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Spring is here. And gardeners everywhere are putting on their gloves and working the soil so those beautiful blooms will spread a blanket of color across the land. Whether you’re planting a first-time garden or rolling up your sleeves and pulling out your trowel for another year, there are some essential tools. In the list of what every gardener needs, some products make the job a little easier and help produce the results you’re looking for.

To help you kick off the gardening season on a high note, you’ll want to grab this list of gardener must-haves before you head out to the yard.

 

1. Yongkist 9 PCS All-in-one Garden Tools Set, Heavy Duty Cast-Aluminum Alloy Gardening Tools Kit with Folding Stool Seat

If you’re just starting out and unsure of what you need—or you’re looking to revamp the tools in your potting shed—this 9-PC All-in-One Garden Tools Set from Yongkist has you covered. The sturdy, comprehensive set includes a hand trowel and transplanting tools perfect for digging, weeding, pruning, loosening soil, and more. They come with a handy folding seat and a durable canvas bag for storage.

 

2. Soil pH Meter, 3-in-1 Soil Test Kit For Moisture, Light & pH

It’s critical to know what kind of soil you’re working with and how to adjust it to maximize growth in your garden. This Soil pH Meter, 3-in-1 Soil Test Kit for Moisture, Light & pH will tell you if you need to add water or adjust pH levels or lighting for your soil. This versatile piece of equipment is a gardener’s must-have tool to get your soil primed to grow plants.

 

3. VIVOSUN 6.5 Inch Gardening Hand Pruner Pruning Shear with Straight Stainless Steel Blades

Every gardener needs durable, reliable tools that help reduce hand strain and get the job done. Trim shrubs and plants with effortless precision with VIVOSUN 6.5 Inch Gardening Hand Pruner Pruning Shears. The sharp, stainless steel blades can deadhead, trim, shape, and more—so you have less hand fatigue. The “micro tip snips” also glide easily between plants.

 

4. Berry Ave Broom Holder and Garden Tool Organizer Rake or Mop Handles Up to 1.25-Inches

Keeping all your tools organized and accessible boosts efficiency in the garden. Planting, digging, and pruning is easier when you know exactly where to locate the proper tool for the task. This nifty Broom Holder and Garden Tool Organizer from Berry Ave conveniently attaches to a garage or shed wall, windowsill, and more. Five slots and six hooks to hold essential tools, including brooms, mops, rakes, and more—so you can reduce clutter and spend more time out in the garden.

 

5. FoxFarm Ocean Forest Potting Soil Mix Indoor Outdoor for Garden and Plants

Proper potting soil mix contains everything a gardener needs to help plants grow. FoxFarm Ocean Forest Potting Soil Mix is “pH adjusted at 6.3 to 6.8 to allow for optimum fertilizer uptake.” The organic mixture is a blend of aged forest products like earthworm castings, bat guano, fish emulsion, sphagnum peat moss, and sandy loam. The light, aerated texture works well for both indoor and outdoor plants.

 

6. Flantor Garden Irrigation System, 1/4″ Blank Distribution Tubing Watering Drip Kit

Deliver the vital water plants need to grow and thrive with the Flantor Garden Irrigation System. The no-fuss system waters all your plants at once, every day. Simply turn on the tap and let it flow. The easy-to-install unit features adjustable nozzles that you can aim separately to meet various hydration needs of diverse plants. You can also add an automatic timer (not included) to water the garden while you are away.

 

7. NERUB Watering Can 1 Gallon for Indoor and Outdoor Plants

The NERUB Watering Can 1 Gallon features an extra-long spout that makes it easier to water your indoor and outdoor plants. The functional can boasts premium showerheads, a robust sprinkler spout, and gaskets that help prevent leaks. Plus, it’s easy to hold and looks nice on your tool shelf!

 

8.  Dr. Earth Organic 5 Tomato, Vegetable & Herb Fertilizer Poly Bag

Safe, effective fertilizer optimizes plant growth. Put some Dr. Earth Organic 5 Tomato, Vegetable & Herb Fertilizer Poly Bag on crops, container plants, or native backyard soil during initial seed planting, transplanting, or as compost. The organic mix feeds crops and promotes healthy soil for the nutritious harvest you’ll put on your table.

 

9. Shovel for Digging, Small Round Shovel with an Overall Length of 28 Inches

Gardeners need a quality shovel to dig down into the soil and plant seeds. This multitasking Small Round Garden Shovel is compact, so it’s easy to dig out roots, shoots, and weeds. It serves multiple purposes in the garden and yard and makes an excellent shovel for kids at the beach.

 

10. WORX WG050 Aerocart 8-in-1 Yard Cart / Wheelbarrow / Dolly

Transport sod, plants, rocks, and other heavy or awkward items to the garden with the WORX WG050 Aerocart 8-in-1 Yard Cart / Wheelbarrow / Dolly. The cart’s unique Turbo Lift design enables you to easily manage large loads, “making 200 lbs. feel like approximately 17 lbs.” The 8-in-1 wheelbarrow is stable and helps you lift smarter and do the work of a 2-person job yourself. When you’re not in the garden, use the cart to move boxes, appliances, and more.