is used for cutting branches upto 12cm (5inches thick). It is lighter than an antllopper as there isn't a metal blade to sharpen. The long handles reduce the force needed to cut through thick branches and cut back flowers and shrubs.
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Sun Hat
The garden hat protects against the sun and features a wide brim. It's a must-have tool when you garden in spring or summer to protect your skin from the damaging UV rays.
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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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Bulb Planter
This durable stainless steel tool for planting bulbs is essential. It is easy to use, and will provide years of trouble-free service. The sturdy stainless steel blade has a long life expectancy. The Eva grip provides comfort and control.
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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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Extension pole pruning saw
The extension pole pruning see has a cutting power of up to 2.5m. This is great for reaching branches too high and safe to use a standard ladder or saw.
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Crop coverage
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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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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Round Shovel
The shovel's pointed blade cuts through roots and breaks up hard soil.
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Hoe
This tool is to weed between rows of vegetables, although it may be necessary to use a fork to loosen the soil first.
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Conclusion paragraph: We hope that you enjoyed our list with the top garden tools every gardener needs. If you have a favorite, please share it in the comments below! What caught the attention of you? Let us know and we'll try to make it an even better topic in a future post or article. Enjoy the sun outside and enjoy it before winter sets in.
FAQ
Which is the best layout for a vegetable garden?
It all depends on where you live. You should plant vegetables together if you live in a city. However, if you live in a rural area, you should space out your plants for maximum yield.
How often should I water indoor plants?
Indoor plants need to be watered every two days. Watering helps maintain humidity levels inside the house. Humidity can be vital for plants that are healthy.
Does my backyard have enough space for a garden?
If you don’t yet have a vegetable gardening, you might wonder if it will be possible. The answer is yes. A vegetable garden doesn't take up much space at all. It just takes some planning. For example, you could build raised beds only 6 inches high. You can also use containers as raised beds. Either way, you'll still get plenty of produce.
Can I grow fruit trees inside pots?
Yes! If space is limited, you can grow fruit trees in pots. Ensure your pot has drainage holes so excess moisture won't rot the tree. Also, ensure the pot is deep enough to hold the root ball. This will keep the tree from becoming stressed.
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
- Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.com
- It will likely be ready if a seedling has between 3 and 4 true leaves. (gilmour.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 apply fertilizers to the folium
Foliar fertilizers can be applied directly to plants' leaves by spraying. Foliar fertilizers provide nutrients to the plants, as well as promoting growth and protection from adverse weather conditions. They can be used on any plant, such as fruits, vegetables, plants, flowers, trees and shrubs, grasses and lawns.
When applying foliar fertilizers, there is no risk of soil pollution. The amount of fertilizer needed depends on the type of plant, its size, and how much foliage it has. Foliar fertilizers are best used while the plant is still actively growing. This allows them more time to absorb nutrients. These are the steps to follow when fertilizing your garden.
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It is important to know the type of fertilizer that you need. Some products contain just one nutrient. Others include multiple elements. If you are unsure which product you require, ask your local nursery or garden center.
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Carefully follow the instructions. Before spraying, read the label. Spraying near windows or doors could cause damage. Keep away from children and pets
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If possible, attach a hose to the nozzle. If you don't want to spray too much, make sure to turn off your nozzle after each few sprays.
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Mixing different types foliar fertilizers can be dangerous. Mixing two different types can have harmful effects, including burning or staining.
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Spray at least five feet away from the trunk. You should leave at least three feet between the tree trunk and the edge of the area where you plan to apply the fertilizer.
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Wait until the sun is down before applying. Sunlight causes light sensitive chemicals in fertilizer, to breakdown.
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Spread the fertilizer evenly over the leaves. Spread the fertilizer evenly over large areas.
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Before watering, let the fertilizer dry completely.