The Top Five Tools I’m Using This Season
There’s a lot I love about winter, but the second the sun starts setting a few minutes later than usual and the temperatures inch above the 50 degrees, my mind goes straight into spring mode. Part of what excites me about this time of year is the opportunity to tidy up my yard and dive headfirst into gardening, and while the task is big, I’m more than happy to rise to the challenge in hopes of having a beautiful, bountiful harvest by summertime.
The right tools can make the job much easier, which is why I’m planning ahead and stocking my toolbox with clever helpers that save time, energy, and even body aches. Shop my top finds below, including a hand rake for cleaning garden beds, a handy weed puller tool that prevents bending and straining, and mini chainsaw that you’ll want to use on every stubborn stem, branch, and shrub—all under $35 at Amazon.
The Best Clever Gardening Tools At Amazon
Bear Paws Cultivator Claw, $9.99
Bafelia Garden Apron, $12.99 (orig. $13.99)
Hopto Mini Chainsaw, $35.99 (orig. $49.99)
WilFiks Stand Up Weed Puller Tool, $26.99 (orig. $34.99)
Fiskars Steel Garden Knife, $9.99
Grampa’s Garden Hook Weed Puller Tool, $24.99
Onlysuki Repotting Mat, $6.68 (orig. $7.45)
Seeding Square Seed and Seedling Spacer Tool, $29.95
Vevor Garden Kneeler and Seat, $30.90
WorkPro 16-Inch Hand Rake, $15.99
Bear Paws Cultivator Claw
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Dry, compact soil is a real pain to deal with when you’re trying to plant seeds, flowers, veggies, and more, but with this handy claw tool, you can add new life to your soil without breaking too much of a sweat. Designed with a sturdy, ergonomic handle and six sharp teeth, it easily penetrates soil and loosens it up while keeping your hands and wrists free from strain and fatigue. “I have lost a lot of strength in my hands, and this helps a lot with digging in my flower garden,” one five-star reviewer shared. It’s not just great for loosening soil, either. Several shoppers have praised it for its versatility and noted its useful for digging out weeds, clearing dead thatch, and sweeping up leaves.
Bafelia Garden Apron
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I tend to make a mess of my tools when I garden, so when I stumbled upon this apron, I knew I had to have it. Crafted with waterproof nylon and featuring seven pockets across the front, it provides ample storage to keep garden tools and supplies, phone, and house keys on hand as you traverse your yard. It features a zippered pocket in the front to keep essentials secure, and thanks to the adjustable buckle closure, you can easily put it on without having to fuss with tie strings or drawcords. “It’s so cute and holds my clippers, papers, keys, phone, [and] gloves,” one shopper wrote, adding, “It’s perfect for what I need on the job.”
Hopto Mini Chainsaw
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I recently had a few trees cut down in my backyard, and it left a surprising amount of debris behind. While I could certainly opt for a full-size chainsaw to clean up the mess of large branches, this small but mighty chainsaw is just as powerful and not nearly as intimidating to use. “It makes light work of trimming and pruning, shaping and removing thick branches,” one 50-year-old reviewer shared, adding, “It is a Godsend.” Measuring 15 by 4 by 6 inches with a 6-inch cutting diameter, the chainsaw is lightweight and compact enough to tote around the yard, and with its cordless design, you don’t even have to plug it into a power source to reap its benefits. Two rechargeable batteries are also included, plus there is a safety lock, nonslip grip, and a protective guard for easy handling.
WilFiks Stand Up Weed Puller Tool
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While necessary to maintain a tidy-looking yard, weeding is a dreadful task that few actually enjoy. Thanks to this savvy stand up weed puller tool, though, tackling stubborn weeds is not only easy, but reviewers say it’s also fun. “This is a great tool to save your back and hands,” one happy shopper shared, adding, “The weeds get pulled up root and all…It can be addictive. This is the most fun you will have weeding.” The adjustable design allows you to customize the height to either 28 inches or the standard 44 inches to suit your needs, while the four-claw stainless steel head and reinforced foot pedal penetrates deep into soil to remove weeds in seconds—minus the strain and body aches.
Fiskars Steel Garden Knife
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Don’t be fooled by the unsuspecting appearance of this Fiskars garden knife—it has a surprising amount of uses. Designed with a serrated blade edge, a forked tip, and a trowel-like indentation, the knife can seamlessly cut through sturdy roots, break up soil, remove stubborn weeds, dig up soil, and much more. The stainless steel body is resistant to rust and corrosion, and the soft, cushioned handle provides both support and comfort while you use it. “This is my favorite weeding tool,” a final five-star reviewer explained, adding, “I use it all the time. It replaced the hand shovel, dandelion digger, and knife.”
Whether you’re gardening for the first time or a seasoned pro, these clever tools are bound to make the job easier. Keep reading for more the ones I’m relying on this season—all at Amazon, starting at $7.
Grampa’s Garden Hook Weed Puller Tool
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Onlysuki Repotting Mat
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Seeding Square Seed and Seedling Spacer Tool
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Vevor Garden Kneeler and Seat
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WorkPro 16-Inch Hand Rake
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