1. Sticky traps in fun shapes that'll ensure your garden looks cuter than ever while also  keeping insects at bay. No more gnats gnawing at your zucchini plant!

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Promising review: "I started some seeds indoors and started to notice lots of little flying gnats in the soil. These sticky traps are great, they worked just as I had hoped. I have ordered my second pack. They are keeping the gnat population in check. My seedlings aren't overrun with these little nuisances anymore. I'm sure they will work just as well outside." —Amazon Customer

Get an 18-pack from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in three shapes and six different pack sizes).

2. A standing weeder (without the chemicals!) in case you've found your dream home, but, unfortunately, it came with a grass full of dandelions. Unwind after a busy day at the office with some therapeutic weeding that won't hurt your back.  👍

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Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to make weeding easy. Grampa's Weeder is a small business!

Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, given that we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard, and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weed was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JG

Get it on Amazon for $39.99.

3. And a crack weeder tool to add to your yard clean-up arsenal — it has a head specifically designed to rake through the thinnest cracks and pull out all those unwanted weeds right from their roots.

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BuzzFeed editor Sally Elshorafa tried this out! She said, "After moving to the East Coast, I quickly learned that the stone pathways around my home are basically a spa retreat for moss and weeds. The cracks collect moisture, trap organic debris, and offer *just* enough shelter to help unwanted greenery flourish, especially with all the shade and rain we get. I didn't want my outdoor space to turn into a jungle, so I grabbed this tool and got to work. It's weirdly satisfying — kind of like flossing, but for your stone paths. The bent tip slides right into the cracks and pulls weeds out from the root, which helps keep them from coming back anytime soon. I've used it on my pathways, driveway, and anywhere else something tries to sprout where it shouldn't. The handle is comfortable, and it doesn't take much effort to use. It's quickly becoming one of my favorites. If you've got hardscaping, you need this in your toolkit."

Get it from Amazon for $16.95.

4. A variety of sunflower seeds to revive that boring patch of dirt in your yard into a photo shoot–worthy garden without the stress of hand selecting which flowers to plant. Alexa, play "Sunflower" by Harry Styles.

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Promising review: "Planted a handful of the seeds in our front lawn area. Few months later, and we had a spectacular color array. Great flowers!" —Shane

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

5. Adjustable Velcro garden tape that'll support your plant babies the same way your therapist does for you. It'll easily attach to their stalks and keep 'em up right — no wind will take them down this season!

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Promising review: "I use this on so many of my plants — indoors and out. Outside in spring, this holds iris blooms off the ground when the buds are too heavy for the stems to hold up. After blooming, it holds all the leaves back so nearby plants can get some sun. It holds my heavy monstera leaves up and the aerial roots close to the moss pole. When you give pothos vines something to climb up, the leaves will grow bigger and faster and this works so great for that purpose. Best of all-it somewhat blends in, and it’s gentle on stems and aerial roots. I will continue to buy this every time I run out. Absolutely recommended!" —Christina Johnson

Get it from Amazon for $3.98+ (available in seven sizes).

6. A programmable timer to work some Fairy Godmother-like magic on your hose and transform it into a sprinkler. Bibbidi, Bobbidi, Boo-tiful lawn!

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Reviewers mention it's worth using this product with a water hammer arrester.

Promising review: "These timers have been around for a long time. My dad used them for his garden for years without any issues. The batteries last a long time in these things as well. I’m able to program what days of the week to water, how frequently (every 12 hours or twice a day), and how long to water each time. Then just leave the faucet on and you’re good to go. If you want to do another watering on hot days or use the hose for another purpose, just click the manual button to trigger a manual watering; no need to disconnect." —Taylor

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in quantities of one, two, three, and ten). 

7. A row of colorful flower pots with draining holes and hooks that'll brighten up your deck with very minimal effort.

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Promising review: "Lovely colorful flower pots. Perfect size to hold a single flower, and they add such a nice pop of color to my yard. Very easy to hang up, no hardware required! I’m getting a lot of compliments on them. I bought several sets and planted bright flowers in them. I have them lining the inside of my yard and on the front of the house. They add a lot of cheer and homeyness for a simple and cheap project." —Maegan

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $18.59+ (available in multicolor, black, or white). 

