Whether you’re a beginner gardener or an old pro, having the right tools can make creating a stunning garden quicker and easier. But with all the available tools on the market, it can be difficult to pick which are worth their weight in soil. 

If you’re looking for tools that make the most of your time and money, you want to invest in double-duty tools. Ready to dig in? Here are our favorite gardening tools that are efficient, easy to use, and perform multiple tasks.

Fertilome Chameleon Adaptable Hose End Sprayer

Having an effective garden sprayer allows you to spot-treat, fertilize, and water your plants effectively. The Chameleon Hose End Sprayer attaches to the end of the hose and allows you to choose from three different spray options. 

These spray options allow you to mist a plant with soapy water or neem oil for bug control, apply fertilizer or foliage treatment directly to target areas, and conserve chemicals and apply more evenly with the on/off ability and mixture release dial.

To use this tool:

• Decide if you want to use the chemical attachment it comes with or another container.
• The tubing in the attachment will screw directly onto most of your existing bottles of pre-mixed pesticides, fertilizer, or spot treatment. 
• If the tube does not fit or you’re mixing your own solution, you can pour your solution into the white container and screw it onto your hose.
• Choose the dispersal amount you want and the spray type (this is the ratio/concentration of your solution to hose water). Follow the product’s instructions for dilution if needed.
• Test the sprayer then get started!

Fertilome Premium Pump Sprayer

Pump sprayers allow you to keep chemical solutions stored safely and apply them effectively! The benefit of pump sprayers is that you can use them to spot-treat weeds, apply fertilizers more discriminately, cover an area more effectively to save you money and time. 

A pump sprayer also allows you to spray areas your hose won’t reach! Plus, you don’t have to deal with tangling the hose or accidentally damaging your plants by dragging the hose over them.

To use this tool:

• Wear protective clothing, including long sleeves, pants, gloves, shoes, and glasses. 
• Remove the lid from the tank, release the pressure valve, and pour in your solution (diluted to meet product instructions). 
• Replace the lid and fasten it tightly.
• Use the pump handle on top and pull up then down to increase the pressure. Stop when you feel the handle becoming more difficult to push all the way down.
• Direct the nozzle to the area you want to spray and press the trigger to disperse the solution. 
• Rinse when done to use another solution in the future. 

For larger areas or to keep one hand free, try a backpack sprayer.

Dalen Gardeneer Harvest-Guard Garden Blanket

Every gardener is familiar with the feeling of spring anticipation. That excitement and energy of getting spring plants started during winter. With a harvest-guard garden blanket, you can start your plants sooner (direct sow or transplant) and encourage more vigorous growth. 

This blanket gently floats over your plants to hold in warmth, creating a greenhouse effect. It also prevents frost damage while allowing light through. And it protects your seeds from hungry birds and your seedlings from insects.

To use this tool:

• Cover your plants or seeds with the harvest-guard blanket.
• Watch for signs of growth. Remove blanket once seedlings are strong enough to withstand bugs and pests.
• Cover your plants the night before a frost.
• Uncover the next morning.

Radius Garden Root Slayer Soil Knife 

Don’t let tough weeds get the best of you! With the Radius Garden Root Slayer Soil Knife, you can remove weeds effectively and fast. Use this tool to create a hole that encircles the weed and severs its roots. 

You can also use this durable tool for digging narrow but deep holes for new seedlings or seeds--which comes in handy if you’re adding plants into already planted beds.

To use this tool:

• Press the sharp tip about an inch out from the base of the weed you want to remove. 
• Angle the tip toward the center of the roots.
• Spin the soil knife around the base of the weed, then lever the weed upward.
• Press the soil knife into the soil where you want to dig a hole for a seed or seedling. 
• Use the markers on the blade to dig to the appropriate depth.
• Turn the tool in a circle and lever the soil upward.
• Place seedling or seed in the hole and replace excess soil.

Typar Pro Landscape Fabric

Landscaping fabric is a gardener’s best friend. It keeps weeds at bay, helps soil retain moisture better, and reduces the volume of chemicals you need to use in your garden. Landscaping fabric also prevents erosion and keeps your gardening soil in place!

To use this tool:

For an established garden bed:

• Place the edge of the fabric at the edge of the garden bed. Place heavy stones or bricks on the edge to keep it in place.
• Unroll the fabric toward your plants. 
• When you get to a plant, cut a line from one edge of the fabric toward the plant. Cut a circle large enough to allow watering and respiration around the plant base. 
• Cover the entire bed then cover the fabric in mulch.

For a new garden bed:

• Cover the area with fabric.
• Cut holes and plant your new shrubs, veggies, or whatever plants you plan to use. 
• Cover the fabric with mulch.

To line a vegetable garden bed:

• Create a border around your new garden bed.
• Line the bottom with the gardening fabric.
• Fill your bed with gardening soil.
• Plant your crops.

Invest In Tools Worthy of Your Time and Garden

The best tools make gardening more fun by reducing the time, effort, and energy needed to keep your plants healthy and beds attractive. They also pay for themselves by encouraging the best growth and keeping your plants healthier, longer. 

We hope these double-duty tools will maximize your gardening time and provide you with healthy, happy plants you can be proud to show off!

Don’t forget to protect your hands with high-quality gloves. Gardening gloves prevent scrapes, scratches, and thorn pricks while giving you a better grip and keeping your hands (and nails) cleaner. 

When it comes to tools, gloves are more than double-duty--they are for every duty!