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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Customize Your Garden Tool Handles With This Simple Fix to Prevent Gardener’s ThumbDon't let hand pain ruin your season! This simple guide will turn your pruners into an ergonomic dream.
By Tyler Schuster
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Does the Tin Foil Trick Really Sharpen Pruners? I Tried it Out and Learned an Unexpected LessonGardeners have been using the tin foil trick to sharpen hand pruners for years – I put it to the test.
By Emma Kendell
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If I Were Building My Gardening Kit From Scratch, Here’s Where I’d Splurge and SaveGarden tools can be expensive: after 30 years of gardening, this is where I splash the cash and where I scrimp and save.
By Emma Kendell
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Homeowners Are Using Leaf Blowers to Clear Snow — Here’s What to Know Before You Try ItLeaf blowers can work for snow removal in certain situations — here’s when they make sense.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Confused About Pruners? These Are the Only 3 Types You Really NeedIf every pair of pruners looks the same to you, you’re not alone. This guide explains the three essential types most gardeners need – and when to use each one.
By Melanie Griffiths
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The 9 Best Gardening Tools to Set You Up for 2026 – Pros Love These Affordable PicksLooking for the gardening essentials worth investing in for the year ahead? We’ve got you covered.
By Kayleigh Dray
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Why Homeowners Are Ditching Their Regular Snow Shovels and Blowers For This Cordless AlternativeCordless electric snow shovels bridge the gap between manual shovels and snow blowers – here’s why they’re worth considering.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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Gas Leaf Blower Bans Are Coming Into Force Across the US – See if Your Area Is on the List and Discover the Best Electric AlternativesDon't get caught out by new leaf blower bans. Learn where they are going into effect and how you can mitigate the impact.
By Kathleen Walters
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After Almost 140 Years, Serious Gardeners Still Swear by This British Watering Can Brand – Plus, Shop the Best DupesGarden pros and serious amateurs alike love this heritage garden brand's watering cans. Find out why, where to get one, and the best dupes for your garden.
By Laura Walters
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My Husband Is a Professional Gardener, and He Says This $22 Tool Is the Best Christmas Gift He’s Ever ReceivedIf you're not sure what to buy the gardener in your life, look this way...
By Kayleigh Dray
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I Asked Professional Gardeners Which Pruners They Rely On for All Their Toughest Jobs – and There Was One Clear WinnerIf you're looking for a reliable set of pruners, you've come to the right place. Here are the top picks, according to florists and expert gardeners.
By Ciéra Cree
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Now Is the Time to Give Your Pruners Some Winter TLC – This Simple Method Gets Them Sharp, Clean, and Ready for SpringBefore you put your garden tools away for the season, a little winter maintenance can make all the difference. This easy cleaning and sharpening routine will keep your pruners performing beautifully next year.
By Melanie Griffiths
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"My Knees Have Never Been Happier!" This Garden Kneeler Makes Yard Work So Much Easier – and It's on Sale NowThis garden kneeler my brother gave me last Christmas is one of my all-time favorite gifts. Find out why and where you can buy it for the gardener on your list.
By Laura Walters
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This Backpack Leaf Blower Is My Mom’s Favorite Christmas Gift Ever – Why It's the Perfect Present for Your Loved Ones, TooNothing says "I love you" like a backpack leaf blower – at least that's what my mom thinks. Learn why this unlikely landscaping tool is her most cherished gift.
By Laura Walters
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The All-Purpose Garden Tool Experts Swear By Is Just $20 for Black FridayIf you only buy one garden tool, make it this one. It handles digging, planting, dividing, and more – and it’s a Black Friday steal.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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5 Tools Gardening Experts Say They Reach for on Repeat – And the #1 Rule They Always Follow When Buying New ToolsWith these tools on your side, gardening is so much easier and more enjoyable. Here are the 5 items experts say they can't live without.
By Ciéra Cree
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I Was Dreading Fall Leaf Cleanup – But This 3-in-1 Blower, Vacuum & Mulcher Makes it a Breeze (and It’s on Sale!)Make fall cleanup effortless with a powerful 3-in-1 tool that blows, vacuums, and mulches leaves into tidy perfection.
By Allie Kerkhoff

