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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Choosing Garden Gloves: Selecting The Best Gloves For GardeningBy Darcy Larum
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What Is A Transplant Spade: Using Transplant Spades In The GardenAlmost every gardener has a shovel, and probably a trowel too. And while you can get a long way with a few simple tools, it's sometimes nice to have the perfect utensil for the job. One such item is the tree transplant spade. Learn more in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Choosing A Wheelbarrow – Learn About Different Types Of WheelbarrowsNot all wheelbarrows are the same, though, so which type of wheelbarrow you should buy depends on the tasks you need it for. Click the article that follows to learn more about how to choose a wheelbarrow and the different types of wheelbarrows.
By Darcy Larum
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Japanese Digging Knife – Using A Hori Hori Knife For GardeningBy Liz Baessler
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Choosing Shovels For Gardens: What Shovel Do You Need For GardeningCorrectly choosing and using shovels in the garden is important. Choosing the right type of shovel for the job will help you work more effectively and avoid injuries. It will also provide better results for your garden. This article will help make your selection easier.
By Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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Using Garden Shears – How And When To Use Shears In The GardenWhen it comes to using garden shears, choosing the right pair is essential. Unfortunately, selecting from the many different kinds of shears on the market these days can be overwhelming, especially if you aren't sure exactly what type you need. This article will help.
By Nikki Tilley
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Garden Hose Information: Learn About Using Hoses In The GardenA garden hose is an important and necessary tool for anyone with a yard or garden. Choose the right one for your particularl gardening needs.
By Darcy Larum
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Garden Trowel Information: What Is A Trowel Used For In GardeningBy Darcy Larum
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What Is A Long Handled Shovel: Garden Uses For Long Handled ShovelsThe uses for long-handled shovels are many and both your garden and your back will thank you. What is a long-handled shovel? When to use long handles shovels? If you are unclear about where to stand on the long- vs. short-handled shovel debate, click here.
By Teo Spengler
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Lawn Mowing Equipment: What Are The Different Kinds Of Lawn MowersIn addition to regularly purchasing fertilizers, herbicides and seed for overseeding, homeowner's desiring a perfect lawn may also have to invest in a good quality lawn mower. Understanding your lawn mowing options is important. This article will help with that.
By Darcy Larum
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Help, My Garden Tools Are Rusted: How To Clean Rusty Garden ToolsAfter a long season of garden projects and chores, sometimes we forget to give our tools a good cleaning and proper storage. When we return to our garden sheds in spring, we find some of our favorite garden tools are rusted. Learn how to clean rusty garden tools here.
By Darcy Larum
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Garden Tool Organization – Ways To Organize Garden ToolsOrganizing your garden tools makes finding them easy and keeps them from disrepair in harsh elements. Click here for organizational ideas.
By Amy Grant
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Tools For Lefties: Learn About Garden Tools For Left HandersMuch of the world is designed for those who are right-handed, but there are left-handed gardeners and left-handed garden tools. Learn about them here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Winterizing Power Tools – Tips For Storing Power Lawn ToolsTemperatures often dictate when we can start or finish chores in the garden. This includes storing power lawn tools that we won’t be using for a few months. Find tips for winterizing lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other gas- or electric-powered equipment here.
By Becca Badgett
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Different Garden Hoes – Learn How To Use A Hoe For GardeningA hoe is an important tool for any serious gardener, but did you know that there are multiple types of garden hoes? Some are better for specific jobs, while others are designed for bigger or smaller spaces. This article will help with choosing the right hoe for the job.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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What Is A Hand Pruner: Different Types Of Hand Pruners For GardeningIt's not surprising that sorting through the many different types of hand pruners can be mind-boggling, but it's important to choose the best tool for the job. Knowing when to use them and using appropriate pruners makes the job easier. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Winter Garden Tool Storage: How To Clean Garden Tools For WinterWhen cold weather is coming and your garden is winding down, a good question arises: What will become of all your garden tools? Learn about winter garden tool maintenance and how to clean garden tools for winter in this article.
By Liz Baessler

