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Essential landscaping tools for beginners

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Landscaping refers to any activity that modifies the visible features of an area of land. Contrary to popular relief, you don’t need to have a “green thumb” to spruce up your lawn. The right tools, and a little imagination can be your guide.

I can’t teach you how to use your imagination, you should’ve mastered that skill in kindergarten, but I can give you a little insight on what it takes to be the best gardener/landscaper you can be. I’ve compiled a list of the 5 basic tools that EVERY gardener/landscaper/homeowner should have.

1. Gloves—Yes gloves are number one on the list. I know one of the joys of gardening is digging into the earth and getting your hands dirty but sometimes you want to avoid the calluses and gloves allow you to do that.
2. Gardening Hoe—This tool is essential for breaking into hard dirt, and removing stubborn weeds. It’s also used to create shallow trenches for planning seeds and bulbs.
3. Shovel—A shovel can be used like a gardening hoe in some instances but it’s mostly used to move loose material like sand and/or gravel.
4. Rake—A rake is used for leveling soil, removing dead grass from lawns and collecting leaves in a pile. Also if you are like my Mom, you can use the rake to make perfect straight lines in the dirt that only last until a strong gust of wind comes through.
5. Garden Hose—After you planted your garden of flowers and/or vegetables you want to make sure the dirt is wet enough for the roots receive enough moisture. I recommend getting a really long hose, so you can reach your entire lawn

That completes my list of essential tools for every gardener/landscaper. What are some of your must have tools? Leave your comments, suggestions, questions in the comment section!

--Erica Williams