Garden Tool Buyer's Resource

Rain water is a thing that many don’t realize can be saved and used for many different things. Think about it – rain water that falls off your roof typically just goes to waste. However, you can do something about it. By purchasing a Rain Water Diverter, you can channel the rain into a rain barrel, or reroute the rain water to anything else you feel might need watering, such as plants, ponds, areas of the lawn that don’t receive enough sun and even fountain basins.

A nice feature to this rain water diverter is that it can be flipped between on and off positions, meaning you can really regulate how and when you use the water. In addition, you can use it to prevent runoff and the erosion that occurs with it. Basically, it’s a way to preserve the sanctity of your lawn or garden and conserve and reuse a natural resource while doing so.

Prevent weeds from destroying your soil and your crops. Protect that which you have worked so hard to produce from the very start. By incorporating the use of the Weed Guard Plus, you can stop the spread of weeds right from the very start. The way it works is pretty simple: place the Weed Guard Plus down on the soil when you are planting. Cut holes in the material for any bulbs for anything you are going to lay down. It allows weeds not to be able to get a strong foothold in the soil, and will even boost your crop gain by up to 20%.

This product is also made from recycled cellulose fiber. This means that it eventually breaks down and does not release any harmful chemicals into the soil. In addition, since you only cut holes in the material for the plants/bulbs sunlight does not get to any other areas…thus further preventing the spread of weeds.

The Weed Guard Plus is a nice way to keep the beauty of your lawn and garden while still avoiding weed infestation. It breaks down without the aid of chemicals, and goes to the soil. All in all, it’s a positive situation.

Enhance the beauty of your lawn! You’ve spent countless hours in the garden, countless hours doing yard work, and you want to make sure that your lawn and garden looks phenomenal all day, every day. One nice addition you can bring to the table is this Rectangle Recycled Raised Bed Planter. Okay, so the advantages are obvious right from the get-go. It’s made from recycled polyethylene and wood fiber derived from a sustainable source. So you know it’s good for the environment. Not a bad start.

This planter is 6 inches in height, but if you really want to you can stack it to give more height to the garden. It’s easy to assemble – also a bonus if tools really aren’t your thing. If you can work with a screwdriver, hammer, mallet, and a tape measure then you will be good to go when it comes to putting this planter together.

Sharper mower blades are commonly overlooked on most household mowers – from gas to electric, to even reel mowers. More often than not, it seems as if people are just letting the blade go unsharpened for years over time. When you think about it, this is really funny, because the sharper the blade, the easier the lawn is to mow. Making the lawn easier to mow means…well, more time to work in the garden after you are done. Or, it could also mean a quicker time to a nice cold beverage. It’s a toss up depending on the individual.

Anyway, you work hard enough. Look into a Blade Sharpener to sharpen that lawnmower blade. It comes with a safety guard to make sure you won’t slice any part of your fingers off. Cutting is your enemy. Still, it’s probably a good idea to remove the blade from the mower first and follow safety guidelines anyway.

Proper aeration of your lawn is important. It’s a way to make sure your soil is receiving the proper nutrients and water. As a result, you will find that your lawn will maintain a healthier appearance, and will certainly be the envy of all those in the neighborhood.

There is a lawn aerating tool available that, constructed from durable steel, will last for ages. It is easy to use, just poke it in the ground, hold onto the handles, and stomp down. Easy enough. You will notice a healthier lawn in no time.

It’s perfect to make sure that your lawn looks as beautiful as your know it can look. With tools like this, it’s nice to know that all the work and effort you put in to your lawn and garden can be nicely rewarded.

It’s important to protect your hands while working in the lawn or garden. You certainly don’t want any harm to come to them, and the less you can get stuck with things (roots, thorns, etc) or get your hands really dirty, the better off you are. There is an easy solution for both problems. Made from possibly the most rapidly renewable source on the planet, the Men’s Bamboo Nitrile Gardening Gloves are an excellent way to get lawn and garden work done – from heavy duty work to just some simple pruning and shearing.

