Introduction to Landscaping Tools and Supplies

Many people are impressed with the beauty of well-groomed gardens and think that a lot of money is needed to maintain the landscape, however, it can be as simple and inexpensive as one chooses. All that is needed is a good set of basic tools that will help one who has an avid interest in the hobby.

Save yourself a lot of hassle, right from the beginning, and invest in a good shovel. It is important to have one that will not fracture especially when you are using it to shift compacted dirt. The edge should also be durable and easily handle rocks and clay. For landscaping projects, a variety of shovel styles is recommended.

A square ended shovel, while harder to drive into the dirt, can handle heavier loads. These types of shovels are best suited for loose or soft dirt and moving earth that has been put in piles already. Compost and manure-based fertilizer are easily distributed with this type of shovel as well.

A triangular spade is the best choice for digging large holes for planting and transplanting. Should you be limited to purchasing only one shovel, this would be the best bet for nearly all the chores. A telescope handle shovel has a long handle and a narrow blade, similar to a trowel. This type of shovel is useful for many weeding jobs and any jobs that require digging smaller holes.

You will definitely need a good set of gardening shears. With the many varieties that are available, you should have no problem finding a set that fits your hand. Most gardening shears have blades that are shaped like a moon. One side will be concave, while the other is convex. They do a wonderful job of pruning away withered flowers and dead branches. A few would have an added safety component to lock in the closed position. It also makes them easier to store.

Another must have for your gardening arsenal is an ordinary rake. There is more to them than meets the eye as they can be used for a greater variety of tasks. Many people prefer to use a power leaf blower, but many times the job ends up being more neatly done by using a rake. These tools are perfect for cleaning up twigs and stones from your lawn in the Spring or Fall.

Rakes are great for working seeds into the soil in a small area. It is strongly advised that you use a rake to get rid of objects from your garden, like stones and weeds. It is getting increasingly difficult to find metallic rakes but they are far more lasting than plastic rakes.

A wheelbarrow is another essential piece of equipment for landscaping jobs. You'll be glad you have one when you start transporting your many small pots of flowers around.

You'll find that whether it's manure-based fertilizer or topsoil or whatever the case may be, the job will be much easier if you dump it out of the wheelbarrow and spread it with the rake. If you have to lug a 40 lb bag around with you, it would be tedious to dispense the material from the bag.

There are many other tools that can make your landscaping jobs much easier. Pruning trees is quite easy with the use of a folding saw or pole saw. A mattock is a good basic equipment to break up soil when you are weeding or transplanting. A hoe will be very useful, especially for planting. Gloves are a very good idea, not only for picking up prickly weeds, but also for preventing blisters. There are many others as well, including trimmers, watering cans and weeding tools just to name a few.

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About the Author

Moses Wright loves gardening. He started this web site to provide more resources on landscaping tips and guide and gardening topics like herbs, rose and bonsai gardening for free.

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African pottery exudes the beauty and richness of Africa. The hand made art continues as an exciting home decor enhancement for any room. Many interior designers use it to add a touch and class and culture to a rooms ambiance.

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