By now most garden chores should be done; you and your tools can take a four-month rest. Now, what do you need and how do you take care of them?
My last includes: a long handled pointed shovel, a short T-handled four-prong spading fork, a grass rake, a “regular” rake, a hoe, a pitchfork (a midsummer murderer’s weapon of choice), a trowel and a pair of shears, pruning saw.
After use: clean – sharpen – maybe oil. NEVER leave outside.
At end of season: do above extra well and check wood handles for rough spots, splinters – sand down and oil – wipe off extra. Put away until March.
P.S. Have you done the math to see how much you saved by buying the $100 tool?
Also notice: These are all hand tools – no noise – no pollution – no money for gas, repairs. You provide the horsepower – tone muscles, lose weight, help your heart! The list goes on.
Have fun and start planning next year’s adventure in your great backyard.
