Even the expert gardener is as good as his tools. If you want to make the best of your garden, we advise to get to the nearest gardening suppliers in the area and get yourself the following five tools for gardening. They’re a fantastic starting point for any budding gardener and you won’t get very far without them!
Spade
The spade is the basis for your gardening arsenal. Any landscape supplier will have these in stock. Invest in a solid brand that’s known for quality. The spade is essential for digging holes, edging beds and removing sod, in addition to a range of other uses.
Digging Fork
Getting yourself a decent digging fork from your gardening suppliers will result in a massive thank-you note from your back and shoulder muscles. Make sure you get a heavy-duty edition that can handle pretty much anything.
Leaf Rake
The trusty rake is one of the most underrated gardening tools, but nevertheless one that you can’t really go without. If you try and tackle autumn without a leaf rake, you may not be suited for this gardening business after all!
Hand Trowel
When it comes to planting small vegetable and herb gardens or digging out those annoying patches of weed, there’s no tool that beats the hand trowel. It really pays to invest in quality – forged stainless steel combined with a rubber grip will give you a solid product that will last.
Gardening Gloves
This one may come as a slight surprise, but it’s an important ‘tool’ nonetheless. It makes your job much easier and you’ll become a much more efficient gardener. Not to mention, your hands will thank you for it. It’s surprising just how much damage you can do to those fingers when working in your average backyard.
There are several kinds you can get – from washable synthetics, latex-coated gloves, to your heavy-duty leather gloves. These all cater to different requirements. It’s advisable to get all three types if possible, as they will all come in handy (pun intended!).
Final Tips
Finally, there are several final tips we want to give you that apply to all of the tools we’ve mentioned thus far. Firstly, make sure you try them. You may look a bit strange while you’re in the shop, but try to mimic the actions you would do while in the garden. This will give you a good idea of the grip and feel of the tool and if it’s a good fit for your hand.
You should also ensure the grip is made of high-quality materials. For example, if you’re going to go for wood, make sure it has a solid finish and that quality isn’t being disguised by a paint job (a common tactic). Alternatively, go for metal-coated handles. Words like ‘stainless steel’, ‘single forged’ and ‘carbon steel’ are all indicative of quality materials.
Finally, you should always ensure you take care of your garden tools. Store them properly and don’t leave them at the mercy of the elements. If you do this, you will enjoy using your tools for years to come.
Contact Bury Hill Landscape Supplies Ltd. on 01306 877540 for more information on premium grade topsoils and other landscape gardening supplies.
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