We will be providing you with a list listing thirty tools that professional gardeners use daily.
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
- Watering Can
For watering borders and lawns, a large-capacity watering can is necessary. You can find top-quality watering cans in many designs. Some are equipped with brass rose heads, which give you even coverage when they're used in hanging baskets or window box applications.
Get your Watering Can on Amazon.
- Bucket
A large bucket is handy for carrying plants and many other gardening tasks.
Get your bucket 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.
- Scooped Shovel
The scooped shovel removes loose material like gravel and sand.
Get your scooped shovel on Amazon.
- 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.
Get your Leaf Rake on Amazon.
- 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 features short handles for good leverage while digging and a large blade for efficient scooping.
Get your Leaf Scoops 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. Long handles allow for a reduction in the force required to cut through thick branches or cut back flowers or shrubs.
Get your By-pass Loppers on Amazon.
- Round Shovel
The shovel's pointed blade breaks down hard soil and cuts roots.
Get your round shovel on Amazon.
- Long-Standing Dibber
A long-handled dibber helps plant small bulbs such as narcissi and snowdrops.
Get your Long Handled Dibber on Amazon.
- 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. It has a hook that allows you scoop out soil between plants.
Get your hand weed removal tool on Amazon.
- 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.
Get your extension pole pruning saw on Amazon.
- Crop Cover
A lightweight crop covering protects against wind and frost but allows water to penetrate the soil below. It protects seedslings during winter's coldest hours.
Get your Crop cover on Amazon.
- Pruning Shears
Used for cutting thicker branches, these are similar to secateurs but with longer handles. These tools are used by professionals to cut back perennials, before they can be lifted in late autumn/early Winter.
Get your pruning shears on Amazon.
- Hoe
This tool is used to weed between rows. However it may be necessary that you use a fork first to loosen the soil.
Get your Hoe on Amazon.
- A spade for the soul
Trenching spades are sharp on one side, and flat on the other. They dig up tree stumps. You can scoop the earth out with the flat side, while the sharp edge will cut into the roots.
Get your Trenching spade on Amazon.
- Bulb Planter
This sturdy stainless steel tool, which is ideal for planting bulbs, is a must-have. The tool's solid stainless-steel blade will last for many years. A ribbed Eva grip makes it comfortable to use.
Get your BulbPlanter on Amazon.
- Sun Hat
The garden hat is lightweight and protects you from sun rays. It features a broad brim, a tie-chin strap, and is made from 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.
Conclusion paragraph We'd love to hear about your favourite garden tool in the comments section. What caught your interest? We'd love to hear from you and make it a topic for a blog post or article. In the meantime, enjoy yourself outside to catch some sun before winter sets in!
FAQ
What vegetables are good to grow together?
Tomatoes and peppers can be grown together because they prefer similar soil conditions. Both are great companions as tomatoes require heat to ripen, while peppers need cooler temperatures to achieve their best flavor. If you want to try growing them together, start seeds indoors about six weeks before planting them. When the weather is warm, transplant the pepper and tomato plants outside.
Do I need to buy special equipment to grow vegetables?
Not really. All you need is a shovel, trowel, watering can, and maybe a rake.
What is the best way to determine what kind of soil I have?
By looking at the dirt's color, you can tell. More organic matter is found in darker soils than in lighter soils. Another option is to test the soil. These tests determine the amount of nutrients in the soil.
What is a planting calendar?
A planting schedule is a list listing the dates when plants should be planted. The goal is to maximize growth while minimizing stress for the plant. Early spring crops like spinach, lettuce, and peas must be sow after the last frost date. Later spring crops include cucumbers, squash, and summer beans. The fall crops include potatoes and carrots.
How long can I keep an indoor plant alive?
Indoor plants can survive up to ten years. To ensure new growth, it's important that you repot indoor plants every few years. It's easy to repot your plant. Simply remove the soil and add new compost.
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)
- According to a survey from the National Gardening Association, upward of 18 million novice gardeners have picked up a shovel since 2020. (wsj.com)
- Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.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 Grow Tomatoes
Tomatoes remain one of today's most beloved vegetables. They are simple to grow and offer many health benefits.
Tomatoes thrive in full sun with rich, fertile soil.
Tomato plants like temperatures over 60 degrees F.
Tomatoes love lots of airflow around them. Use trellises and cages to increase airflow.
Tomatoes need regular irrigation. If you can, use drip irrigation.
Tomatoes don't like hot weather. The soil should be kept below 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nitrogen-rich fertilizer is vital for tomatoes plants. Two weeks apart, apply 10 pounds 15-15-10 fertilizer.
Tomatoes need approximately 1 inch water per week. You can apply it directly to the foliage, or you can use a drip system.
Tomatoes are more susceptible to diseases, such as blossom end and bacterial. You can prevent these diseases by making sure the soil is properly drained, and applying fungicides.
Aphids and whiteflies are pests that can be harmful to tomatoes. Spray insecticidal soap on the undersides of leaves.
Tomatoes are versatile and delicious. Make tomato sauce, salsas, ketchups, relishes, pickles, among other things.
Growing your own tomatoes can be a fun experience.