GARDENING GADGETS: New tools root out strain
7 Perennial planter: This tool is the master at dividing perennials, lifting weeds and planting both bulbs and perennials. 3 Dibber: Swirl the point in the soil to create the right-sized hole for planting bulbs. 4 Garden disc: Three-in-one tool helps with edging, weeding and digging. Each year brings new tools for such routine garden tasks. 6 Cape Cod weeder: Does the work of a diamond hoe but is made for rocky soil and lefties. 1 Corkscrew weeder: Combines a spiral drill that when rotated into the soil removes troublesome weeds with tap roots (like dandelions) with a long handle that reduces back strain. 8 Patio knife: Digs out weeds from small cracks paths, sidewalks, rock gardens, tile and concrete joints. 5 Ground hog: Curved, metal-pronged rake works well for wet leaves and small spaces. Spiked shoes: Aerate, de-thatch and exercise with shoe attachments of 2-inch spikes.
Mansfield News Journal on 09.06.10 | File Under Garden Tools | Comments

