We will be providing you with a list listing thirty tools that professional gardeners use daily.
We have selected our top 30 gardening tools based on their popularity in the trade, as well as taking into account what we consider to be the most valuable.
Hoe
This tool is useful for weeding between rows of vegetables. However, you may need to use a knife to loosen the soil.
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Bucket
A large bucket can be handy for transporting plants or other gardening chores.
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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 removes stones and weeds from between paving slabs without damaging them.
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Scooped Shovel
The scooped shovel moves loose material such as gravel or sand.
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Secateurs
These tools are very popular among professional gardeners. They can be used to prune or deadhead roses.
A few examples include a serrated blade, which helps to cut back perennials that have lost their flowers. However, the blades of secateurs can be prone to becoming blunt, which will lead to an overall weakening of the tool.
Get your secateurs on Amazon.
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 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
These can be used to trim thicker branches. These are used by professional gardeners to trim perennials before they are lifted in the late autumn/early winter.
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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.
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Extension pole pruning saw
The extension pole pruning saw gives you a cutting capacity of up to 2.5m, making it ideal for reaching branches that are too high to reach safely with a standard saw or ladder.
Get your extension pole pruning saw on Amazon.
Garden Hose and nozzle
You will need a sprayer and a hose to water your indoor and outdoor plants. A lightweight hose is ideal for use in the garden as it tends to kink less than thicker hoses, reducing water wastage.
Get your garden hose on Amazon.
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.
Get your sun hat on Amazon.
Leaf Rake
A leaf-rake removes leaves and other debris from the grass and rakes up leaves that fall between shrubs.
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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 features a hook to allow you to scoop up soil between plants.
Get your hand weed removal tool on Amazon.
Round Shovel
The pointed blade of the shovel breaks up hard soil and cuts through roots.
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Trug
The Trug can transport and carry loose items such bark chippings and potting compound. The Trug's high sidewalls provide exceptional strength. It can also quickly release its contents if it is tipped upside-down.
Get your trug on Amazon.
Hedge shears
These shears come with long snips, which make it easier to cut through thicker trees. However the smaller blades can be used for fine pruning.
Get your Hedge Shears on Amazon.
Watering can
For watering borders and lawns, a large-capacity watering can is necessary. You can find top-quality watering cans in many designs. They have brass rose heads which provide uniform coverage on hanging baskets or window boxes.
Get your Watering Can on Amazon.
Wheelbarrow
A wheelbarrow can be used to transport heavy items such as soil or compost.
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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 solid stainless steel blade ensures long life, and a ribbed Eva grip makes the tool comfortable to use.
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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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Cultivator
The hoe shape can be used to break up soil clods. The tined cultivator is ideal for raking between plants, and cutting through weeds.
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Trowel
The Trowel, a versatile and lightweight tool with a deep foot tread is tough enough to tackle even the most difficult jobs.
Get your Trowel on Amazon.
Pruning saw
A pruning saw can be used to cut larger branches, even though it is not as commonly used by professional gardeners like secateurs and bypass pruners.
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.
Rake
A rake made of long plastic or sturdy wooden tines is ideal for working in soil raised on a foundation.
Get your Rake on Amazon.
Hand Fork
You can use the small hand fork to weed between close-knit border plants. It also helps in loosening clay soils.
Get your hand fork on Amazon.
Conclusion Paragraph: We hope you enjoyed this list of the best tools for gardeners. Please share your favorite garden tools in the comments! What caught your eye? 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 the sun outside and enjoy it before winter sets in.
FAQ
What size space is required for a vegetable garden?
The rule of thumb is to use 1/2 pound seed per square foot. If you have a 10-foot by 10-foot area (3m by 3m), then 100 pounds will be needed.
What should you do first when you start a garden?
The first thing you should do when starting a new garden is prepare the soil. This involves adding organic matter like composted manure and grass clippings as well as leaves, straw, straw, and other materials that provide nutrients to the soil. Next, plant the seeds or seedlings in the holes. Finally, make sure to water thoroughly.
What month is best for starting a vegetable or fruit garden?
The best time to plant vegetables is from April through June. This is when the soil is warmest and plants grow fastest. If you live in a cold climate, you may want to wait until July or August.
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
- According to a survey from the National Gardening Association, upward of 18 million novice gardeners have picked up a shovel since 2020. (wsj.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
How to Grow Tomatoes
Tomatoes have become a very popular vegetable. They are easy to grow and provide many benefits.
To tomatoes, full sun is required and soil should be rich and fertile.
Temperatures of 60 degrees Fahrenheit are the best for tomato plants
Tomatoes need plenty of air circulation. Use trellises and cages to increase airflow.
Tomatoes need regular irrigation. Drip irrigation is a good option.
Hot weather is not good for tomatoes. Maintain the soil temperature at 80 degrees F.
The nitrogen-rich fertilizer helps tomato plants thrive. Every two weeks, use 10 pounds of 15-15-10 fertilizer.
Tomatoes only need 1 inch of water per week. This can be applied directly on the foliage or through drip systems.
Tomatoes are prone to diseases such as blossom end rot and bacterial wilt. Make sure to drain the soil thoroughly and use fungicides.
Whiteflies and aphids can infest tomatoes. Spray insecticidal detergent on the undersides.
Tomatoes make a great and versatile vegetable. Use tomatoes to make salsa, ketchup and relish.
Growing your own tomatoes is a rewarding experience.