8. A fast-acting lawn repair formula made up of grass seeds, mulch, and soil amendment will undo all the damage your beloved doggo (who, obviously, can't help but pee all over your grass) has done to the yard. Now, back to trying to teach Fido *not* to dig up the new grass...

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Promising review: "I used this in the spring to fill out our lawn more, and it worked great! I was worried because I feel like you always hear grass seed horror stories, but I just raked our lawn good, spread seeds all over, and watered it once (sometimes twice) per day and it filled the lawn in beautifully!" —Mariah

Get it from Amazon for $16.44+ (available in five sizes and multipacks).

9. Pruning shears, for anyone who has successfully created their own magical rose garden in their yard. Better get yourself a glass jar too to display it like in Beauty and the Beast.

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Promising review: "I purchased these as a gift for my mother who gardens extensively. She thanked me again for them today, declaring that these were the best pruners she has ever owned (she has been at it for over 50 years). She cuts the branches off her trees and shrubs, then further trims them into small sections to fit in the recycle trash bags. It is her great joy to work in the yard made even my pleasant through the use of these pruners." —A. Kelly

Get it from Amazon for $16.96+ (available in three styles). 

10. And a long-handled lopper to help you can trim any overgrown bushes or trees in your yard, a must-have for anyone who isn't Edward Scissorhands.

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Promising review: "Light, easy to use for pruning my trees, but sturdy. Pruning is effortless. So well-engineered. I can't recommend these enough. And they're affordable. My favorite garden tool now. I don't like heavy tools that I can't maneuver or hurt my hands. This is perfect." —Patsy

Get them from Amazon for $24.71+ (available in five styles). 

11. A Scotts seed spreader you'll adore because 1. it comes fully assembled (thankfully) and 2. it'll ensure your grass seed and fertilizer are spread nice and evenly without an extra effort required.

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Promising review: "This model is definitely a cut above the other spreaders made by Scott. It is quite well constructed and has lots of nice features like a large hopper, four drop holes, and dual spreader mechanisms. The wheels on this are very nice as well and the edge guard feature works well. Very easy and effective to use and should provide years of use if maintained properly. Beats the pants off of every other spreader I have used. And it's attractive to boot!" —Gila Monster

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in a single or three-pack and in four styles). 

12. And a seeding square kit, so planting your lil' sprouts won't turn into a game of guess and check. You'll know *exactly* what pattern you planted your basil seeds in this year.

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It also comes with a measuring stick called a dibbler that pushes down the dirt to the correct depth for you to drop your seeds. The holes are color coded to let you know exactly where to plant seeds of different varieties.

Promising review: "Love this thing! I have been gardening for a while and this takes all of the guess work out of spacing. I used this for the first time this spring using the planting chart/guide and it has worked out perfectly. I have had little to no weeds (I mean come on, you're gonna get some weeds). Planting per the Seed Square will for the most part choke out the weeds, while promoting growth for the plants. I even used this to plant growing plants and not just seeds. Just put the square on the ground used the stick to mark the spot and dug a hole where it was marked. Simple enough. Would highly recommend. Super easy!" —Jennifer Geisel

Get it from Amazon for $29.95.

13. And vegetable, fruit, and herb markers to help you *actually* keep track of what you planted where — each stick is individually sold and with over 40 options to choose from you should have no problem finding exactly what you need to keep your garden in check.

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14. Agarden dibber to make planting bulbs, sowing seeds, and breaking up clumps of dirt easier than ever — every gardener should have one of these babies!

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Promising review: "Beautiful and very well made! They fit in my hand and are very comfortable to use. It looks amazing in my garden tote next to my other wooden tools!! Will purchase more as gifts!" —Kimberly B

Get it from Rockin K Creations Shop on Etsy for $19.88 (available in six material sizes).

15. Pretty gardening gloves, so you can continue to get down 'n' dirty keeping your plants and yard looking fresh without ruining your manicure.

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My Little Belleville is a small business based in Salt Lake City, Utah, that sells kitchenware, stationery, and other home goods.

Promising review: "Such a fun way to add more of a thrill into our gardening skills. One set was for my daughter and one for a friend who shares the green thumb phenomenon. Adorable designs." —Barbara

Get them from My Little Belleville on Etsy for $18.40 (available in seven styles).