These gloves are cooler than cotton or polyester and are very breathable. There’s also a nitrile coated layer that gives a lot of gripping power to the gardener as well. The gloves will not retain mold as will cotton gloves, so you can be sure that they will last for a long time. Environmentally friendly and extra durable, these are an excellent addition to your lawn and garden tools.

Killing weeds by zapping them? No, it’s not some sort of crazy sci-fi related technique. It’s a new way to attack weeds right at the source, stopping normal plant functions and killing the weed at the root. The Electric Weed Zapper is a pretty unique invention in that sense. It is able to kill the weed at the root by using thermogenic energy.

The process is simple: place the weed zapper on top of the weed that you wish to destroy. Press it down. Let it stay down 3 seconds for normal size weeds, or 8 seconds for really big ones. And there you go. No harmful chemicals, you can be weed specific and target individual weeds as well – this is nice because it means you don’t run the risk of killing surrounding plants, as you do if you are using a spray or chemical weed killer.

Also, let’s be honest…the concept of a weed zapper is just cool. For women, it’s a perfect way to get your husband out there zapping weeds…guys will love this tool. It’s only 6 pounds so no worries in regards to heavy lifting. Just pick this weed zapper up and reclaim yourself as king of the garden.

The weeds have to be assassinated. There’s no arguing, there’s no doubt about it. You must get your game face on and eliminate any weeds that stand in your way from the perfect garden. You spend so much time on beautifying your lawn or garden that weeds simply have no place. As with any method of extermination, some things work better than others. With the Weed Pharm Organic Weed Killer you can rid yourself of any pesky weeds with an organic killer made from 200 grain vinegar. In addition, this organic weed killer fully breaks down in the soil, so you aren’t leaving any harmful, bothersome chemicals behind (you won’t leave any weeds behind either. They will all be dead, for that matter).

This bottle also comes with a spray applicator, so you can have total control over where your organic spray is headed. This herbicide is natural, and has in addition been registered with the Environmental Protection Agency. It’s non-selective so you need to be careful what you are spraying on, but truth be told…it is a safe, chemical free, all natural way to take care of weeds in your lawn or garden. Restore beauty and health back to all you have worked so hard for.

When you’re out in the garden or yard working over the weekend, it can sometimes get annoying to lug multiple tools around. Sometimes this can even take two or more trips just to get them from place to place. Since the Germans are no strangers to good, ergonomic designs, it should be no surprise that Wolf Garten has come up with an interlocking tool set.

This tool set is convenient, and makes gardening and yard work a lot of easier. Consisting of a garden aerator/soil crumbler, leaf rake, trowel, bow rake, three tine cultivator, and a push weeder/hoe. All of these attach nicely to a telescoping handle that easily switches from 48 to 79 inches long. In addition, it’s just a quick click for each tool extension and you are good to go.

This gardening tool can help simplify your life and can certainly make work easier when you are getting the yard up to top shape.

Finally – someone has made a rain barrel that can really look great on the side of your house. This Rain Barrel is made to look like an old fashioned oak barrel. You can sit it on the side of the house nicely and catch any rain water that may fall. Made of plastic, this barrel blocks any light out – so you don’t have to worry about moisture, algae, and bacteria growing.

If you are looking to upgrade your rain barrel and add a touch of style and class to your lawn, then this is right up your alley. It will nicely sit out of the way, and will prove to be beneficial in the long run.

Let’s face it: while it may not always be a great idea, every guy wants the chance to play with a machete. Maybe it goes back to the days of watching Indiana Jones as a kid (we will forget that new Indiana Jones movie that Lucas just put out), but machetes are just neat. But wait, they can also be used for yard work. Yes, that’s right…working in the lawn and/or garden. Come to think of it, that’s probably your best bet anyway.

The Woodman’s Pal Machete with Sheath and Sharpening Stone is an excellent addition to any gardener’s collection, or just simply perfect for those with an affinity for tools. This blade does not crack in cold weather, even in sub-zero temperatures. One side of the blade is flat, and the other is hooked, so you can really get to. The purchase of the machete also comes with a canvas sheath with belt loop, and a sharpening stone. Made in the USA, this is a really good purchase and find. Not to mention, you can finally take care of all those weeds in the yard as well.

