A Beginner's Guide to Essential Gardening Tools

For some of us, our gardens are our pride and joy! It's where we spend hours at a time making sure everything tidy & pruned to perfection. For others, it could be the first time we've had an outdoor space and maybe don't know what tools we will need to keep it clean and tidy.

Here at HSS, we have complied a list of essential gardening tools you'll need to help you get through your gardening jobs, no matter their size.

Essential Gardening Tools

There's a plethora of gardening tools out there to choose from and as your garden grows, as well as your skills, you can add more to your collection. Here are some of the garden tools we think should always be in your tool kit.

Gloves - At HSS, we think gloves are essential when working in your garden. Not only will they keep your hands clean from soil, but they'll protect you when using products like fertiliser & herbicides which contains toxins. Gloves can also protect you from against any cuts and scrapes from sharp tools as well as thorns and splinters. We have a wide range of gardening gloves that you can buy online.

Garden Forks - These handy tools help you dig up and turn over area of soil in your garden. Whether it be your plant pots, veg patches or your lawn, garden forks can be useful for different jobs such as aerating, transplanting, sowing seeds & more. Check out our selection of garden forks here.

Hand Trowels - When you need to dig or move around a small amount of soil, a hand trowel is going to be handy. As the tools is wide and deep, it's able to scoop up dirt and soil easily. You can use the trowel for planting bulbs & seeds & weeding. If you need to add a trowel to your garden tool collection, we have plenty for you to choose from that are available to buy.

Rakes - Rakes are an essential part of garden & lawn care as they help you gather fallen leaves, mulch, twigs and other debris on the ground. Not only do they gather debris, you can also use the rake to spread & level soil as well as preparing soil for planting. At HSS, we have a garden rakes that you can buy to add to your garden tool collection.

Secateurs - When you need to prune or trim hedges, shrubs & flowers then secateurs can help get the job done. These are an essential tool to add to your gardening kit as they are strong enough to cut through twigs and branches. Similar to secateurs, you can also use loppers which have a longer handles that can cut through thicker branches. At HSS, we have a range of anvil, bypass & ratchet secateurs & loppers that you can buy online.

Hoses - Whether you have a garden with a lawn or an area that only has paving, adding a a hose to your gardening tool collection can help with a number of garden jobs. From watering your lawn and plants to cleaning anything from decking & windows, having a hose in your back garden can be extremely handy so you can access water easier. Within our selection of hoses, you'll be able to find one that suits your needs. If it's not possible for you to have a hose pipe in your garden or you'd prefer a different option, we have watering cans that will be just as useful when watering plants, veggie patches and lawns.

Weeders - Weeds are garden pests & unfortunately are very common. They tend to grow all around your garden throughout the year. Weeding tools can help you pull the weeds from their roots, making your garden tidy again. Along with weedkiller, they make a powerhouse duo for getting rid of the unwanted vegetation. Take a look at what weeder models we have available to buy online.

There are plenty more tools you can use for gardening but we hope this list has enough information for you to start or continue your essential gardening tool collection. No matter whether you are upgrading your gardening tools or if you're a beginner who needs a helping hand with where & how to start, having the right tools in your toolbox is essential for making sure you get through your gardening jobs safely & efficiently.

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If you need help or have any questions about gardening tools, get in touch with our live chat experts who are on hand and happy to help or contact your local HSS branch.

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