Maintenance Tips for your Garden Tools   Here are some general care and maintenance tips for your garden tools to keep them in tip-top shape, delivering and working at their utmost best for you: Wipe them clean Never put them away wet or with dirt on them Avoid rust and deterioration - store in cool and dry place Keep their edges sharp Have some additional spare handles in stock in case of accident Stay current and get some implement catalogues for new and trusted tools When it comes to treating and caring for your garden there are tools to help you with this task as well. They can be divided into TWO MAIN TYPES (i) protecting plants (mechanical tools) (ii) applicators (insecticides/fungicides) Covered Frame  oftentimes a custom wooden box, (18" to 2’ x 8’ high)  with some netting or even protective covering like glass of chicken wire)  Retains heat, moisture and protects the plants from cold or extreme heat  Keeping plants safe early in the starter phases are very important Stiff, Tin, Cardboard Or Tar Paper Collars  inches high  placed around the stem  penetrates an inch or so into the soil  positioning, support and protection Powder Gun Or Hand-Power, Compressed-Air Sprayers applying poison powder or wet sprays, different nozzles and misters non-clog and automatic types are seen as more desirable For larger gardens, consider a barrel pump and extension rods for fruit-trees or vines for example. Look for tools that preferably throw a continuous stream or spray larger capacity (less trips to refill) Brass withstands the chemicals better Harvesters loosening root-type veggies like onions, beets, turnips cutting spinach, carrots, parsnips or deeply rooted veggies might require a puller with some leverage to not strain or hurt your back. Fruit-pickers with long handles are best for orchards and larger trees. Garden care Utilities like pruning knifes and a pair of pruning shears Plant supports such as stakes, trellises, wires, and more enables cultivation and easy access, ,as well as beautification and that professional look added to your garden Ask and answer yourself when it comes to the tools you opt to use in your garden: What types are available? How much does it cost? What are its features, strengths, shortcomings? Look for comfort and ease of use, no strain. How to care and maintain the tools best.

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