We will be providing you with a list listing thirty tools that professional gardeners use daily.
There are so many gardening tools on the market. We chose our top 30, based on how popular they are in the trade as well as what we think is the most valuable.
- Garden Fork
The garden fork features four to six prongs that have short handles. This garden fork is ideal for breaking up soil for vegetable gardens and 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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- Leaf Scoops
The leaf scoop features a pointed tip to make it easier to dig holes for plants and trees. It has short handles to give good leverage when digging and has a wide blade for efficient scooping.
Get your Leaf Scoops on Amazon.
- Hedge Shears
These shears have long snips that make it easy to trim thicker branches. The smaller blades are great for fine pruning.
Get your Hedge Shears on Amazon.
- Trowel
A lightweight and versatile tool with a unique deep foot tread, the Trowel is strong enough to handle even the most challenging jobs.
Get your Trowel 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.
- Garden Hose and nozzle
The essential tools to water indoor plants and outside vegetable gardens, shrubs, or flower beds are a hose, sprayer, and bucket. Lightweight hoses work well in gardens because they tend not to kink as much as thicker ones, which reduces water waste.
Get your garden hose on Amazon.
- Bucket
A large bucket can be handy for transporting plants or other gardening chores.
Get your bucket on Amazon.
- Hand Weed Remover
The hand weed removal tool is a lightweight, easy to use gardening tool which enables you to remove weeds in the ground without damaging them. It also has a hooked end that enables you to scoop out soil from between plants.
Get your hand weed removal tool on Amazon.
- Scooped Shovel
The scooped shovel removes loose material like gravel and sand.
Get your scooped shovel on Amazon.
- Long Handled Dibber
A long-handled, hand-held dibber can be used to plant small bulbs like snowdrops.
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- Sun Hat
The garden hat protects you from the sun with a wide brim, has a tie chin strap, and is made of lightweight materials. It's an essential tool for protecting yourself from harmful UV rays when gardening in spring and summer.
Get your sun hat on Amazon.
- Secateurs
These tools are extremely popular among professional gardeners.
A few examples include a serrated blade, which helps to cut back perennials that have lost their flowers. 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.
- Hoe
This tool is for weeding between rows. However you might need to use the fork to loosen soil.
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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.
Get your garden scissors on Amazon.
- Hand Fork
This small fork allows you to weed among closely-planted border plants. It can also be used to loosen clay soils.
Get your hand fork on Amazon.
- Leaf Rake
A leaf rake is used to remove leaves, debris and leaves from the lawn. It can also be used to rake up leaves that have fallen between shrubs and border plant.
Get your Leaf Rake on Amazon.
- Extension pole pruning saw
The extension pole pruning can be used to cut branches up to 2.5m high.
Get your extension pole pruning saw on Amazon.
- Cultivator
The hoe shape is useful for breaking up soil clods. The tined cultivator is ideal for raking between plants, and cutting through weeds.
Get your cultivator on Amazon.
- Round Shovel
The pointed edge of the shovel is designed to break up soil and cut through roots.
Get your round shovel 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 are ideal for cutting through thick branches and trimming shrubs.
Get your By-pass Loppers on Amazon.
Conclusion paragraph If you have a favorite, please share it in the comments below! What caught your interest? Let us know what caught your attention and we'll look into making that topic a more interesting topic for a future article or blog post on this website. In the meantime, enjoy yourself outside to catch some sun before winter sets in!
FAQ
Do I need special equipment to grow vegetables in my garden?
Not really. All you need are a trowel or shovel and a watering can.
Which seeds should I start indoors and which ones should I avoid?
The best seed for starting indoors is a tomato seed. Tomatoes are easy to grow, and they produce fruit all year round. If you are growing tomatoes in pots, take care when you transplant them to the ground. Planting too soon can cause soil to dry out and root rot. It is important to be aware that bacteria wilt can quickly kill plants.
What month should I start a vegetable garden?
Planting vegetables in April and June is the best time. This is when the soil temperature is highest and plants grow most quickly. If you live outside of a warm climate, you might be better off waiting until July or August.
Is it possible to grow vegetables indoors?
Yes, you can grow vegetables inside in the winter. A greenhouse or grow light will be required. You should check the laws in your area before you purchase a greenhouse.
What is the difference between hydroponic gardening and aquaponic gardening?
Hydroponic gardening relies on nutrient rich water rather than soil to provide nutrients for plants. Aquaponics involves the use of fish tanks in combination with plants to create an eco-system that can self-sufficient. It's like having a farm right in your backyard.
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)
- 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
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How To
Basil Growing Tips
Basil is one of the most versatile herbs you can use in your kitchen. It's great for flavoring dishes, adding flavor to soups, sauces, salads, pasta, and even desserts. These are some helpful tips to help you grow basil indoors.
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Carefully choose your location. Basil is an evergreen plant. If it's not located in the right area, it will only last one season. Basil is tolerant to partial shade, but it prefers full sun. If you plan to grow it outside, make sure there is good air circulation.
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Plant the seeds. Basil seeds must be planted at the latest two weeks before last frost. Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep in small pots filled with potting mix. Clear plastic wrap should be used to cover the pots. Germination usually takes about 10 days. Once germinated, move the pots into a shaded area where temperatures stay around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
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When the seedlings reach maturity, you can transplant them. The plastic wrap should be removed and the seedlings transplanted into larger containers. To drain excess moisture, fill each container with potting mixture. As needed, add more potting mixture. Place the containers in indirect or sunny light. Mist the plants regularly to keep them from wilting.
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After the danger of frost has passed, apply a thick layer of mulch over the top of the plants. This will protect the plants from freezing weather and decrease water loss.
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Regularly water the plants. Basil requires regular watering in order to thrive. To determine how much water your plants require, use a rain gauge. Also, use a timer to turn off the irrigation system during dry spells automatically.
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When your basil reaches its peak, pick it. Pick the leaves regularly to encourage bushier, healthier growth.
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The leaves can be dried on paper towels or screens. Dry the leaves in glass jars and bags in the fridge.