Starting a Garden? 10 Essentials (and Resources) to Keep Handy
Thinking of taking up gardening? Keep these essentials, from tools to gear, nearby.
When life gives you quarantine, plant tomatoes––at least that’s what we’ve seen all around the world. In some parts of the U.S., seed demand rose by 30% during the first couple of months of quarantine. Keep reading for just some of the essentials to get your foot in the garden.
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Seed Starter Pack
These seed starter kits have everything you need to grow right in the bag, and once they get going, you can easily transplant the plants from the bag to a large pot, to a farm box, or right into the ground.
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Planter Box
Most vegetables will happily grow in a pot, but if you have the space, this cart gives you plenty of room to pack in herbs, greens, and veggies for a perpetual pick-your-own-salad situation. Plus, store all your tools for easy reach.
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Top-Notch Soil
Growing your veggies in organic soil not only makes you feel good, but it’s also better for you and your seedlings. This compost-based soil is specially designed for soil blocks, trays, and pots and will boost the nutrient, mineral, and antioxidant levels of your crops. It’s also a fantastic choice for those “heavy feeders”––plants that require more nutrients than others.
All-Purpose Canvas Utility Tote
This neutral, practical tote is full of useful pockets—seven in total—perfect for all kinds of garden care and yard work. Made of wear-and-tear resistant cotton, this tote could also be used for activities and outings, from the farmer’s market to a local picnic.
Hand Tools Set
Consider this the all-star cast of flowering-planting, weed-wacking, and seedling-support tools: A potting trowel for easy scooping, a 3-tine cultivator for taking care of hard-to-reach jobs, a weeder for, well, that one’s obvious, and a forged fork and trowel for breaking up the toughest of soils.
Protective Gloves
Made from durable leather, this buttery-soft pair gets better as you break them in.
