Plant Gardens 101

Different kinds of gardens require different kinds of garden tools. Hardware stores mostly cater for a wide range of tools, but there are shops that specialize in the more expensive kind of garden tool that shouts quality. Wherever you decide to shop, here are a few pointers to advise you.

Do you have small garden or a large one? A small garden will not require the same large equipment that would be of use in an extensive one. A ride-on mower is unnecessary if you only have a small strip of lawn. Another point to consider is who does most of the gardening? Some tools are too heavy for use by women.

When you buy secateurs make sure the blade always stays sharp to avoid damaging the plant. Look for models that have blades that can be sharpened or replaced, models with tension control and with sizes that best fit your hands. Secateurs usually cost around $50 – $130. (more…)

When you start work on any kind of construction project it is important to first make sure that you have the right kind of tools, and that you know how to use those tools. Luckily the internet is here to help. With product price comparison technologies, the prices of tools on the internet has truly plummeted. It is now possible to find high quality tools for literally a third or less of what you might have paid at your local hardware store just a few years ago. One of the other nice benefits of this evolution is that our local hardware stores have had to reduce their prices (at least somewhat) to compete with the new online stores. True, often times you have to pay shipping charges, but many stores offer free shipping or shipping programs like Amazon prime where you just pay a yearly fee that is relatively small and then get all your products shipped for free. In the case of Amazon, it is especially nice because that free shipping is Fed Ex 2 day shipping which means you will get your product quickly (they actually also charge just $3.99 if you want your product sent by overnight mail!). (more…)

Gardening is a fruitful and rewarding activity and it is one of the most favored and popular pastimes. People have been gardening for centuries and have been producing the most wonderful fresh vegetables, delicious fruits and beautiful flowers they could. They where using all types of garden tools and some are easy to use and others put more strain on the human body.

There are hundreds of garden tools to choose from and because these tools will last for many years it is wise to think about the kind of material you buy. Ergonomic garden tools are usually recommend to people with small disabilities or chronic pain problems like with arthritis. But are they useless if you are perfectly healthy? The answer is of course no, they are not useless they are often the right choice for every gardener that would like to stay healthy and we should consider buying these ergonomic garden tools much more. (more…)

A saw with a relatively long and narrow cutting blade that can get into tight places.

Pruners that cut with a scissorlike motion. See also anvil pruning shears.

A hand tool for planting seedlings or bulbs or for transplanting small plants.

Getting out into the garden is increasingly popular once more, many people find that it helps them to relax and there is a sense of satisfaction as you see your plants grow and your garden develop into something special. In this series of articles I will introduce new gardeners to the art of gardening. It is not something that can be learnt overnight, but that is part of the appeal. There is always something new to learn, no matter how old, young or experienced you are!

Clearly, you are going to need some tools to get started. When you go to the Garden Centre or the hardware shop to buy your first set of garden tools, you will be faced with a bewildering array. So what do you really need? The first question to ask is “am I a vegetable gardener, an ornamental gardener or both?” For most people, the answer will probably be both, a lot depends on the size of your garden and why you want to garden. So this set of tools should cover both needs and assumes that you are starting a garden from scratch – just a bare patch of ground, no hedges, shrubs, lawn etc. (more…)

Why Choosing Helps

Like any job, the most efficient way to take care of a garden is with the right set of tools. This is why if you are planning on having a garden, you should first prepare yourself with the knowledge of what tools you need. If you already have a garden but it is not flourishing in the way you want it to, then you should re-evaluate the tools you use and how efficiently they can help you with your gardening tasks. The right tools for gardening will help you in many wonderful ways, but the wrong set of tools could spell the end for your garden. (more…)

People have been gardening for centuries and not just as a fun and enjoyable hobby but often to produce fresh vegetables and fruits and other plants for human consumption. Together with this productive kind of gardening a type of gardening has grown that is just for the pleasure of the gardener and the visitors of the garden. These types of gardens often contain threes, shrubs and lots of flowers. But for both type of gardens one thing remains the same, you need to keep working in your garden to get the best results. And for gardening you need tools, big tools, power tools, small tools and hand tools.

There are hundreds of tools but in this article we want to talk about the ergonomic garden tools in general and ergonomic power tools in particular because they are truly essential to get started in gardening. The big landscaping chores that need to be done when you start with a new garden are essential because when you hurt your back in this stage of gardening you are going to end up with an aversion against gardening all together. Are there ergonomic garden tools that can make the job much easier? (more…)

Handheld pruners, used for removing small twigs, stems, and branches.

Weeding tools are part of the solution. It’s not a secret that removing difficult weeds consistently ranks as most individual’s least favorite gardening chore. But there is good news in the battle over weeds: Homeowners tired of spending backbreaking hours in the garden pulling dandelions can breath a sigh of relief thanks to proven techniques, clever tips and innovative weeding tools. Here are some pieces of advice from lawn and garden experts specially designed to make killing weeds and prevention less of a pain, such as:

Build up the lawn. Cultivating a healthy lawn is one of the simplest ways to force out weeds. Dandelions and other well known broadleaf weeds can’t compete with healthy, growing grass plants. The healthier and more lush your grass is, there will be less room for weeds.

