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Garden Seeders
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If you grow a vegetable garden, you probably get tired of bending over placing seeds in a furrow. Perhaps you are also tired of making the planting furrow and then covering it over and tamping. If so, you might be interested in one of the garden seeders on the market.

An Easy Way to Care For Your Garden Tools
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Garden tools will last longer if we take good care of them, but it can be a real bother to do so. A simple trick will make it much easier for you to keep your shovels, hoes, trowels, etc. clean and protected.

Safety With Electric Tools
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Electric tools eliminate the fire hazards associated with gasoline, but introduce the hazard of electric shock or electrocution. There are some steps you can take to improve the safety of electric tools.

A Simple Hand Spreader for Gardens
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A simple hand spreader is often the best tool for applying granular fertilizer or pesticides.

What Type of Digging Tool is Best for You? [Image: round point shovel]
You have many choices when it comes to shovels. The type you need depends on the job you have to do.
Wheelbarrows and Garden Carts [Image: wheelbarrow]
Homeowners and gardeners often use wheelbarrows and garden carts to move materials. This article describes advantages and limitations of each.
Garden Tool Quality [Image: welded toolhead]
One of the major distinctions between low-quality and high-quality tools is the way the toolhead is manufactured.
Garden Cultivators [Image: Plain scuffle hoe]
If you have a small garden, many manual cultivation tools are available for your use.
Garden Tool Handles With Interchangeable Heads [Image: Interchangeable tool handle]
Most garden tools have fixed handles. Some tools, however, are available as separate handle and toolhead components that can be interchanged.
Digging Post Holes [Image: clamshell post hole digger]
Digging post holes is a common do-it-yourself project. You have many choices as to how to dig your holes. Unfortunately, the inexpensive methods involve hard work.