On this page, you will find favorite tools and other items that I use every day in my garden. They are the best quality, and worth the price. When properly cared for, these tools will last a lifetime or longer. If you click on the name of the item, below the photo, a link will take you to an online source where you can check on the current price and/or place an order. I do not sell any items directly through this site.
These are the pruners I carry in my purse. No, I’m not kidding…
Felco Classic Pruner with Comfortable Ergonomic Design #F-8
If your hands are tiny, then this model is your best bet…
Felco F-6 Classic Pruner For Smaller Hands
This is the saw for tight spaces and weird angles – it’s light and portable too…
Felco Classic Folding Saw with Pull-Stroke Action #F-600
For pruning larger shrub and tree limbs you want a good bow saw…
Spear & Jackson R681 County 24 Inch Bow Saw
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This is the Cape Cod Weeder, and it is my good friend. DeWit makes hand forged tools meant to last a lifetime. Take care of yours and it will serve you well and never need replacing…
DeWit Dutch Cape Cod Weeder – Right Hand
A good garden trowel is an essential tool. In my opinion, this DeWit model is simply the best made.
Spear & Jackson Stainless Steel Digging Spade
Spear & Jackson Stainless Steel Digging Fork
Words can not express how much I love this thing. It’s so versatile for spring clean-up, and it’s inexpensive to boot …
Trugs are great for hauling things around the garden. I use mine for tools and twine, and sometimes for weeding. They also work great on the beach. Mine is black, but I really want this orange one…
Testing your soil’s fertility and pH level is one of the ‘secrets’ to garden success. This is a simple and inexpensive process. Kits are available in garden centers or can be ordered online…
Soil Test Kit -40 Tests Nitrogen/Phosphorus/Potasium/pH
Nature’s Avenger Organic Weed & Grass Killer 32oz Concentrate
This is a very nicely designed watering can. I have the small one for houseplants, but it also come in a larger size…
OXO Good Grips Mini Pour & Store Watering Can in Yellow
The classic all-metal, well-balanced, outdoor watering can. Mine is green…
Ace Watering Can – Assorted Colors
