This article will give you a list with thirty tools professional gardeners use every day.
Given the wide variety of gardening tools that are available, we selected the best 30. These were chosen based upon their popularity in the industry and our personal opinion.
- Trowel
The Trowel is a lightweight, versatile tool that can be used for any job.
Get your Trowel 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.
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- Garden Hose and nozzle
An essential tool for watering indoor plants as well as outdoor vegetable gardens, shrubs and flower beds is a hose or sprayer. A lightweight hose works well in the garden because it tends not to kink more than thicker, so you can reduce water wastage.
Get your garden hose on Amazon.
- Rake
A rake that has long plastic or wooden tines can be very useful in working soil in raised beds. It can also be used to remove leaves from dead stems.
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- Wheelbarrow
The wheelbarrow is useful in transporting heavy items like soil and compost.
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- Bucket
A large bucket can be handy for transporting plants or other gardening chores.
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- Bypass Loppers
This tool is ideal for cutting branches up to 12cm (5 inches) thick. It is lighter than an anvillopper because there is no sharpening metal blade. The long handles are ideal for cutting through thick branches and trimming shrubs.
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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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- Hand Weeding Removal Tool
The handweed-removal tool is lightweight and simple to use. The hook end allows you to scoop soil between plants.
Get your hand weed removal tool on Amazon.
- Crack Weeder
The reverse action crack weeder has a pointed blade designed to separate soil from roots as it cuts deep into the ground. It removes weeds and stones from between paving blocks without damaging them.
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- Pruning saw
Although it's not commonly used by professional gardeners, a pruning see is great for cutting larger branches.
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.
- Trug
The Trug is lightweight and durable and can be used to transport loose items like bark chipspings and potting compost. Its high sidewalls give it incredible strength. The Trug can also be quickly emptied if it is turned upside down.
Get your trug on Amazon.
- Cultivator
The hoe shape breaks up soil clods. The tined cultivator is suitable for raking out between plants and chopping through weeds.
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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 features short handles for good leverage while digging and a large blade for efficient scooping.
Get your Leaf Scoops on Amazon.
- Garden Scissors
They are used primarily for cutting wire and trimming back foliage. But, they can also be used as a tool to cut twine or any other material which requires a sharp blade.
Get your garden scissors on Amazon.
- Secateurs
These tools are very popular with professional gardeners.
Some examples have a serrated blade that helps cut back woody perennials like lavender after their flowers have wilted. The blades on secateurs can become dull, which can cause the tool to lose its strength.
Get your secateurs on Amazon.
- Hand Fork
The small, hand-held fork is useful in weeding between closely planted border plants.
Get your hand fork on Amazon.
- Crop Cover
Lightweight crop covers are designed to protect against frost and wind, but allow water to reach the soil underneath. It protects seedslings during winter's coldest hours.
Get your Crop cover on Amazon.
Conclusion paragraph: We hope that you enjoyed our list with the top garden tools every gardener needs. Please share your favorite garden tools in the comments! What caught the attention of you? We'd love to hear from you and make it a topic for a blog post or article. Enjoy your time outside, and get some sun before winter sets.
FAQ
What is a planting plan?
A planting plan is a list of plants to be planted at different times each year. The goal is for plants to grow at their best while minimizing stress. So, for example, spring crops such as lettuce, spinach, or peas should not be sown before the last frost date. Squash, cucumbers, and summer beans are some of the later spring crops. Fall crops include potatoes, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower and broccoli.
Which kind of lighting is most effective for growing indoor plants?
Because they emit less heat then incandescent lamps, floralescent lights can be used indoors to grow plants. They can also provide steady lighting without flickering and dimming. You can find regular or compact fluorescent fluorescent bulbs. CFLs use up to 75% less energy than traditional bulbs.
Do I have to purchase special equipment in order to grow vegetables on my own?
No, not really. A shovel, trowel and watering container are all you need.
How can I find out what type of soil my house has?
The color of the soil can tell you how much organic matter it contains. You will find more organic matter in darker soils that those of lighter colors. Soil tests are another option. These tests measure the number of nutrients present in the soil.
How often should I water my indoor plant?
Watering indoor plants should be done every two days. You can maintain humidity in the house by watering. Humidity is essential for healthy plants.
When is the best time to plant flowers?
Planting flowers during springtime is best when temperatures are warm and the soil feels moist. If you live outside of a warm climate, it is best not to plant flowers until the first frost. The ideal temperature for growing plants indoors is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
How can you prepare the soil to grow vegetables in your garden?
Preparing soil to grow vegetables is very simple. First, you should remove all weeds around the area where you want to plant vegetables. You can then add organic matter, such as composted cow manure, leaves and grass clippings. After watering, wait for plants to sprout.
Statistics
- 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)
- 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
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How To
How to Grow Tomatoes
Tomatoes is one of the most loved vegetables today. They are simple to grow and offer many health benefits.
Tomatoes require full sunlight and rich, fertile ground.
Temperatures of 60 degrees Fahrenheit are the best for tomato plants
Tomatoes love lots of airflow around them. Use cages or trellises to improve airflow.
Tomatoes need regular irrigation. Drip irrigation is a good option.
Tomatoes hate hot weather. Keep the soil consistently below 80degF.
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. This can be applied directly to the leaves or via a drip system.
Tomatoes can be affected by diseases like blossom end rot or bacterial wilt. These problems can be prevented by properly draining the soil and using fungicides.
Tomatoes are susceptible to pests such as aphids and whiteflies. Spray insecticidal soap on the undersides of leaves.
Tomatoes are delicious and versatile. Use tomatoes to make salsa, ketchup and relish.
All in all, growing your own tomatoes is an enjoyable experience.