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Top Gardening Tools

By Aaron Simpson 04/07/2022 4 mins read

In this article, we will provide you with a list of thirty tools that professional gardeners use in their daily jobs. 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.

Pruning Shears

These tools are useful for cutting 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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Pruning saw

A pruning saw, although not used as often by professional gardeners than secateurs or bypass pruners is ideal for cutting back 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.

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Round Shovel

The shovel's pointed blade cuts through roots and breaks up hard soil.

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Trowel

The Trowel is lightweight and versatile with a unique foot tread. It can handle any challenging job.

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Hand Fork

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

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Secateurs

These tools are extremely popular among professional gardeners. The serrated blade on some examples means that they help cut back woody perennials such as lavender once their flowers have faded. However, secateurs' blades can become blunt and cause a general weakening.

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Garden Gloves

Some gardeners prefer to work with gloves, but thorns or nettles, and rough or spiky leaves can make it difficult for some to handle the plants. Gloves can also be helpful to protect hands while you use tools.

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Garden Scissors

These tools are used primarily to cut wire and trim back leaves, but they can also be used to cut twine or other materials that require a sharp edge.

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Garden Hose and nozzle

You will need a sprayer and a hose to water your indoor and outdoor plants. Because it is lighter than thicker hoses, it's ideal for garden use.

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Watering can

A large watering tank is crucial for maintaining lawns and borders. Top quality can be available in various designs. Some are equipped with brass rose heads, which give you even coverage when they're used in hanging baskets or window box applications.

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Bypass Loppers

Used for cutting through branches up to 12cm (5 inches) thick and is lighter than an anvil lopper as there is no metal blade to sharpen. The long handles make it easier to cut through thick branches, and also cut back shrubs and flowers.

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Treating spade

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.

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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 is essential for protecting your skin from the sun's harmful UV rays during gardening season.

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Crop insurance

A lightweight crop cover will protect the soil from wind and frost but still allow water to flow through. It protects seedlings in the coldest winter months.

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Cultivator

The hoe shape helps break up clods of soil. The tined cultivator allows you to rake between plants and cut through weeds.

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Crack Weeder

Reverse action crack weeder features a pointed blade that separates soil from roots. It cuts deeply into the ground with a sharp point. It removes stones, weeds, and other debris from between paving slabs.

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Wheelbarrow

The wheelbarrow works well for moving heavy items, like soil and compost.

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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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Rake

A rake equipped with long, flexible plastic or wood tines will be especially helpful for digging into the soil and removing dead stems.

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Leaf Rake

A leaf rake helps remove leaves and debris from the lawn, as well as raking up leaves that fall between shrubs and border plants.

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Hand Weeding 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 also has a hooked end that enables you to scoop out soil from between plants.

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Extension pole pruning saw

The extension pole pruning see has a cutting power of up to 2.5m. This is great for reaching branches too high and safe to use a standard ladder or saw.

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Bucket

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

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Scooped Shovel

The shovel's scooped handle moves any loose material such gravel or sand.

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Conclusion paragraph Please share your favorite garden tools in the comments! What caught you're attention? We'd love to hear from you and make it a topic for a blog post or article. Enjoy the sun outside and enjoy it before winter sets in.

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FAQ

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

It's not true. A shovel, trowel and watering container are all you need.

What is your favorite vegetable garden layout?

The best vegetable garden layout depends on where you live. You should plant vegetables together if you live in a city. If you live in a rural location, you will need to space your plants out for maximum yield.

What size space is required for a vegetable garden?

It is best to remember that 1/2 pound of seed will be required for every square foot. For example, if you have a 10 foot by 10 foot area (3 meters by three meters), 100 pounds of seeds will be required.

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 also provide consistent lighting without flickering or dimming. Both regular and compact fluorescent fluorescent bulbs are available. CFLs can use up to 75% more energy than traditional bulbs.

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

Preparing soil for a vegetable garden is easy. First, remove all weeds in the area where you plan to plant vegetables. Then, add organic matter such as composted manure, leaves, grass clippings, straw, or wood chips. Water well, and wait for the plants to sprout.

Statistics

Today, 80 percent of all corn grown in North America is from GMO seed that is planted and sprayed with Roundup. - parkseed.com
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 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

External Links

almanac.com

Old Farmer's Almanac

planthardiness.ars.usda.gov

USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map

How To

How can I keep weeds at bay in my vegetable yard?

Growing vegetables that are healthy is not possible due to weeds. They compete for water, nutrients, sunlight, and space. These tips will help you prevent them taking over your garden.