Help a Loved One Prep Their Garden with These Gifts

Anyone who wants to grow a thriving flower garden filled with stunning blooms is going to require a few essentials. You can help your friend or family member (or yourself) get the garden of their dreams with these helpful gardening tools and supplies!

Most of us have a favorite flower, but whether we can plant it or not depends on factors like soil quality and content, weather, and even things like which direction our garden is facing. Luckily, though, none of us has to be an expert to get a gorgeous garden.

Whether you’re already planning your spring flower garden, or you want to gift a loved one who is, these items will take those buds from ordinary to exceptional.

A Garden Tool Set

Not sure where to start? Get your loved one’s garden off to a great start with a simple, all-in-one tool set like this one from Scuddles. Hand tools are the bread and butter of a home garden. A few specific tools are necessary for individual tasks. They also allow gardeners to be more particular and careful with individual plants.

This eight-piece set comes in a handy tote and includes a weeder, trowel, cultivator, small rake, and transplanter tool. An eight-ounce spray bottle and a pair of sturdy gardening gloves are also included. This set will allow you or your giftee to dig holes, move plants, get rid of weeds, and care for a garden year-round.

A Bulb Planter

Bulbs are incredibly rewarding additions to any garden, but getting them planted can be time-consuming and repetitive. For both brand-new gardeners or experts, a bulb planting tool can make a huge difference. A sturdy, no-bend planter works even in challenging soil to get the perfect bulbs every time.

Look for something simple but durable, like this option from Edward Tools. Made of reinforced steel with serrated edges, it can dig into any kind of soil without a problem. You just push it into the ground, pull out the dirt (use the depth markers for even planting), and then drop in the bulb and release the soil.

After that, just sit back and wait for those bulbs to bloom!

A Potting Bench

For the gardener looking for an easier way to pot flowers, a sturdy potting bench is the perfect solution! They’re particularly nice for those who don’t have a yard or the space for a full-fledged flower garden.

A potting bench allows you to assemble portable pots of different flowers a porch, stoop, deck, or balcony. They also allow gardeners to stand up while they work, rather than being hunched over for long periods.

This Best Choice Products Bench is a versatile solution, not to mention aesthetically pleasing. Made from sturdy, weather-sealed fir wood, this two-tiered bench provides plenty of storage, as well as a wide work area for potting or repotting. It also includes storage hooks, a small drawer, and an attractive lattice back.

A Watering Wand

A watering wand is the perfect hybrid of a watering can and garden hose! Watering wands are a great choice for both serious and novice gardeners. They attach to a hose to give gardeners more control over their watering.

Most also offer adjustments for spray area and intensity. Flowers are particularly sensitive, so a watering wand is a great way to keep tabs on how much water they’re getting.

For a multipurpose option, try the Sprout Watering Wand. Its eight spray settings range from gentle for more delicate plants, to a powerful jet that’s strong enough to clean patios and decks. The wand easily attaches to a hose, and the handle even includes a built-in flow-control lever.

Plus, there’s an easy On/Off trigger, which locks in place so your hand won’t get tired from continuous squeezing.

Flower Bulbs

You can’t have a beautiful garden without the actual flowers. Bulbs are a great option because they often produce incredibly beautiful blooms in any number of varieties. Depending on the season, you can get (or give) different types of bulbs to produce the perfect flowers for every season.

For the holidays, you might want to start with paperwhite or red amaryllis bulbs. You can also plan ahead for spring with varieties like tulips, hyacinths, or daffodils. Every region is a little different when it comes to which flowers will thrive, so make sure your chosen bulbs are compatible with your area.

Advice From the Experts

Getting advice from books can help gardeners of any skill level, especially when it comes to the delicate world of flower gardening. Not only do these books include great advice on how to plant and care for different kinds of flowers and other plants, but they also include stunning photography. Read them for the gardening tips, then display them as gorgeous coffee table books.

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Whether you or someone you love is trying out a space-saving vertical, trendy keyhole, or vegetable garden, having the right tools and tips at your disposal makes all the difference. Trust us, it’ll all be worth it when you get to enjoy those gorgeous, thriving blooms all spring, summer, and fall.