Whether you're a weekend gardener, or a professional, the job is always easier when you have the right tool. This is where you'll find all my favorites, my 'must haves', my 'don't leave home without them's.
Hawk's Nest Nursery evolved over the years according to what new tools or gadgets we had tried out, and whether we could procure them for our customers. Now as a Garden Designer and consultant these tools mentioned on this page are TOPS on my list.
A Felco pruner will truly be the only pruner you will ever need or buy. They last forever. They make the Swiss Army Knife - need I say more? I replace the cutting blade every year, but the average gardener could go two to three years. Don't bother trying to sharpen them yourself, it is never satisfactory, and for $11 you can pop in a new blade.
Keep all your essential tools organized and at your fingertips with a quality gardening tool bag. Look for one with multiple pockets to keep pruners, trowels, and gloves easily accessible while you work. A comfortable shoulder strap makes it easy to carry everything around the garden.
Swiss-engineered precision tools that have been the gold standard for professional gardeners worldwide
Handcrafted in Switzerland with precision-engineered blades that stay sharp longer. The ergonomic design reduces hand fatigue, making these the go-to choice for professional gardeners worldwide.
The best pruner for the flower gardener. Perfect size for the female hand (fine for guys too). Smaller blade for close pruning. I cut branches up to the diameter of my thumb, or delicate flowers for pressing. The universal favorite.
Great pruner if you do a lot of pruning, cutting, or if you have arthritis in your hands. The grip swivels to ease the strain, otherwise just like the No. 8. My new favorite. Order No. 10 for lefty's.
The classic, the original. Larger blade and handle than the No. 6, straighter handle than the No. 8. A timeless design trusted by generations of gardeners.
Same as No. 2 only handle is angled for better gripping and more leverage. Ideal for extended use and tougher cuts.
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The lefty's No. 8. All the same great features, designed specifically for left-handed users. No compromises on quality or performance.
Another item in the Felco line that I love is their folding saw. You can saw some pretty big branches with this (up to 4 inches), and it folds neatly and safely away.
The unexpected solution that transformed how I work in the garden
Phone Holder Turned Tool Organizer
I started using this 'tool belt' a couple of years ago when I began to do more garden installations and maintenance contracts. Until then most of my garden work was on my property and I use an old golf cart to get around and it has everything on it. I always kept my Felcos in my back jeans pocket, but it ends up wearing a hole and falling out!
This is made to hold a cell phone, but I fill mine up with tools. It stays put, and I can shove it around back when I need it out of the way.
I've given one of these to all my workers. Aprons don't work because they're in front of you, holsters only hold your pruners. This is the perfect solution!
Invest in quality tools that will last a lifetime. Your garden—and your hands—will thank you.
