Summer is here, and with the extra sun we are having comes the extra work of keeping our gardens ready to show off to family and friends. This time of year, gardens are able to reach their full potential in terms of size and beauty. With the right tools and equipment, you can turn your garden into your very own personal Eden. If you are about to set off into your garden to keep it looking it’s best during these extra weeks of sun, then it might be worth taking a look at the seven gardening tools that could be making your life that much easier.
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1. Gardening Scissors
A pair of decent scissors can be found in most homes. They are a staple piece of stationary, but their uses extend beyond their home uses of cutting paper and the occasional sausage. They can be massively useful in the garden when it comes to little jobs like snipping herbs, as well as when you need to dehead your plants. They can also be used to harvest small vegetables and open the bags of soil etc. If you do a lot of gardening then it may be worth investing in a pair especially for gardening.
2. Hand Diggers
With a long shaft and a forked end, these handy contraptions make the whole process of weeding your garden a thousand times easier. It’s similar to using a screwdriver but in the ground, and it will pull all the weeds up by their roots – ensuring they don’t return during the summer. These are essential for even the amateur gardener.
3. Soil Knife
This diverse tool can be used for anything from root cutting to transplanting. It is a firm favourite of many gardeners, both amateur and veteran. It serves multiple purposes, making it ideal for a wide range of garden activities. This tool is an absolute must have for your garden tool kit.
4. Gloves
A pair of thick gloves is essential for gardening, especially when dealing with plants like nettles or roses. They keep your hands protected while you are working, so there is less risk of you injuring your hands. Plus, if it is a slightly nippy day they will stay warm.
5. Pruning Shears
These are fantastic at keeping your garden in shape – both literally and metaphorically. With these clever tools you can keep your bushes well shaped, as well as your hedges. These are particularly good for those who would like to create some sort of hedge design in their garden. You’ll definitely want a pair of these in the shed.
6. Pruning Shears
Your plants and grass need to be watered somehow during dry summer weeks. If there is no rain, your garden is likely to wilt and die. Investing in a sprinkler means that you simply attach the hose to your outside tap and turn it on. It lets your plants have a good drink and stay hydrated. Watering is the key to a healthy garden.
7. Lawnmower
The final thing you need for your garden is a lawnmower. These handy contraptions will ensure your grass stays in immaculate condition and kept cropped low to the ground. There is nothing more slightly than a fantastically mowed lawn surrounded by an array of plants and flowers. So when you are checking off your gardening tool list this summer, don’t forget the lawn mower.