Garden Tools Designed For Women

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When it's time to play in the dirt (also known as gardening!), you need sturdy equipment to get the job done efficiently. After all, working in your garden should be fun, and the best gardening tools can make even the less-enjoyable chores (like weeding!) fast and painless. The old adage "use the right tool for the right job" was never more true than when you're digging around in your garden. You'll have those spring flowers looking gorgeous and have a fun time doing so!

No matter what your gardening level is, there are a few absolutely essential tools. For starters, investing in some sturdy gardening gloves is vital. In fact, a few different pairs designed for specific uses are a good idea. For example, coated gloves offer dexterity when performing tasks such as planting seeds. A pair of heavier gloves with gauntlets, long pieces that cover and protect the forearms, are must-haves for tackling thorny bushes such as roses. Other necessities include a sturdy pair of pruners for trimming shrubs and small tree branches, a digging shovel for planting perennials and trees, and a hand trowel for up-close work such as planting annuals or dividing perennials. And a few sets of reliable gardening shoes can't hurt either!

Read on to see what top gardening tools and equipment you need to stock up on to get planting right away.

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Machine Washable

Coated Gardening Gloves

These budget-friendly gloves fit snugly so dirt won't get inside. The rubber coating keeps them somewhat water resistant when the garden is damp.

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Best Budget Pruners

Steel Bypass Pruners

This pruner can cut through stems up to 5/8-inch diameter. They're a sturdy choice that will last for years at an affordable price.

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Under $50

Edging Tool

When you're cutting through sod, a simple spade isn't the best choice. This edger will help you make clean cuts and slice through roots to lay out new beds. You also can use it to edge alongside driveways and walkways. Plus, it has a lifetime warranty!

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Made in the USA

Stainless Steel Trowel

This sturdy trowel is designed to cut through clods and dig deep to plant bulbs or perennials. It's also made from stainless steel so it should last for years and years. It comes in four sizes from 9-inches to 14-inches.

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Four Sizes Available

Goatskin Leather Gloves with Cowhide Gauntlets

These gardening gloves fit most people all the way up to your elbows! The cowhide gauntlets are thorn-proof to protect your forearms from jagged branches, while the buttery soft goatskin glove fits nicely giving you ample dexterity. They also come in four sizes for a more customized fit.

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Best Multi-Purpose Garden Knife

Garden Knife

This garden knife, traditionally called a hori hori, is a multi-purpose genius in the garden. Use it to cut through dirt clods, divide perennials, or plant bulbs. It's a budget-friendly option with a stainless steel blade, wooden handle, and storage sheath.

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Lifetime Limited Warranty

Round-Point Garden Shovel

This round point shovel has a D-grip so it's easier to control. It also has a sturdy fiberglass handle for all that digging you need to do. Plant trees or turn over your garden with this reliable tool.

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Under $30

Digging Fork

Whether you're turning compost or adding mulch to your planting beds, a digging fork is invaluable. This pick has a lightweight fiberglass handle and is coated steel so it won't rust.

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Easily Foldable

Garden Kneeler

Save yourself from back pain while bending over with this garden kneeler. It can be used as a seat or kneeling pad, so it's ideal for anyone who doesn't want to crouch and end up sore the next day!

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Editor's Choice

Pole Saw and Pruner

Need to get an unsightly branch down or trim away a dangling limb? This pole saw allows you to extend your reach by 10 feet to saw or lop off small errant branches.

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500+ Reviews

Bow Rake

This 16-tine bow rake is made of thick 10-gauge steel so it's tough enough for commercial use or right in your own garden! The fiberglass handle will stand up during many raking sessions.

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Features Steel Blades

Post Hole Digger

Whether you're building a new deck, installing a mailbox, or putting up a privacy fence, you need a post hole digger (not a shovel) to make right-sized holes for your project. This pick is budget-friendly and has a hardwood handle that's marked so you'll know how deep the hole you dug is.

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Lightweight Pick

Manual Hand Pruner

If you're tired of buying new pruners after a few seasons, you'll be happy to hear that every part of this model can be replaced. Its ergonomic fit and steel blades will last a lifetime, and this brand is the favorite of landscaping professionals.

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Rust-Resistant Heads

Garden Hand Tool Set

This set includes a hand trowel, cultivator (hand rake), and transplanter for a great price. It's made from cast aluminum and has rubber ergonomic grips. It's a good choice for beginners who don't want to invest too much right off the bat.

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Comes in Five Colors

Soil Scoop

This large soil scoop with an ergonomic handle allows you to quickly fill containers with potting soil. After all, you want to get to the fun part fast which is planting!

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Made in the U.S.

30-inch Leaf Rake

This 30-inch leaf rake will help you get the job done fast! Its fiberglass handle is 50-inches long so you can easily reach under shrubs.

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Handmade

5-Tine Cultivator

Dig up weeds or till up soil to your heart's content with this short-handled cultivator. It has a lifetime warranty so you can rest-assured that it's a good investment.

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600+ Reviews

Hedge Shears

Make easy work of shrubs that need to be tamed in your garden with these hedge sheers. They have 10-inch long blades, ergonomic grips, and come with a lifetime warranty for a reasonable price.

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Made of Stainless Steel

Hand Weeder

This stainless steel hand weeder has a nice, sharp tip so you can dig up those pesky dandelions that are ruining your lawn.

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Wear-Resistant

Garden Tote

With plenty of pockets to keep everything neat and organized, this garden tote will become your new best friend. You can lug around all your garden hand tools, seed packets, and other gardening odds and ends.