We present a list containing thirty tools that professional landscapers use in their day to day work.
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 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 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.
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- Garden Gloves
Some gardeners prefer gloves to avoid thorns and other nettles. However, it can be difficult to manage plants if they are covered by thorns.
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- Pruning Shears
These can be used to trim thicker branches. These tools are used by professionals to cut back perennials, before they can be lifted in late autumn/early Winter.
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- Trug
The Trug is light and portable, making it ideal for transporting loose items such potting soil, bark chips, and other small items. The Trug's high sidewalls provide exceptional strength. It can also quickly release its contents if it is tipped upside-down.
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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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- 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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- Secateurs
These tools are very well-liked by professional gardeners.
You can use the serrated blades on some examples to help you cut down woody perennials, such as lavender, after they have died. However, the blades of secateurs can be prone to becoming blunt, which will lead to an overall weakening of the tool.
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- Scooped Shovel
The scooped shovel is used to move loose material like gravel or sand.
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- Hand Fork
The small, hand-held fork is useful in weeding between closely planted border plants.
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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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- Round Shovel
The pointed edge of the shovel is designed to break up soil and cut through roots.
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- Garden Scissors
Used mainly to cut the wire and trim back foliage, although these tools are equally suited to cutting twine or any other material that requires a sharp edge.
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Conclusion paragraph: We hope that you enjoyed our list with the top garden tools every gardener needs. If you have a favorite, please share it in the comments below! What caught your interest? 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 to enjoy the sunshine outside before winter sets in.
FAQ
Does my backyard have enough space for a garden?
If you don't already have a vegetable garden, you might wonder whether you'll have enough room for one. The answer is yes. A vegetable garden doesn't take up much space at all. It's all about planning. For example, you can build raised beds just 6 inches high. Containers can be used in place of raised beds. You will still get plenty of produce regardless of how you do it.
Can I grow veggies indoors?
Yes, you can grow vegetables indoors during winter. You will need to purchase a greenhouse or grow lights. Make sure to check with local laws before doing this.
Can I grow fruit trees inside pots?
Yes! If you have limited space, fruit trees can be grown indoors. To prevent tree rot, make sure the pot has drainage holes. Also, ensure the pot is deep enough to hold the root ball. This will keep the tree from becoming stressed.
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)
- Most tomatoes and peppers will take 6-8 weeks to reach transplant size so plan according to your climate! - ufseeds.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)
- Today, 80 percent of all corn grown in North America is from GMO seed that is planted and sprayed with Roundup. - parkseed.com
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How To
Organic fertilizers to be used in the garden
Organic fertilizers are made from natural substances such as manure, compost, fish emulsion, seaweed extract, guano, and blood meal. Non-synthetic materials are used in the production of organic fertilizers. Synthetic fertilizers are chemical compounds used in industrial processes. These fertilizers are commonly used in agriculture, as they can provide nutrients to plants quickly without the need for complicated preparation. Synthetic fertilizers can pose risks to the environment and human health. In addition, they require large amounts of energy and water to produce. Moreover, many synthetic fertilizers pollute groundwater and surface waters due to runoff. This pollution is both harmful to wildlife as well as humans.
There are many kinds of organic fertilizers.
* Manure is produced when livestock eat nitrogen-rich foods (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 - A mixture of grass clippings from the lawn, decaying leaves, vegetable scraps, and animal dung. It is high in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium as well as calcium, magnesium, sulfur. It is porous so it retains moisture well and releases nutrients slowly.
* Fish Emulsion: A liquid product derived primarily from fish oil. It is similar to soap in its ability to dissolve oils and fats. It contains phosphorous, nitrogen, and trace elements.
* Seaweed Extract – A concentrated solution containing minerals extracted from kelp. It provides a source of vitamins A and C, iodine, and iron.
* Guano is excrement from amphibians, seabirds, bats and reptiles. It contains nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, magnesium, sulfate, chloride, and carbon.
* Blood Meal - The remains of animals slaughtered. It contains protein, which makes it useful for feeding poultry and other animals. It also has trace minerals such as phosphorous, potassium, nitrogen and other nutrients.
Mix equal amounts of compost, manure, and/or fish oil to make organic fertilizer. Mix thoroughly. If you don’t own all three ingredients, one can be substituted for the other. 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. You should spread about one quarter cup of the fertilizer per square foot. To see signs of new growth, you'll need more fertilizer each two weeks.