21st Guru

A garden will brighten any yard with vibrant flowers, fruitful plants and a palate of colours. To get the most out of your garden having the right garden tools is important. buying high quality and appropriate garden tools will make your job easier and more productive.

A Helpful List of Garden Tools

There are a few basic tools that every gardener should have. These products will make working in your garden easier, while also enabling you to perform vital actions that will increase the health of your plants and the soil that nourishes them. If you’re just starting out, do not think that the most expensive garden tools are the best. As you become more familiar with gardening, you will discover which type of tools are most needed and can then invest a little more in those particular ones. You may not need all of these tools immediately, and it might even be a good idea to borrow one or two from a neighbor to see if you find them useful and comfortable to use.

The Shovel

Every gardener needs a shovel. Shovels are necessary for turning the soil, digging holes for planting and filling in those holes. I believe a shovel should have a flat edge at the top of the blade. This creates a spot for your foot, which helps you to push the soil down and then back up.

Small Garden Trowel

A garden trowel can be thought of as a small shovel, to use a trowel you will need to be on your knees. Rubber handles are usually easier to grip, but this will be a personal choice on your part. Wide, rounded blades move the soil faster and many models are designed to take the stress off your wrist.

Garden Hoes

Garden hoes make short work of those nusance weeds. There are two types of garden hoe ones with prongs such as the Canterbury Hoe 3 Pronged and those with a steel blade such as the Canterbury Hoe Flat Blade . The Steel Blade will slice through the soil quickly, taking some of the drudgery away from this job. Prongs will help break up the soil. You will need to choose a hoe based on the area that needs to be weeded. If you are working in a tight space, choose smaller blades.

Garden Rakes

Garden rakes are also necessary garden tools. There are several types that are used in gardens. A typical garden rake can clear away the autumn leaves before spring planting such as the Wooden Hay Rake. Smaller, narrower rakes may be used around existing plants and shrubs. These may come with smaller handles and rake heads.

Watering Systems

Watering cans and a hose round out this quick list of garden tools. Normal rainfall may not be enough for certain plants, so choosing a good-sized watering can is important. Be sure to pick up the can in the store and see how it feels. A quality watering can will balance in your hand because of the placement of the handle. Don’t get one too large that you won’t be able to lift it comfortably. As for hoses, the price usually reflects the quality, so buy the best you can afford.