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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Bow Rake Information: What Is A Bow RakeNot all rakes are created equal, and some jobs require a certain tool. One such rake is the bow rake, also known as the garden rake. Learn more bow rake information, like how to use a bow rake and garden rake uses, in the following article.
By Liz Baessler
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Covid Gardening Masks – What Are The Best Masks For GardenersMany growers have used gardening face masks for a variety of purposes, even before the “pandemic.” Learn about masks for gardeners here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Ancient Garden Tools: Historical Tools Used For GardeningA trained grower appreciates the amount of work involved in creating garden space, like the tools used for gardening. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Why You Should Try Cutting Grass With A ScytheRead how using an old fashioned scythe to cut your tall grass can be satisfying and more eco-friendly.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Basic Succulent Essentials – Tools For Growing SucculentsKeep your tools handy when growing succulents. You’ll need them. What kind of tools for succulents are there? Click here to learn more.
By Becca Badgett
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Tools For Removing Weeds And Invasive PlantsPlants are wonderful, but they're not all good. Let's take a look at how to get rid of invasive plants and the tools that will get the job done.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Use A Leaf Vacuum In Your YardWe’ve all heard of leaf blowers. But what is a leaf vacuum? Read on to learn more about leaf vacuums and their uses.
By Susan Albert
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Choosing A Weed Eater: Tips On Using String Trimmers In The LandscapeMany gardeners know more about weeds than weed eaters. If this sounds familiar, then you may need some help choosing a weed eater, also known as a string trimmer. Click here for string trimmer information and tips about using string trimmers in the landscape.
By Teo Spengler
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What Is A Pruning Saw – Learn When To Use Pruning SawsOne important gardening tool is called a pruning saw. If you've never used one, you may have lots of questions. What is a pruning saw? What are pruning saws used for? When to use pruning saws? Click here for all the information you need to get started using a pruning saw.
By Teo Spengler
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Using Hand Weeder Tools: How To Use A Hand Weeder Tool In The GardenWeeding isn?'t fun. The rare lucky gardener can find some zen-like peace in it, but for the rest of us it's a real pain. There's no way to make weeding painless, but it can be made bearable, especially if you have the right tools. Learn more about using hand weeder tools here.
By Liz Baessler
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What Is A Water Wand: Learn About Using Garden Water WandsWatering plants probably seems pretty straightforward and simple, but it is actually something I spend the most time training new workers on. One tool I find essential to proper watering practices is the water wand. What is a water wand? Find out here.
By Darcy Larum
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What Are Loppers Used For: Tips On Using Garden Loppers For PruningGardening is easier when you choose the right tool for a particular task, and it's hard to get by without loppers. What are loppers used for? They are tough pruners used to clip thicker woody stems as well as thinner stems that are hard to reach. Learn more here.
By Teo Spengler
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Hand Rakes And Uses – When To Use A Hand Rake In The GardenHand rakes for the garden come in two basic designs and can make many gardening tasks more efficient and effective. This article will explain when to use a hand rake and what type will work best for each situation. Click here to learn more.
By Gardening Know How
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Do I Need A Bulb Planter: Learn About Using Bulb Planters In The GardenA bulb planter is a foolproof way of getting the depth correct. Using bulb planters can take the guesswork out of planting bulbs and make the process much quicker. This means your color display will take half the time but be just as beautiful. Learn more in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Different Types Of Watering Cans – Choosing Watering Cans For GardensBy Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A Garden Knife: Learn About Garden Knife UsesEvery avid gardener has his or hers favorite garden tool. Mine is the hori hori garden knife. Garden knife uses are many. Want to learn more about gardening knives? Click here to find out when and how to use a garden knife.
By Amy Grant
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Copper Wire Mesh Uses - Using Copper Wire In The GardenTired of slugs and snails dining on your favorite plants and young trees? There are lots of tricks and baits available, but have you tried copper wire mesh? It is humane, effective, and does not harm pets or children. Read on for more.
By Susan Albert

