Watching a seed bloom into a radiant flower or into a ripe, juicy fruit can be one of the most rewarding and therapeutic experiences. Apart from toil and patience, building a bountiful garden needs a great set of tools— to help you cut, trim, lop, mulch, and water the plants. To help you pick the right ones, here are some of the best-selling gardening tools available.
Pruners
A reliable pruner that slices through branches without bruising the plant or losing its sharpness is a handy gardening tool. A pruner is needed not only to get rid of weeds, but also to improve the appearance of your front lawn. Below is a list you can choose from.
Gonicc 8 inches
Pros
Sharp blades made with titanium steel
Ergonomic and easy to handle
Low price band
Cons
May be difficult to use with thicker branches
Fiskars Steel Shears
Pros
Low-friction coating on blade to prevent it from blunting
Low price band
Comes with a lifetime warranty
Cons
Not ideal for with cuts more than a half-inch in diameter
Gonicc Bypass Shears
Pros
High-polished blades
Lightweight and ergonomically designed for a firm grip
Value for money
Cons
Not suitable for cutting moist branches
Corona Classic Pruner
Pros
Cuts up to one inch in diameter
Notch tool closes when not in use for safety
Low price band
Cons
Replaceable blade design causes loss in strength
Trowel
A well-built trowel can go through seasons of digging and putting without breaking down. Here’s a list of sturdy trowels for your backyard.
Pros
Strong and tough
Can be used upside down for digging
Lifetime warranty
Cons
Shorter than other trowels
Pros
Lightweight
Rubber grip for control
Costs less than half of other trowels
Cons
Struggles with tougher surfaces
Pros
Thin and lightweight
Durable and sturdy
Comfortable to handle
Cons
Priced high
Pros
Allows for smooth scooping and digging
Depth-scale markings on the balde
Stainless steel
Cons
Rubber handle
Shovel & Spades
Shovels and spades are a must for sliding through soil and creating that perfect garden bed. In fact, with the right tools, tilling and uprooting can be markedly less tedious. Premium shovels can easily dig trenches, remove stumps, while spades cut through earth and break up lumps of soil
Pros
Durable even after heavy use
Long fiberglass handle
Lifetime warranty
Cons
High price band
Pros
Compact and easy to use
Portable with 3-way folding
Adjustable head
Cons
Poor metal quality
Pros
Sharp front blade
D-handled design for two-hand control
Lifetime warranty
Cons
Handle may loosen with use