It's a good time for me to take stock of the tools on hand and their maintenance, before they are needed. Tools with wooden handles could use a bit of sanding and some linseed oil. Shovels, pruners, saws could use some sharpening and oil to prevent rust.
Also a good time to make that wish list for the upcoming gardening season! Shop around at the 2nd hand stores and estate sales for some good tools at a low cost. You might find some treasures out there!
What tools are right for you? All hand tools, electric, gas, battery? It depends on your needs and situation.
Pole saw
Bow saw
Pruning saw
Lopper pruner
Hand pruner
Hoe
Leaf rake
Garden rake
Shovels
Spade
Garden fork
Rototiller
Chainsaw
Lawnmower
Files for sharpening blades
Oil - the right ones for each power tool
Oil - for hand tool blades and wooden handles
Extension cords - check them for wear, every year.
Ladders
Assorted screwdrivers and wrenches
Check your hoses, watering wands, spray nozzles, watering cans and other watering tools too!
This list could get huge!! Guess this would be a good place to stop and make my own list of things to get done and tools to replace before the next gardening season begins.
