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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I Asked Professional Gardeners Which Pruners They Rely On for All Their Toughest Jobs – and There Was One Clear Winner
If 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 Spring
Before 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 Now
This 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, Too
Nothing 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 Friday
If 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 Tools
With 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
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I Asked Experts Which Tools Every Gardener Should Have in Their Shed – They Recommended These 6 Must-Haves
Having the right tools on hand makes life so much easier for you and for your plants. Here are the top tools pros recommend to grow your best garden ever.
By Ciéra Cree
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Stop Hoses From Cracking in the Cold! Here's What You Need to Do Now to Protect Them This Winter
Protect hoses from cracking due to winter cold. Just follow these simple tips for a hose that will last for years to come.
By Teo Spengler
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My Husband Swears by This Well-Known Power Tool Brand – Here's Why It's My Go-To for Gardening Equipment, Too
My husband has used this brand of power tools for years, but when I started using their landscaping equipment it totally changed the way I garden.
By Amy Draiss
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6 Common Gardening Products Experts Actually Hate – And Pro-Approved Alternatives That Won't Let You Down
I asked our team of gardening experts which products they hate – and what they recommend instead. Here are the 6 items they say they'd never use again.
By Laura Walters
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Your Garden’s Biggest Eyesore Has an Easy Fix – Here Are 3 Stylish Ways to Hide an Ugly Garden Hose
Don't wreck your picture-perfect curb appeal. Try one of these smart and stylish hose storage ideas to keep your landscape looking its best.
By Tyler Schuster
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5 Best Ways To Get Rid Of Leaves Without A Rake – Quickest & Easiest Leaf Clean Up Methods To Try This Fall
Don't hurt your back raking leaves this year. Try a tree expert's favorite leaf clean up methods and hang up the rake for good.
By Teo Spengler
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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

