Top Gardening Tools

Watering Can



A large capacity watering container is vital for watering lawns or borders. Top quality can be available in various designs. Some have brass rose heads that give even coverage when used on hanging baskets or window boxes.

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Sun Hat

This garden hat provides protection from the sun. It has a broad brim and a tie chin strap. It is made of lightweight materials. It's an essential tool for protecting yourself from harmful UV rays when gardening in spring and summer.

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Leaf Scoops



The leaf scoop has a pointed tip that lets you easily dig holes to plant trees or shrubs and features a pointed edge that can cut through roots. It has short handles to give good leverage when digging and has a wide blade for efficient scooping.

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A spade for the soul



Trenching spades, which are both flat and sharp, can be used to dig up tree stumps. The flat side allows you to scoop out the soil, while the sharp edge digs into the roots.

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Garden Gloves



While some gardeners prefer to work without gloves, thorns and nettles, as well as rough or spiky foliage can make it awkward to handle plants; gloves are also helpful for protecting the hands while using tools

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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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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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Rake



A rake with either long, plastic or wood tines is especially useful for digging in the soil, clearing out dead stems and gently removing weeds.

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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. Its sidewalls are strong and can be tipped over quickly to release its contents.

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Bucket



A large bucket is handy to carry plants and for other gardening tasks.

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Bulb Planter



This stainless steel tool will last for many years and is an essential tool in the planting of bulbs. The sturdy stainless steel blade has a long life expectancy. The Eva grip provides comfort and control.

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Wheelbarrow



The wheelbarrow is useful for transporting heavy items, such as soil and compost.

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Pruning Shears



These are used to cut thicker branches. They have longer handles than secateurs. They are used by professional gardeners to remove perennials from the ground before they are removed in the winter.

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Hand Fork



The small, hand-held fork is useful in weeding between closely planted border plants.

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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. The hook end allows you to scoop soil between plants.

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Crack Weeder



The reverse action crack weeder has a pointed blade which separates roots from soil as it digs deep into the ground. It can remove stones and weeds between paving slabs, without damaging them.

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FAQ

Which seeds should you start indoors?

A tomato seed makes the best seed for indoor planting. Tomatoes are very easy to grow and produce fruit year-round. You should be cautious when putting tomatoes into pots. The soil could dry out if you plant too early. This could lead to root rot. Plant diseases like bacterial disease can quickly kill plants.

Do I have enough space to plant a vegetable or fruit garden in my backyard?

If you don’t yet have a vegetable gardening, you might wonder if it will be possible. Yes. A vegetable garden doesn't take up much space at all. You just need to plan. You could make raised beds that are only 6 inches tall. Or you can use containers to build raised beds. You will still have plenty of produce, regardless of which method you choose.

How can you prepare the soil to grow vegetables in your garden?

It is simple to prepare soil for your vegetable garden. First, you should remove all weeds around the area where you want to plant vegetables. Then, add organic matter such as composted manure, leaves, grass clippings, straw, or wood chips. Let the plants grow by watering well.

Which type of lighting is best for indoor plants?

Because they emit less heat, floralescent lights are great for indoor gardening. They are also consistent in lighting, and do not flicker or dimm. Fluorescent bulbs come in both compact fluorescent (CFL) and regular varieties. CFLs are up to 75% cheaper than traditional bulbs.

Do I have to purchase special equipment in order to grow vegetables on my own?

Not really. A shovel, trowel and watering container are all you need.

What should you do first when you start a garden?

First, prepare the soil before you start a garden. This involves adding organic matter, such as composted soil, grass clippings and leaves, straw or other material, to help provide nutrients for the plants. Next, place seeds or seedlings in prepared holes. Water thoroughly.

Statistics

• It will likely be ready if a seedling has between 3 and 4 true leaves. (gilmour.com)
• Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.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 a survey from the National Gardening Association, upward of 18 million novice gardeners have picked up a shovel since 2020. (wsj.com)

External Links

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• First and last Frost Dates by Zip Code

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• 6 Essential Steps for Starting Your First Vegetable Garden Off Right

How To

How to plant tomatoes

To plant tomatoes, you need to have a garden or container. Growing tomatoes requires knowledge, patience, love, and care. There are many types of tomato plants that you can buy online or at your local hardware store. Some tomato plants need special soil. Others don't. The most common type of tomato plant is a bush tomato, which grows from a small ball at its base. It's easy to grow and very productive. Buy a starter set if you are interested in growing tomatoes. You can find these kits in gardening shops and nurseries. They come with everything you need in order to get started.

There are three main steps when planting tomatoes:

1. Place them where you would like.
2. Prepare the ground. This includes digging up dirt, removing stones, weeds and the like.
3. Place the seeds directly on the prepared ground. Water thoroughly after placing the seedlings.
4. Wait until the leaves sprout. Then water again and wait for the first leaves to appear.
5. Once the stems are 1 cm (0.4 inches), you can transplant them to larger pots.
6. Continue to water each day.
7. Harvest the fruits once they're ripe.
8. Eat fresh tomatoes as soon as possible or store them in the refrigerator.
9. Each year, repeat the process.
10. Before you start, make sure to read the instructions.
11. Have fun growing your tomato plants!