16. Or garden gloves with claws that'll make you feel like the Lady Gaga of gardening and make digging in the dirt both easier and more fashionable.

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Promising review: "If you're like me, I typically ditch the gloves when I'm weeding because I can't get a good hold on the smaller weeds. Not with these gloves! They help me dig up those small weeds quickly. I thought I'd have a hard time picking things up because of the claws, but no. They make weeding so much quicker, and save my nails and hands in the process." —MomOfR&D

Get them from Amazon for $6.96+ (available in three colors and in a set of two).

17. A scent-free mosquito repellent to keep those lil' bloodsucking buggers at bay while you're trying to plant your daisies or pick your cherry tomatoes.

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This device uses scent-free repellent mats using naturally occurring repellents found in plants to rid of mosquitoes.

Promising review: "It doesn't smell. It doesn't make noise. It doesn't get hot. It just clears the mosquitos and only mosquitoes! I am the person a mosquito will find from miles away even in my house. The only one they find in a room full of people. I live in a tropical climate and never have a moment's peace in my garden. I've used sprays, foggers, candles, torches, the list goes on. This is the first time I've been able to sit on my patio in peace, even the cat was safe. Already ordered another for a friend and put the refills on subscribe and save." —J&J

Get it from Amazon for $15.41+ (available in 11 colors and in sets of two).

18. A soaker hose you can attach to the hose you already own to provide your bushes, plants, and trees with the shower they've always dreamt of. 

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Promising review: "I bought a couple of different soaker hoses and this is the best by far. Unlike the rubbery ones that are heavier and more difficult to intertwine and stay where you place them within your plantings, these are easy to curve around, reposition, or remove. They have clamps to securely connect the hose at the hose ends which helps avoid leaks or breaks. By comparison, the other kind that has the texture of recycled tires, without clamps, leaked at the connection points and disconnected/failed, resulting in the separation of the hose from the hose ends. Any leaking tends to negate the whole function of the soaker hose. In contrast, this style and brand provides a steady, consistent drip along the hose which is exactly what I want. So far, durability has been good and the hose will fold up nicely for storage during the winter months." —Gail

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in five sizes and in packs of two).

19. A hose reel you can count on to keep your hose from becoming an endless stream of knots without disrupting your carefully curated backyard aesthetic.

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Promising review: "Easy to put together, seems very sturdy, and looks great. I love that I didn’t have to attach this to the house or use any tools and it’s still strong enough to hold up the hose." —Angela H.

Get it from Amazon for $34.99.

20. A cordless grass trimmer that'll help you tackle hard-to-reach areas in your garden bed or simply get the job done if you are the proud owner of a tiny patch of grass.

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Promising review: "WOW!!! This is the fourth grass clipper I've had — all different brands. This is BY FAR the best! The blades cut well, it's easy to turn on and off (you don't need to be a contortionist or use two hands), fits nicely in my hand, and the battery lasts far longer than any other cutter I've had. I can't tell you how pleased I am! Highly recommend this. Haven't tried the trimmer yet, but can't imagine it not being just as great! SO glad I bought this." —suezieqt

Get it from Amazon for $42.99.

21. Knee pads you can count on to make the many hours you typically spend gardening on a Saturday morning a bit more comfortable — a must-have for anyone whose knees simply aren't what they used to be.

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Promising review: "These are the best knee pads I have ever used. They allow me stay on my knees for an extended period of time without getting uncomfortable. I have worn them for 9-hour working days without any issues with fit, adjustment, or comfort. They have great cushioning and are very comfortable, but in my opinion what really makes them better than most other knee pads on the market is the fact that they have two adjustable straps with slip buckles instead of one of the straps being Velcro. —Shannon Huett

Get them from Amazon for $28.49+ (available in two additional styles).

22. An adjustable gardening bench complete with padding for your knees and handles on the sides to assist you in getting up from the crouched position you've likely been in for a *tad* too long while tending to your veggies. It can even be turned into a seat so you can take a true break!

