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The right tool for the right job. That's what Dad used to say. The same goes for garden tools. You can never have enough |
"Requires Absolutely No Gardening Tools" Hogwash!
Use the Right Garden Tools to Get the Most Out of Planting
To many novice gardeners, this section of the world can be somewhat confusing. There are so many different tasks to be done in the garden and you need to choose the correct gardening tools for the job.
Don't Rush It
Take your time when deciding, you want your tools to last and to be user friendly. Particular care must be taken if you suffer from back problems, weak knees or have arthritis. You want the gardening tools that will help you to keep a good posture. Keep your tools clean and put them away when you've finished with them, and they could outlive the house!
Try out the tools in the
shop, making sure nothing will prove too heavy or
too uncomfortable to grip. Remember you could alter the
width of a handle by adding a padding
material. The wider the handle, the easier the grip. Choosing what type of material for your gardening tools depends on your priorities. The lightest materials are aluminum, plastic and carbon fiber. Stainless steel will keep its condition well and slice thru the soil easier but it's not the sharpest of the range.
Get Garden Tools for Multiple Tasks
A lot of gardeners find that buying interchangeable tool heads gives them the flexibility they need to tackle any sort of job. You can also use the heads as hand tools, expanding your arsenal of gardening tools even further.
Secateaurs, Shears and Other Hand Tools
For easy to use secateurs and shears, you need a spring action which is not too stiff. Make sure pruners have an easy cutting action too, especially if you're going to be dealing with thick branches.
If you're buying a wheel barrow, you don't want the sort that resembles a supermarket trolley, careering in the opposite direction to the one you're going. The two wheeled variety is considered best, with stick out handles that can be steered with one hand.
Bring on the Power
Some jobs are a little ambitious for manual tools and call for power tools. For example, if you have a big hedge to cut. Once again, consider the weight of the gardening tools and whether you'll be able to maneuver them. These gardening tools will need a power source, be gasoline driven or may be cordless. Choose according to the layout of your garden and its proximity to the nearest sockets.
About Other Gardening Tools
It's easy to fill up the garden shed with all the tools a gardener requires. Forks, spades, rakes, trowels and hoes are all lined up like soldiers waiting for orders. Not to mention seed sowers, leaf blowers and weed pullers.
Sprinklers
Then there is the watering system. Do you simply have a watering can or a fully automated sprinkler system? These decisions will be determined by your budget, your need for labor saving devices and the size of your garden.
Above all, have a good time and exercise with your gardening tools. It has to be cheaper than joining a gym. And, with the right equipment and a little luck, you can eat what you grow!
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