8 Essential Tools For Every Gardener

Gardening season is enjoyable and gardening can even be a relaxing activity, but it can also be less enjoyable or even stressful when a gardener is not equipped with the right tools for every gardener. So needless to say, having the right gardening tools for the job is very important. Check out our list of must have tools for every gardener.

1. Indestructible Garden Hose With Nozzle

Sometimes Mother Nature is all you need for the best source of watering your plants– In fact, rain is the most natural way to water your garden. However, even when there is not enough rain the plants still need water. That is when a good hose and a spray nozzle come in handy and preferably an indestructible garden hose. Check out this brand called Flexzilla because they make a well priced and almost indestructible hose. For a a high quality nozzle with several gentle settings check out the Melnor Real Trigger 7-Pattern Nozzle, which is sure to be a great addition to your Flexzilla hose.

2. Seating Pad

Traditional gardening involves plenty of crouching, kneeling, stooping or sitting. Of course you can avoid the cramps and pain with a comfortable seating pad. This is a simple solution because a good seating pad will not only help save your knees but also allow you to avoid soreness and fatigue while staying in the garden longer. There is a decently thick two-pack of seating pads by Navy Penguin that is worth considering.

3. Gloves

Rough hands might be a sign of strength in some circles, and gardening can really deliver in the rough hands department. Cuts and scrapes occur regularly with sharp leaves and weeds leaving your hands really rough. Dirt often tends to lodge deeply under your nails. Not to mention the sometimes scary chance of accidentally grabbing on to a giant spider or worm while digging in the soil.

It’s easy to keep your hands protected though with a good pair of gardener’s gloves, like the Garden Genie gloves. They are even equipped with removable claws that are a big help with planting.

4. Rake

This important tool for every gardener might be obvious, and that is why the rake deserves a place on this list. You probably want both kinds of rakes in your arsenal because there are two.

To begin with, the traditional leaf rake works well for keeping free of leaves and large debris in your garden and the surrounding area. Check on the Jardineer Lightweight Adjustable Leaf Rake for a great quality option.

The second type is A garden rake used for prepping the soil before planting. If you need one, The Bully Tools 92309 Bow Rake with Fiberglass Handle is a strong and very effective gardening rake.

5. Chicken Wire

Okay, this is not exactly a tool, but it is still important and earns a mention here because chicken wire is something that often comes in handy for your garden. Chicken wire is helpful with protecting your plants especially If you have a problem with possums, deer, or other animals eating your fruit and vegetables.

I recommend sticking with galvanized chicken wire because it is stronger to withstand the pressure of animals. A recommended example is the wire produced by Amagabeli which is galvanized.

6. Shears

Shears are also a must-have tool for gardening season because they are useful if you are weeding, pruning, or just need to cut whatever in the garden. Especially for easily cutting through plant material and branches, shears are like heavy duty scissors. Consider iGarden’s three-pack if you are looking for a good set of shears.

7. Soil Knife

A soil knife is a curved knife with a serrated edge. This gardening tool is particularly useful for anything that involves digging or slicing, including digging into hard soil at the beginning of the year. Sensei Tools makes an extremely highly rated and durable soil knife.

8. Small Soil Shovel

Speaking of tools for every gardener, one of the most versatile tools you could have is this tool, the small soil shovel. To say it is an important tool for gardening season is probably an understatement.

This shovel can help you scoop needed soil into your garden, dig your soil to prepare for planting or dig up a plant to transplant or for removal. The small soil shovel is ideal for gardening for its size. Look at the shovel by Homes Garden Carbon Steel Bend Proof Shovel for an excellent option.

Wrap Up

There are many tools available for gardening season so although this list is not exhaustive, it shows several of the items needed for a successful garden. Just let me know if there is another kind of gardening tool that you are looking for.