If you’re a keen horticulturist or a beginner to gardening, then there are a variety of useful tools that you will need to help you along the way, whether you’re just starting out or looking to garden more efficiently.
Famously said by Benjamin Franklin “The best investment is in the tools of one’s own trade.”
Whether you’re looking to sharpen up your gardening skills or are eager to dive into the world of horticulture, there are a variety of tools that you will need. We’ve caught up with our masterly horticultural team to uncover their 9 must-have garden tools that they couldn’t be without. Helping them to perfect the perfect prune and ensuring that all of our gardens continue to flourish beautifully throughout the seasons, discover our must-have products below.
1. Secateurs
Our founder’s favourite, the Felco Model 8 Classic Secateurs are a must-have tool for any gardener. Ergonomic and expertly crafted, these sharp secateurs (£62.89) will ensure that your garden flourishes superbly from season to season.
2. Garden hose
With the warmer spring/summer months on the way, every gardener needs a trusty garden hose to see you throughout the growing season. If you’re looking for a high-quality and classic product, then the Beautiful Garden Hose from Claverton Cloches (£150) is a wonderful option.
3. Terracotta pots
Incredibly durable and allowing you a space to grow glorious garden bulbs to aromatic herbs, terracotta pots are an essential feature within any garden. Our team adore the Terracotta citrus pot from Crocus (£84.99) due to it’s charming shape and size.
4. Seed labels
Struggling to remember which seeds you’ve planted where? Re-usable and recyclable, our seed labels (£5) are essential for improving the organisation of your greenhouse, window sill, kitchen garden and more.
5. Hand trowel
Essential for planting and smoothing over soil, every gardener needs a Hort Hand Trowel (£11). Crafted from sturdy stainless steel and pinewood, a hard-wearing trowel is important for adding a touch of ease to your everyday garden tasks.
6. Gardening apron
Long-lasting and designed to include a collection of deep pockets, the Short Jute Apron from The Carrier Company (£45) is a handy accessory to have, allowing you to have tools on hand as you navigate your way throughout the garden.
7. Gardening gloves
Endorsed by the RHS, soft touch gloves (£23.95, or 2 pairs for £42.90) are a popular pick within our garden care team. Made from deergrain leather, these gardening gloves are both incredibly durable and comfortable.
8. Garden spade
Hand-forged, the Sneeboer Spade with steps from Tinker And Fix (£140) is a fantastic product. Garden spades can be used within the kitchen garden, to establish new beds and more! With this sharpened spade, you’ll be able to tick off your garden to-do list in no time.
9. Camp mug
Gardening can be incredibly thirsty work. To ensure that our beverages stay as hot or as chilly as possible within the gardens, our team use the Classic Legendary Camp Mug from Stanley (£31).
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