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8 essential garden tools

Your first foray into gardening doesn't have to be daunting. A small but smart selection of tools will help you do the job right – from spring cleanup and planting through summer and fall. Here are eight essentials.

By Sara Katz, Master Gardener and Landscape Designer

Essential garden tools: Japanese farmer's knife

www.leevalley.com

What is it?
Stainless-steel Japanese farmer's knife

What is it used for?
An indispensable cross between a knife and a trowel, it's the perfect tool for planting bulbs and weeding beds and containers, as well as dividing perennials and cutting back tough perennial stems and roots.

Why do I like this model?
Wide enough to use as a trowel, the curved blade has one straight and one serrated edge, and the measurement markings help when planting. Since both edges are extremely sharp, it comes in a leather sheath for safety.

How much does it cost?
About $30

Where can you buy it?
Lee Valley Tools


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