'The Right Stuff': Top gardening picks for summer
Gardening season is officially here, and having the right tools can truly make all the difference.
Whether you’re planting flowers, growing vegetables or simply sprucing up your backyard, a few essentials can help make the job easier.
A durable retractable garden hose keeps plants hydrated without overwatering. A sturdy pair of clogs can protect your feet from dirt and thorns, and a kneeling pad can help your knees from being sore after a long day outside.
Lifestyle Contributor, Lori Bergamotto, is rounding up all of the top picks below you didn't know you needed.
From self-watering garden beds to small patio planters, these gardening tools are a must for both beginner and experienced gardeners alike.
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Best Hose
Watering your garden just got a whole lot easier thanks to this retractable hose reel that neatly winds itself back into place with just a gentle tug.
Gardening clogs
These waterproof clogs are equal parts practical and stylish, making them a chic pick for gardening, rainy days or quick errands around town.
Garden kneeler
If kneeling in the garden leaves your knees and back aching, this folding garden kneeler is designed to make planting and pruning much more comfortable. The versatile design flips into a seat when you need a break and includes a tool pouch to keep your gardening essentials within arm’s reach.
Self-watering garden bed
This self-watering raised garden bed helps simplify gardening by keeping plants hydrated with minimal effort on your part. The elevated design makes it ideal for growing herbs, vegetables and flowers.
Watering can
This handcrafted owl and frog watering can doubles as functional garden decor thanks to its whimsical design and artisan-made details from Bali. It holds over six cups of water and adds a playful touch to both indoor plants and outdoor gardens.
Sunflower garden kit
The drama queens of the garden, sunflowers, visually dominate it. So much impact, for so little work! This kit includes everything you need to start your own sunflower patch, including seeds for six heirloom varieties in an incredible range of colors, shapes, and heights and a recycled egg carton to sprout them in.
Garden tool bag organizer
This compact garden tool bag lies flat so your go-to tools stay visible, separated and easy to grab. Six secure pockets help organize pruners, trowels, gloves, labels, seed packets and small gardening essentials without the sag and tipping of upright garden caddies or the clutter and bulk of a bucket.
Butterfly Habitat
Create a thriving haven for wildlife in your backyard with the Pollination Palace Collection. Designed to provide shelter and support for essential pollinators, each house offers unique benefits that contribute to the ecological balance of your outdoor space. Transform your garden into a butterfly sanctuary with this Butterfly House. This charming habitat offers a cozy retreat and protection for butterflies, providing them with a place to rest and seek shelter from inclement weather.
