Hand Weeder Types: Which Tool for Which Weed
Different weeds need different tools. Here is which hand weeder suits taproots, small seedlings and paving cracks.
Garden Tools
Choosing garden and lawn tools starts with the size of your yard, the jobs you do most and the power type that suits you: manual, corded, battery or gas. This section covers hand tools, pruning tools, digging and soil tools, lawn mowers, string trimmers and edgers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, chainsaws and pole saws, watering equipment and carts and storage. Our guides compare tools using manufacturer specifications and explain battery platforms, upkeep and safe use as described in each product’s manual. Start with our overview guides: Battery vs Gas vs Corded Garden Tools, Choosing a Battery Platform for Yard Tools, Essential Garden Tools for Beginners, Garden Tools by Season: What You Need and When and Yard Tool Maintenance Guide: Clean, Sharpen, Oil, Store.
Hedge Trimmer Maintenance: Blades, Lubrication and Storage
Clean, lubricated blades cut better and last longer. Here is a hedge trimmer care routine.
Garden Wagon Guide: Wheels, Handles, Capacity and Safe Use
Garden wagons carry pots, bags and tools without balancing. Here is how the main types compare.
Garden Tools by Season: What You Need and When
Different seasons call for different tools. Here is what to have ready through the year.
Garden Trowel Guide: Choosing, Using and Caring for One
A trowel is the most-used hand tool in many gardens. Here is how to pick a blade and build that lasts.
Garden Tool Storage Guide: Racks, Sheds and Walls
Good storage protects tools and saves time. Here is how to organize hand tools, power tools and fuel.
Garden Kneelers and Seats: Pads, Kneeler-Stools and Posture
Kneelers and seats make low garden work easier on knees and back. Here is how the options compare.
Garden Hoe Types: Stirrup, Dutch, Triangle and Grub Hoes
A sharp hoe is the fastest way to weed between rows. Here is how each hoe type works.
Garden Fork Guide: When to Fork, Soil Timing and Care
Forks loosen soil and move loose materials. Here is which fork suits digging, compost and bed prep.
Garden Gloves Guide: Materials and Protection
Garden gloves protect hands from thorns, blisters and dirt. Here is which type suits which task.