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Gardening Tools Custom Search What tools do you really need?
Gardening tools are absolutely necessary for a small garden, but because so few are necessary buy only basic high-quality gardening tools which will last you for many years. If you maintain your tools well, they will serve you well. When storing your tools keep a roll of paper towels handy to wipe off mud, dry the tools, and also apply a light coating of oil to prevent rust. Hoes, spades and shovels can easily be sharpened with a 10 in. mill bastard file. Shears and clippers should also be sharpened on a regular basis, but it may be best to have a professional do this job. It is amazing how much better and safer tools work when they are sharp.
A checklist of garden tools for a small garden could include the following:
Where there are children in the family, you'll discover that you have a wonderful opportunity for fun family participation. When gardening with kids, don't make it too difficult for them to actually work in the garden, think about investing in childrens gardening tools. They are readily available, and will make a huge difference in their enthusiasm. 
If your garden is larger, you may want to consider power tools to use. The most useful tool and the most popular is probably a rotary tiller. Tillers are very easily rented, but unfortunately when you need one you may not find one available, so buying a tiller is an option. Once again buy the best that you can afford; you want to be able to use it and not have it in the repair shop when you need it the most. They come in different styles with front tillers and rear tillers and in different sizes. Most gardeners prefer to the rear tillers style due to the ease of operation. Because of the expense involved, it would be wise to do your homework before you buy a rotary tiller.
Your local hardware store or garden center has a wide variety of garden tools which are not listed above and may be added when ever you feel the need for more gardening equipment.
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