Gardening Tools

Every gardener should have a few essential gardening tools at his disposal before he gets his hands dirty. Perhaps two of the most useful are the pointed shovel and trowel. A pointed shovel is appropriate for larger bushes and shrubs, while a trowel (or hand shovel) is ideal for digging smaller holes for flowers, plants, or even garden lights.

For cutting away dead perennials, trimming flowering bushes, and clipping the grass your mower missed, a pair of hand clippers are essential. However, these shouldn’t be confused with pruners. A pair of pruners are necessary for clipping clean through the tough, wood-like stalks of your rose bushes. Look for a pair that maximizes leverage to make slicing through especially thick stalks effortless.

A wheelbarrow can also make many gardening tasks a little easier. More economical models are often crafted from plastic instead of metal. These are perfectly suited for moving dirt, collecting grass clippings or leaves, or even moving a shrub from one side of the lawn to the other. While more expensive, a metal version may prove stronger and more versatile. In addition to the aforementioned tasks, a metal wheelbarrow can be used for mixing concrete and moving heavier loads, like bricks and garden stones.

Perhaps the most useful tool is a proper garden hose. When choosing a hose, it’s important to select one appropriate for the size of your lawn. Choose one that’s too small and you won’t reach all corners of your garden. Purchase a hose that’s too large and you’ll have to contend with frustrating tangles and kinks. Accurate measurements of your yard will reveal which hose is ideal. Hose additions, like special nozzles and sprayers, can make watering more effective.

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