Summer is here and it’s time to get your garden in order! The UK has had a hard Winter which we all know has affected our gardens overall health and look. That is why we have put together a short blog on the top 10 gardening tools you need for this year.
1: Lawnmower- Gardening tools
Firstly, we have a lawnmower. If you have grass in your garden, a lawnmower is a must have! Mowing your lawn regularly will make it look neat and presentable. Not only will it make your lawn look neat, but mowing your own lawn can save you up to £850 a year by removing the need to pay someone to mow your lawn.
2: Spade/ Shovel
Secondly, a spade or shovel is an essential tool to have in your gardening kit. These tools are perfect for digging up soil, grass and break up lumps of dirt. You can also use a shovel or spade to edge around your garden creating straight and neat lines at the edge of your grass.
3: Gloves- Gardening tools
Thirdly, gloves are extremely important when it comes to gardening. You may find yourself being tackled with sharp and spiky plants that hurt your hands when trying to manoeuvre them. However, by having a pair of gardening gloves handy, you will be able to protect your hands from any injuries, whilst also being able to grip on to things better.
4: Shears
Next, we have shears. Shears are the perfect tool to cut back all of your thinner branches/ plants. By keeping some shears on hand, whether they’re basic hand held shears, or electric shears, you will be able to trim back all the stray branches that have made their way into your garden. You can also use shears for cutting back your plants when they are overgrown.
5: Hand trowel
Then, we have the hand trowel. Hand trowels are similar to spades and shovels, except they are much smaller and better for smaller areas. You can use your hand trowel to move around small bits of soil and dirt, as well as dig small holes. Hand trowels are also great for smoothing over dirt and creating a neat and flat surface.
6: Wheelbarrow- Gardening tools
A wheelbarrow can be used for a huge range of things. They are great for transporting tools around your garden, as well as transporting weeds, soil and dead plants from the garden to the bin. They make your life much easier and prevent you from having to go back and forth to the shed multiple times.
7: Garden hose
Next, we have a garden hose. Garden hoses are an essential, especially if you have a few plants or flowers. Hoses are needed in a garden as water is essential to all life in your garden. Although in the UK, we can usually rely on the rain to water our plants, having a garden hose handy is always a great idea as you can ensure that every corner of your garden gets watered all year round.
8: Watering can
Similar to the garden hose, a watering can is a must have in a garden as it brings water to your plants. It is a lot more accurate than a hose and is better for smaller areas, such as flowers beds, or potted plants.
9: Chainsaw
Next, we have a chainsaw. Chainsaws are needed for the more stubborn branches and trees that your shears cannot defeat. Having a chainsaw handy when your thicker branches being to overgrow, or when you want to cut down one of the trees in your garden. In addition, you can use a chainsaw to cut planks into smaller sections to use for firewood when you’re having a garden party!
10: Flowers / plants
Finally, of course we have flowers and plants. Flowers and plants can completely transform a garden from looking dull and lifeless, to looking bright and exciting. Whether you like the look of roses, petunias, or even an apple tree, there is some kind of plant of flower that will suit your aesthetic.
Malus Appletini® – Compact Mini Apple Tree
Hydrangea macrophylla White Mophead – Large White Flowers
Monarda Beauty of Cobham – Bergamot – Bee Balm
Eryngium zabelii ‘Big Blue’ – Sea Holly
Patio Fruit Tree – Compact Plum Tree Mirabelle de nancy
We hope this blog has helped you understand what you need to make your garden look great again! Let us know in the comments how you get on with your garden restoration.
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