Gardening Tools
Be a tool expert in your garden. Each gardening tool serves a different purpose, so it's a good idea to know about the right tool for the job. Learn which is which, and how to care for them when you're finished prodding, digging, clipping, hoeing or just having fun in the garden.
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Using a Leaf Blower Too Early Doesn't Just Bother Neighbors, It May Be Against the Law – Here's How to Avoid Trouble
Be a kind and courteous this fall. Don't blow leaves outside of these hours to keep neighbors happy and keep yourself out of trouble.
By Teo Spengler
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I Bought One Lawn Tool From This Battery-Powered Brand & Ended Up Replacing My Whole Toolkit
I used to dread taking care of my yard, until I discovered this one battery-powered brand. Find out why I ditched my old tools and switched to Greenworks.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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My Garden Was Full of Weeds So Stubborn and Strong They Bent My Trowel, This Is the Tool I Used to Stop Them – Here's How It Held Up
I broke the cardinal rule of weeding: I let them grow. Here's the tool I used to tackle a garden covered in tough weeds—and the method I'll use next time.
By Laura Walters
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6 Shed Mistakes You May Not Know You’re Making – Plus, Ideas For Better Yard Storage
Sheds may seem straightforward, but you’d be amazed how easy it is to misjudge their construction and care. Follow these backyard shed ideas to prevent calamity
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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I Splurged on the Cult-Favorite Pruners Gardening Pros Swear By – and Have Zero Regrets
Editor in Chief Melanie shares her experience of upgrading to her new favorite hand pruners, loved by gardeners in the know around the globe.
By Melanie Griffiths
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If You’re Thinking About Planting Bulbs This Fall, You Need Monty Don’s Favorite Gardening Tool – Here’s Where To Get It
British garden guru Monty Don is always reaching for this one tool and I finally found out where to get it. Plus, affordable dupes that are just as handy.
By Laura Walters
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I Was Amazed by How Well This Wine Cork Hack Cleaned and Sharpened My Pruners – Now They Cut Like New
Our Editor in Chief took inspiration from the culinary world to discover her new favorite way to spruce up hand pruners and keep them sharp between uses.
By Melanie Griffiths
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8 Ingenious Ways To Use Buckets In The Garden That You’ve Probably Never Thought Of, But Should Definitely Try
Give that old bucket in your garage a second life with one of these clever tips. We've rounded up the best uses for buckets in the garden to save space and cash.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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This $35 Soil Knife Has Replaced All The Other Tools In My Shed – It Makes Light Work Of The Toughest Plants & Weeds
A simple, yet strong soil knife has changed my gardening experience. I even kind of enjoy weeding now! This versatile tool has saved me time and money.
By Kathleen Walters
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DIY Cloche Ideas For Frost Protection In The Garden
Extend the growing season into early spring and late fall with an easy, DIY garden cloche. These simple ideas can yield benefits for gardens of all sizes.
By Susan Albert
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Womanswork - Strong Women, Strong Gloves
Have you heard of Womanswork? They're a woman-owned business that's been empowering women (and making gardening gloves) for over 35 years.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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10 Essential Gardening Tools List: Key Buys For Beginners
Shovel, wheelbarrow, gloves... Every gardener needs a basic set of tools to get growing. Here's a list of our 10 must-haves.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Weeding Robots: Could AI Replace Herbicide?
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Use Soil Heating Cables To Grow In Winter
Soil heating cables are popular for a simple way to provide consistent warmth for soil in winter, but how to use heating cables? Click here and find out.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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The Environmental Impact Of Electric Vs. Gas Yard Tools
If your gardening requires machinery, learn the difference in the environmental impact of electric vs. gas powered tools.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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What Is A Cape Cod Weeder – Learn How To Use A Cape Cod Weeder
Folks from the U.S. eastern coast probably already know how to use a Cape Cod weeder, but the rest of us are wondering what the heck it is. Here’s a hint: A Cape Cod weeder is a tool, but of what sort? Click here to find out about using a Cape Cod weeder in the garden.
By Amy Grant
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Houseplant Gardening Tools - Essential Houseplant Tools
Raising houseplants isn’t as difficult or dirty as outdoor gardening, but a few tools make it easier. Here are a few of our favorite indoor houseplant tools.
By Mary H. Dyer