Have a continuous cycle of compost in your backyard or garden. With the Triple Chamber Aerobic Compost Bin you can constantly have all three stages of compost. Thus, there’s always fresh, usable compost available for your lawn or garden. Here’s how it works: there are three different chambers in which to place anything you might use for compost – table scraps, yard waste, etc. You place the materials into the top chamber and let them sit for a few days. Then, by using a slideable shelf, you can move the scraps to the second chamber, allowing you to add more compost material to the first bin. A few days after that, repeat the cycle so the material can filter in to the final chamber…this is where it sits and matures until the end result is rich, glorious compost.

It’s a time saver, and it means you can in essence, have a long lasting supply of compost handy. Not a bad idea, all things considered. If you are one who likes to organize or color code, then this style of gardening is surely for you. It means that there is a focused nature to your compost, something that you can rely on.

Uses:

• Mixing soil
• Spreading compost, mulch, manure, etc.
• Digging holes for trees, shrubs, etc.
• Transplanting
• Cutting sod
• Forming garden borders

Shovels have a huge variety of uses in the yard and garden. They come in several different designs. For example, you can equip your tool shed with a spade shovel and a flat head shovel. A round point shovel is better for digging, while a wide, flat head shovel is good for scooping up dirt, compost, etc. Shovel blades can be wide or narrow, depending on the garden chore you need them for. Narrow shovels with a square point are great for digging holes to plant trees and shrubs. Handles vary in length as well. As a general rule, the shorter the handle, the easier it will be to work in smaller spaces.

Uses:

• Hauling dirt, compost, bricks, plants, mulch, etc.

If you plan on moving dirt, plants, mulch, compost etc. from one place to another in your garden, a wheelbarrow or a garden cart is an essential tool.

Uses:

• Making compost and compost tea to add to your garden soil
• Recycling organic kitchen waste and garden debris
• Reducing the amount of waste you send to the municipal dump

You should consider your compost bin as one of the most important pieces of garden equipment your own. If you add your own compost to your garden soil, your plants will be healthier and more resistant to disease. This means you probably won’t need to use fertilizers, pesticides, etc. very often. Additionally, your soil will drain better. Thus, you’ll make better use of your water and prevent problems with root rot. Not to mention the fact that you’ll be sending less waste to the municipal dump.

There are dozens of models of compost bins on the market, including traditional compost bins, tumblers, compost cages, etc. In addition to a compost bin, you may want to consider buying a few composting accessories such as a compost turning tool and a compost thermometer.

These gardening tools will help you product higher quality compost. Learn all you need to know about composting and composting equipment at the Compost Guide.

Uses:

• Watering potted plants, planters, small garden plots, seedlings, houseplants, etc.

A high quality watering can will allow you to quickly and effectively water a variety of plants without hauling out the hose. Look for watering cans with a fine spray attachment so that you can gently water your plants without disrupting the plants or the soil.

Uses:

• Protecting your knees while working in the garden

A good quality set of gardening knee pads or a garden kneeler will make gardening while on your knees much more comfortable. If you use knee pads, make sure that they fit comfortably and won’t cut off the circulation in your legs.

Uses:

• Spacing plants, measuring garden rows, etc.

Equip your tool shed with some kind of measuring tool so that you can properly space your plants and garden rows.  This will help avoid plant crowding, soil borne diseases, etc. 

Uses:

• Garden and yard cleanup
• Spreading compost, mulch, etc.
• Smoothing out garden soil

An all purpose garden and yard rake is an essential tool for basic yard and garden cleanup. You can also purchase a bow rake with thick, heavy tines. Bow rakes are better for working the soil and preparing garden beds for planting. Also consider adding a handheld rake to your collection.

A handheld rake will let you work around plants without damaging them.

Uses:

• Weeding
• Breaking up soil
• Moving soil

Hoes are great tools for weeding and breaking up the soil. There are dozens of styles of hoes to choose from. The most common and useful hoe has a square-shaped head. There are also circle hoes(sometimes referred to as “hoola hoes”), that are specifically designed to remove weeds without disrupting the soil too much. Definitely have a long handled hoe in your collection. Also consider a handheld hoe for working the small places between your plants.