We present a list containing thirty tools that professional landscapers use in their day to day work.
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
Crop Cover
A lightweight crop covering protects against wind and frost but allows water to penetrate the soil below. It protects seedlings during the coldest period of winter.
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Garden Gloves
Some gardeners prefer not to use gloves but thorns, nettles and rough foliage can make it difficult to handle plants. Gloves are useful for protecting hands when using tools.
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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 make it easier to cut through thick branches, and also cut back shrubs and flowers.
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Rake
A rake made of long plastic or sturdy wooden tines is ideal for working in soil raised on a foundation.
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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.
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Sun Hat
This garden hat provides protection from the sun. It has a broad brim and a tie chin strap. It is made of lightweight materials. 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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Trowel
The Trowel is lightweight and versatile with a unique foot tread. It can handle any challenging job.
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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.
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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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Round Shovel
The pointed blade of the shovel cuts through roots and breaks down hard soil.
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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 is used to move loose material like gravel or sand.
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The perfect spade
Trenching spades, which are both flat and sharp, can be used to dig up tree stumps. The flat side enables you to scoop out the earth while the sharp edge cuts into the roots.
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Garden Fork
The garden fork has four to six prongs with short handles and is best suited for breaking up soil in the vegetable garden or flowerbeds.
The tines can be used for digging holes to plant, turning over soil in vegetable gardening, mixing plant feed, and clearing leaves from the area.
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Secateurs
Very popular with professional gardeners, these tools prune and deadhead flowering plants such as roses.
The serrated blades of some examples help to remove woody perennials such a lavender after the flowers have fallen. However, secateurs blades can become blunt which can result in the tool becoming less useful.
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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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Cultivator
The hoe shape is useful for breaking up soil clods. The tined cultivator is ideal for raking between plants, and cutting through weeds.
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Hand Fork
The small, hand-held fork is useful in weeding between closely planted border plants.
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Leaf Rake
A leaf rake can be used to remove leaves and debris from your lawn and to pick up leaves that are between shrubs and border plantings.
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Garden Hoses and Nozzles
The essential tools to water indoor plants and outside vegetable gardens, shrubs, or flower beds are a hose, sprayer, and bucket. Lightweight hoses are ideal for gardening because they tend to kink less then thicker hoses. This reduces water wastage.
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Bulb Planter
This sturdy stainless steel tool, which is ideal for planting bulbs, is a must-have. A solid stainless steel blade provides long-lasting durability, while the Eva grip is ribbed for comfort.
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Hand Weed Removing 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 features a hook to allow you to scoop up soil between plants.
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Bucket
A large bucket is handy for carrying plants and many other gardening tasks.
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Pruning saw
Although not often used by professional gardeners, a prune saw is ideal to trim larger branches.
Not only are they useful for domestic gardening tasks, but wild-life gardeners may even use one to cut back overhanging branches or trees to provide nesting birds with a clear flight path.
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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.
Get your Hoe on Amazon.
Conclusion paragraph: We hope that you enjoyed our list with the top garden tools every gardener needs. You can share your favorites in the comments. What caught you're attention? Let us know what caught your attention and we'll look into making that topic a more interesting topic for a future article or blog post on this website. Take some time out to soak up the sun before winter sets.
FAQ
What time should I plant herbs in my garden?
Plant herbs in spring when the soil temperatures are 55 degrees Fahrenheit. To get the best results, they should be planted in full sun. Plant basil indoors by placing seedlings into pots containing potting mix. Keep them out of direct sun until they sprout leaves. Once the plants begin to grow properly, you should move them into bright indirect lights. After about three weeks, transplant them to individual containers and continue to water them regularly.
What is the best vegetable gardening layout?
Your location will determine the best layout for your vegetable garden. For easy harvesting, it is best to plant vegetables in the same area as your home. If you live in rural areas, space your plants to maximize yield.
Can I plant fruit trees in pots
Yes! If you have limited space, fruit trees can be grown indoors. Make sure your pot is drained to prevent the tree from getting rotted by excess moisture. Make sure the pot is deep enough for the root ball to be held. This will protect the tree from being stressed.
Which type of lighting best suits indoor plant growth?
Florescent lights work well for growing plants indoors because they emit less heat than incandescent bulbs. They can also provide steady lighting without flickering and dimming. Both regular and compact fluorescent fluorescent bulbs are available. CFLs are up to 75% cheaper than traditional bulbs.
What is the first thing to do when starting a garden?
The first thing you should do when starting a new garden is prepare the soil. This involves adding organic matter like composted manure and grass clippings as well as leaves, straw, straw, and other materials that provide nutrients to the soil. Next, plant the seeds or seedlings in the holes. Finally, water thoroughly.
What month should I start a vegetable garden?
It is best to plant vegetables between April and June. This is when the soil is warmest and plants grow fastest. If you live somewhere cold, it is best to wait until July or august.
How many hours of light does a plant need?
It all depends on what kind of plant you have. Some plants need 12 hours direct sunlight each day. Some prefer 8 hours of indirect sunshine. Most vegetables need 10 hours of direct sunlight per 24-hour period.
Statistics
- 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
- 80% of residents spent a lifetime as large-scale farmers (or working on farms) using many chemicals believed to be cancerous today. (acountrygirlslife.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)
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How To
Organic fertilizers to be used in the garden
Organic fertilizers are made with natural substances like compost, manure, seaweed extract and blood meal. The term "organic" means that they are produced using non-synthetic material. Synthetic fertilizers are chemical compounds used in industrial processes. Because they are quick and efficient, synthetic fertilizers are popular in agriculture. They don't require laborious preparation. However, synthetic fertilizers pose risks to human health and the environment. They also require large amounts energy and water to make. Synthetic fertilizers also pollute surface and groundwater through runoff. This pollution is both harmful to wildlife as well as humans.
There are many kinds of organic fertilizers.
* Manure is a product of livestock eating nitrogen-rich food (a plant nutrient). It contains bacteria, enzymes, and other substances that break down the waste into simple compounds which can be easily absorbed by plants.
* Compost is a mixture from vegetable scraps, grass clippings and decaying leaves. It is rich with nitrogen, phosphorus. potassium, calcium. magnesium. sulfur. iron. copper. manganese. molybdenum. chlorine. and carbon. It is porous so it retains moisture well and releases nutrients slowly.
* Fish Emulsion is a liquid product made from fish oil. It is similar to soap in its ability to dissolve oils and fats. It has trace elements such as phosphorous, nitrogen and nitrate.
* Seaweed extract - A concentrated solution of minerals from kelp and red algae. It is rich in vitamins A, C and iodine as well as iron.
* Guano is the excrement of seabirds and bats. It contains nitrogen and phosphorous, potassium as well sulfate, salt, chloride, carbon, sodium, magnesium and other minerals.
* Blood Meal, the remains from slaughtered animals. It is high in protein, making it suitable for feeding poultry and other livestock. It also contains trace minerals, phosphorus and potassium.
For organic fertilizer mix equal amounts of manure, compost and/or fishemulsion. Mix well. If you don't have all three ingredients, you can substitute them one for another. For example, you could mix 1 part of the fishemulsion with 2 parts of compost if only you have access to fish emulsion.
Apply the fertilizer by spreading it evenly using a tiller or shovel. The fertilizer should be about 1/4 cup per square foot. You will need to add more fertilizer every two weeks until you see signs of new growth.