As a certified horticulturist and hobby homesteader, I’ve slowly built my garden up from an empty dirt lot, creating a thriving wildlife habitat and sustainably-minded ecosystem along with 12 raised beds, a greenhouse, and a micro orchard. Baby chicks also just arrived last week! I’ve worked in the garden testing out tools and gadgets for years, so I’ve learned what works and what definitely does not.
As much as I like to have excuses for buying all the things, “accidental” seed and plant purchases included, it’s important to stay focused on the essentials—especially when starting up your first veggie garden. Whether you’re planning an expansive homestead with raised beds, or a curated collection of herbs on your patio, you’ll want to arm yourself with the right tools when dipping a trowel into the gardening world. The key is to start with a few of these stand-by staples that I've relied on for years, and then expand into more gadgets and frills as you better understand the needs of your specific plot.
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