This article will give you a list with thirty tools professional gardeners use every day.
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.
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.
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.
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Wheelbarrow
A wheelbarrow can be used to transport heavy items such as soil or compost.
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Trug
The Trug is lightweight and durable and can be used to transport loose items like bark chipspings and potting compost. 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.
Trowel
A lightweight and versatile tool with a unique deep foot tread, the Trowel is strong enough to handle even the most challenging jobs.
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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.
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Watering Can
A large watering tank is crucial for maintaining lawns and borders. Many designs are available to ensure top quality. They have brass rose heads which provide uniform coverage on hanging baskets or window boxes.
Get your Watering Can on Amazon.
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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Bucket
A large bucket is handy for carrying plants and many other gardening tasks.
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Garden Fork
Garden forks have four to six prongs and short handles. They are best used for breaking up soil in vegetable gardens or flowerbeds.
These tines can be used to dig holes for planting, turn over soil in vegetable gardens and mix plant feed into it. They also have the ability to clear leaves from around plants.
Get your Garden Fork on Amazon.
A spade for the soul
Trenching spades are sharp on one side, and flat on the other. They dig up tree stumps. The flat side enables you to scoop out the earth while the sharp edge cuts into the roots.
Get your Trenching spade 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.
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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Scooped Shovel
The scooped shovel removes loose material like gravel and sand.
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Round Shovel
The shovel's pointed blade cuts through roots and breaks up hard soil.
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Crop Cover
A lightweight crop cover protects from frost and wind but will allow water to pass through to the soil underneath. It protects seedlings in the coldest winter months.
Get your Crop cover on Amazon.
Bulb Planter
A must have for planting bulbs, this durable stainless steel tool is comfortable to use and will give many years of trouble-free service. The blade is made of solid stainless steel and has a ribbed Eva grip that makes it easy to use.
Get your BulbPlanter on Amazon.
Hoe
This tool is useful for weeding between rows of vegetables. However, you may need to use a knife to loosen the soil.
Get your Hoe on Amazon.
Long-handled Dibber
A long-handled, hand-held dibber can be used to plant small bulbs like snowdrops.
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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. 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.
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.
Get your pruning shears on Amazon.
Crack Weeder
The reverse-action crack weeder is equipped with a pointed knife that can separate roots and soil. It will remove stones and weeds that are between paving slabs.
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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 end which allows you to scoop out the soil between plants.
Get your hand weed removal tool 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.
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.
Get your Rake on Amazon.
Leaf Scoops
The pointed tip of the leaf scoop allows you to easily dig holes for planting trees or shrubs. It also features a sharp edge that can be used to cut roots. The handles are short to provide leverage for digging, and the blade is wide for efficient scooping.
Get your Leaf Scoops on Amazon.
Pruning saw
Although it's not commonly used by professional gardeners, a pruning see is great for cutting larger branches.
These tools are not only useful for home gardening, but wild-life gardeners can also use them to remove overhanging branches or trees so that nesting birds have a clear path to their flight path.
Get your pruning saw on Amazon.
Conclusion Paragraph: We hope you enjoyed this list of the best tools for gardeners. If you have a favorite, please share it in the comments below! What caught your eye? Let us know, and we'll see if we can help make that an even better topic for a future blog post or article on this site. Take some time out to soak up the sun before winter sets.
FAQ
How much light does a tree need?
It all depends on what kind of plant you have. Some plants need 12 hours of direct sun per day. Others prefer 8 hours in indirect sunlight. Most vegetables need at least 10 hours of direct sunlight per 24-hour time period.
How big is a vegetable gardening space?
A good rule is that 1 square foot of soil needs 1/2 pound. If you have a 10-foot by 10-foot area (3m by 3m), then 100 pounds will be needed.
What's the first thing you should do when you begin a garden project?
The first step to starting a garden is to prepare it. This includes adding organic matter like composted cow manure, grass clippings leaves, straw, and so on, which will help to provide plant nutrients. Next, place seeds or seedlings in prepared holes. Finally, water thoroughly.
When is the best time to plant flowers?
Planting flowers is best done during springtime when temperatures are milder and the soil is moist. If you live somewhere cold, planting flowers should be done before the first frost. The ideal temperature to grow plants indoors is 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the best way to determine what kind of soil I have?
The dirt's color can tell you what it is. The soil color will tell you if it contains more organic matter than the lighter ones. A second option is soil testing. These tests determine the amount of nutrients in the soil.
How often should my indoor plants be watered?
Indoor plants require watering at least once a day. Watering helps maintain humidity levels inside the house. For healthy plants, humidity is vital.
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
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How To
How to Grow Tomatoes
Tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables grown today. They are easy to grow and provide many benefits.
Tomatoes need full sun and rich, fertile soil.
Tomato plants love temperatures above 60°F.
Tomatoes enjoy lots of air circulation. To improve airflow, you can use trellises (or cages).
Tomatoes need regular irrigation. If possible, you should use drip irrigation.
Tomatoes do not like heat. Keep the soil at 80°F.
Nitrogen-rich fertilizer is vital for tomatoes plants. Every two weeks, apply 10 pounds of 15-15-10 fertilizer.
Tomatoes only need 1 inch of water per week. This can be applied directly to the leaves or via a drip system.
Tomatoes are susceptible to diseases like blossom end-rot and bacterial wiilt. Keep the soil well drained and apply fungicides to prevent these problems.
Tomatoes are susceptible to pests such as aphids and whiteflies. Spray insecticidal detergent on the undersides.
Tomatoes are delicious and versatile. Tomato sauce, salsa, relish, pickles and ketchup are just a few of the many uses for tomatoes.
Overall, it's a great experience to grow your own tomatoes.