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Promising review: "This is great for the garden. Keeps my knees out of the stickers and the padding is very comfortable, helps me get up and down — easy to maneuver around the garden and in between the rows. Haven't tried sitting on it but i'm heavy and this feels very sturdy under me. Pockets deep enough for tools and seed packets, easy to remove and wash if necessary." —Cpt Dragon

Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in five additional styles).

23. A plant supporter that'll give your tomato plants and bushes a bit more support so they can grow big and tall — since they're powder-coated in green they wont' ruin your garden's *~aesthetic~*. 

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Promising review: "These plant supports each consist of two semi circles that fit together to encircle the plant. I have two snake plants that are getting taller and needed support. These plant stakes are working perfectly. They can easily be inserted into the soil to the desired height, and the green color obscures their appearance. My plants look prettier and stronger now that they are standing tall." —A.Consumer

Get a pack from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in two sizes).

24. A pack of seeds that contain, basically, any kind of vegetable you'd want to grow in your garden — beets, cucumbers, cabbage, butternut squash, and more. You've got a biiiiiiig salad in your future.

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Each pack includes 1,300+ seeds consisting of zucchini, eggplant, beet, pumpkin, butternut squash, cabbage, bok choy, cauliflower, broccoli, rapini rabe, celery, cucumber, kohlrabi, radish, bell pepper, cayenne pepper, okra, Brussels sprout, beefsteak tomato, and cherry tomato.

Promising review: "I purchased it for my mother as a gift and I absolutely love the product. Huge variety and very affordable price! The package looks great and each seed bag is individually labeled along with a QR that takes you directly to all the information you need pertaining to that type of vegetables. Love it." —V. G

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in varieties of 15, 20, and 25 seeds). 

25. A sturdy garden tool set so no matter what kind of planting plans you've got in your future, you'll be ready.

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The set includes a hand trowel, transplant trowel, and cultivator hand rake. Each tool has a nonslip ergonomic handle to make long hours of planting easier!

Promising review: "Purchased these since several other brands/types that I've used over the years just bend when any pressure from digging is done. If you want something that can dig in regular soil rather than potting blend — these are for you." —Joe in MO

Get it from Amazon for $22.80 (available in three colors).

26. Joyful Dirt concentrated plant food and fertilizer designed to be mixed into a watering vessel or sprinkled directly onto the soil to help plants grow bigger and faster. Added bonus? It's organic!

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Joyful Dirt is a small business based in Portland, Oregon making organic, all-purpose plant food since 2013.

Promising review: "I never write reviews but had to share what a great find this was! I have routinely killed every living plant I've ever brought home. Joyful Dirt has completely changed that. All my plants look full and healthy with little to no effort on my part! I am so amazed that for teacher gifts this year, I am giving terrariums and will include a shaker of Joyful Dirt to go with each. If you have any trouble keeping plants alive, this is the solution." —KB13

Get a bottle from Amazon for $19.95+ (also available in three additional sizes/styles). 

27. A beautiful Haws watering can and mister set because it's about time we acknowledged how serious you are about gardening. You can use this top-of-the-line can to water your easily-could-be-prized tomato and zucchini plants and the mister to keep your lil' succulents happy 'n' thriving.

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My husband (a VERY serious backyard vegetable gardener) has a ginormous2.3 gallon version of this can and uses it daily. It's incredibly well-made and worth the investment for anyone whose gardening hobby is getting a bit out of control (in a good way). Check other Haws watering can sizes on Anthropologie in case you want something bigger or smaller!

Get it from Anthropologie for $168.

28. And The Complete Gardener's Guide by Simon Akeroyd — AKA the bible for plant parents. It explains how to sow, plant, and prune while also providing tips on selecting plants, protecting your plants, and designing your garden. 

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Promising review: "I bought a new home in the woods and haven’t really gardened before. The previous owners already had a very impressive garden. Being new to the scene, I wanted to learn as much as possible to keep my garden beautiful, fresh, and healthy. This book has everything a first-timer like myself could need. From plans, designs, sowing, pruning, etc. I was also excited about the fruit and vegetable section, as I plan to grow my own. I definitely recommend the Complete Gardener’s Guide book. It just arrived today and I’ve been flipping through bunny earring pages all night. Excited to prune my rose bushes tomorrow after reading the section on them." —QueenJ

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (also available in a spiral-bound option).

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