Garden Essentials: Ezell’s Hardware Must-Haves Tools

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – Back at Ezell Hardware in Chester, we’re talking all things gardening with owner Barry Wilson—from the tools you need to get started to simple seed packets that make planting feel easy. Barry says gardening shouldn’t feel like a job; it’s a fun hobby that can turn into fresh food you can eat and share with family, friends, and neighbors.

And you don’t need a big backyard to do it. Barry says you can grow in containers, pots, or on a patio—anything that holds dirt can work. As a local, family-run store, Ezell’s stands out by being hands-on: they’ll show you what to buy, how to use it, and help you avoid mistakes so you can grow with confidence.

Located at 157 Gadsden St Chester, SC 29706, Ezell Hardware is the oldest hardware store in South Carolina.

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