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Gardening accessoriesIn Search of the Best Gardening Tools Different types of gardens require different types of gardening tools. You'll find the local Hardware stores carry a wide range of tools, but there are shops which specialize in the more expensive garden tools that deliver quality. Wherever you decide to shop, here are a few pointers you may find helpful. Do you have small or large garden? A small garden will not require the same equipment that a large one will. For instance, a large rototiller is unnecessary if you only have a small strip of a garden. Another point to consider is who does most of the gardening? Some tools may be too heavy for use by the average woman. When you buy pruning shears make sure the blade always stays sharp to avoid damaging the plant. Look for: Hedge trimmers or shears are necessary if you have a hedge, or plan on growing one. Some hedge trimmers have curved blades to stop branches from sliding out when cut. Forks are used for turning and aerating compost and breaking up lumps of soil. Be careful because the cheaper ones are often not strong enough for lifting heavy soil, so look for sturdiness rather than price. A shovel has a scoop blade and is best used for moving dirt and garden soil. A spade has a flat blade great for cutting edges, digging and dividing plants. The edge of your spade should be kept sharpened to allow clean and efficient cutting to ensure the least amount of damage to plants. The above tools are a basic garden necessity. A pruning saw is used for pruning trees and larger shrubs, while pruning shears are for plants like roses. Pruning saws have a narrow curved blade that fits between stems or branches easily and cuts them as you pull the saw backwards. A chipping hoe is a handy tool for getting rid of small weeds. However, the Dutch or push-hoe is slightly more user-friendly since the action required to use it does not jar the neck and shoulder quite so much. A rake is another necessity for the garden. A strong rake with the flat head and sharp metal prongs is used for smoothing a garden bed and getting out the last of the rocks and weeds. A plastic rake is mainly used to gather leaves and grass clippings only. As a final note, gardening tools don't have to be expensive. Flea markets and garage sales can be excellent places to pick up great tool at a bargain price! 
Sleeping Solar Fairy Statue The weatherproof (freezing not recommended) solar panel will power the LED lamp for approximately 4-6 hours on a charge. A photo-cell turns the fairy's globe on at dusk, and the replaceable Ni-Cad. AA batteries (2 incl. Dimensions: 8. 625" x 7. 125" x 8. 625".
Gothic Arch The Gothic Arch is perfect for adding character and style to any garden – large or small. Assembled in minutes! Made from coated steel, they are strong and durable, yet attractive.
Multi Solar Lights 10 Pack The Multi-Solar Lights (10 Pack) will accent your garden with solar powered lights that can be positioned almost anywhere in the garden. Solar panel recharges integrated battery during daylight hours. Tough weather resistant plastic construction.
Walking Cat Topiary Piece Walking Cat Topiary Piece will bring new life to your landscape. Bonsai is the sculpture of plants to replicate nature. Topiary is sculpture in wire and plants to replicate nature. A great deal of harmony and satisfaction comes from shape-shifting an ordinary plant into an intriguing creature. The cat measures 18" x 17" x 6".
Scarecrow Motion Activated Sprinkler Finally a humane solution to keep unwanted animals out of your garden. This is a motion activated Scare Crow that keeps unwanted visitors out of your garden and landscaping. With its high quality motion sensor, the arrival of an unwanted intruder causes the Scarecrow to instantly release a full blast of cold water, resulting in a startling and immediate effect. Runs for months and will fire 1000's of times on just two 9V batteries (not included). Heavy duty spike anchors it into the ground. 30in.
Wall Clock Oblong Swivel This 2 sided outdoor clock has been manufactured to withstand outdoor weather conditions, but of course this clock can be used indoors as well. Heavy duty cast aluminum construction. One of the biggest benefits of cast aluminum is that it does not rust! Black finish, Height 15. 4", Width 4. Batteries included for clock.
Horticopia’s A To Z Plant Reference Users can search, view and print plant information as well as hear the pronunciation of botanical names. With the A to Z cd you can search for plants using dozens of site criteria and plant characteristics, view plant information for an individual plant, group of plants, slideshow and thumbnail pictures, print pictures and data with the custom layouts designer, create and organize lists of plants, and all information is on a single CD to minimize use of disk space.
2tier Greenhouse Staging The 2-Tier Greenhouse Staging (Shelving) is free-standing and consists of 2 slatted shelves. (3'9" x 1' 8" x 2' 6").
Economy Pruner About the Economy Pruner: This pruner measures 9 inches overall and weights 11 ounces. It cuts approximately 1/2 inches to 3/4 inch diameter.
Soil Knife Sheath About the Soil Knife Sheath: This sheath is pictured with our Soil Knife, which is sold separately.
Garden Pocket Guard 5" x 6" x 10.
Wall Clock Round Swivel This 2 sided outdoor clock has been manufactured to withstand outdoor weather conditions, but of course this clock can be used indoors as well.
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