Condition the dirt. Spend a few minutes doing what the garden experts call “top dressing,” covering a thin layer of peat moss over the lawn with a rake. The top dressing helps to slowly condition the lawn during the year, building up the grass so it can resist disease, weeds and thatch, and reducing the quantity of water and fertilizer it requires. Peat moss makes pulling weeds easier in the garden, too. Add two inches of peat moss to the top six inches of dirt to help loosen the dirt. (more…)

The lawn and garden industry nets approximately $36 billion a year, and with the trend towards home grown vegetables and organic gardening, this number is only going to increase. Gardens do, however, take time and work, and most households have busy, hectic schedules. The Plant Institute of America claims that “one third of all plants die within their first year of purchase”. These new products promise to make the gardener’s life easier by cutting down on regular chores like watering, or by identifying common problems. Are they worth it? You be the judge.

Garden Environmental Sensors

These products promise to take the guess work out of gardening. A sensor placed in the ground near your plants proceeds to analyze the soil and growing conditions, and providing results such as the amount of moisture in the soil, sunlight, temperature, humidity and drainage. Hook up the sensor to your computer using a USB port and receive a list of recommendations to enhance your garden and create ideal growing conditions. Many of these products such as EasyBloom, have huge product databases that you can search by various plant characteristics, such as desired bloom, color, season, plant height, and drought tolerance. (more…)

Tools are a very valuable investment that any man can make, or woman for that matter. For many guys this is the lifeblood of their income. Without the tools they can’t earn money. Because of the fact that they are so expensive and so important, and makes it vital to understand how to properly take care of them. I am going to list several things that will help you to properly store and maintain your tools.

To protect your tools, you want to make sure that you store them in a place that isn’t subject to getting wet. Keep a thin coating of oil on all of the metal parts, and wrap them in plastic wrap, or keep some good old line chalk inside your toolbox as this absorbs moisture.

Having sharp teeth on your circular saw blades is important for safe cutting, so you want to make sure that they stay protected and a way to do this is by keeping them in an old record album cover. This is just in case you happen to throw away the protective casing that came with the blade. (more…)

Garden gloves are essential for anyone who works in the garden. The positive aspects about garden gloves is that they can help protect your hands from getting dirty, and from getting irritations or skin conditions from plants, insects or dirt. When you are working outside in your garden, you want to make sure that your hands are protected while you successfully plant your seedlings. Sure you want to have your garden look great, but why not keep your hands looking the same while also protecting them from anything hazardous that nature has to offer?

The Nitrile Touch Garden Glove from Ozbo is great for any gardener. These gloves are comfortable and also breathable with a nylon back. These gloves can fit to any hand and are also resistant to any abrasion and puncture. These gloves come in all sorts of colors and sizes and fit normally easily and comfortably. When you need a glove to keep your hands looking great while out in the garden and keeping them safe and protected, then these may be the best option for you. (more…)

A hoe with a triangular blade, used to make the furrow in which seeds are planted.

All good gardener has some type of gardening equipment. In fact, it’s nearly impossible to have a garden without using gardening tools. What kind of garden tools you use will obviously depend on the size and extent of your garden, what you are able to handle, if you want to spend a lot of time in your garden or get done quickly, and finally, how much money you are willing to spend.

While most organic gardeners do not have expensive or high-tech gardening tools, all of them have some type of gardening equipment for cultivating. Tools for cultivating can include both hand held tools and power tools. What kind you buy depends on how serious of a gardener you are. Hand tools include your everyday items like shovels, spading forks, rakes, trowels, and diggers. These can all be used to get a garden ready for planting and are relatively easy to use and do not require a great deal of strength. Other tools include a wheel cultivator, pickax, and mattock. (more…)

Long-handled pruners designed to cut branches too thick for hand pruners and too small to require a pruning saw, and to cut out roots. Also called loppers.

You need to have tools to be able to be an efficient home-gardener. Most of these tools are available in your local gardening stores. Buying them from the stores is not usually the best way to get your home gardening tools as they may be of poor quality. Without research, you may end up buying inferior goods in your search for tools and end up spending more than you intended to in the long run. When buying, make sure that you research well. Some stores offer high quality goods on discount. Make sure you make use of these discounts to get value for your money. It may be more expensive to buy from the internet because of the shipping fees. (more…)

A hoe with a flat blade that works by being pushed away from the user.

1. Planting Methods: There are several methods for planting. Picking any of these methods depends on the vegetable, the size of your garden, and your fondness. Three methods of planting, namely, single rows, wide rows, and hills are clarified as follows: A) Single Rows: In this method, seeds are sown in rows or lines that are spaced equal distances apart. The distances between the rows and between the seeds within the rows differ from vegetable to vegetable. If you want the rows to be straight, which gives a pleasant appearance to your garden, stretch a string between two stakes and sow the seeds along it. If you think this is too much work, use a stick to mark a line on the ground and try to make the line as straight as possible. With some training, you will get it straight.

B) Wide Rows: In wide row planting, seeds are sprinkled at equal spacing in both directions over a wide area. The width of the row varies from 6 to 16 inches. The row’s width is limited by your arm’s reach to the area in the middle of the row while standing at the edges. We find that wide rows are convenient and productive for peas and beans. In addition to giving high yield per unit area, they cut down on weeds. Wide rows are also good for starting leaf vegetables like lettuce and spinach. When the seedlings emerge, they can be thinned and transplanted elsewhere. Double rows are a special form of wide rows. (more…)