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1. A dual-sided sticky insect trap specially designed to stop pests like gnats, fruit flies, and aphids right in their tracks. It’s like a bodyguard for your precious plants, keeping those leaf-munching critters at bay.
Promising review: "I use these every year to keep thrips from destroying my grapes. I don't like to use toxic chemicals in the garden, and these have been a lifesaver for my organic garden! Within a couple of days these sticky traps are covered front and back with nasty thrips. I put them up at the very beginning of the season and they stay up until harvest." —joni j
Price: $8.89
2. Or a natural pest repellent with over 20,000 5-star ratings here to save your garden from unwanted visitors. Packed with extra concentrated peppermint oil, this concoction is like Kryptonite for those pesky critters that just won't leave your precious plants alone. And since it's all-natural, you can spray it around your plants (and pets) with peace of mind.
Mighty Mint Store is a small business that creates pest control sprays formulated from natural ingredients.
Promising review: "Sprayed this product on garden plants while at least 50 bugs were feasting on the single ripe tomato of the bunch 😤. The scattering was real! Came out this morning to zero bugs on my 🍅 and I live in Florida (bug capitol of the US). Natural product with delightful scent that is safe to spray around my dog. Affordable as well. 👊🏾 Happy customer! 😁" —Terri H
Price: $18.98
3. A moisture meter that can read your plant's mind and tell you precisely when it's feeling thirsty! No more guesswork or sticking your finger in the soil to check the moisture levels — this clever device will help ensure you never over- or under-water your leafy pals again.
Seriously, don’t be like me and solely rely on the "finger test." Just because the top layer *seems* damp doesn't mean the roots aren’t feeling like SpongeBob in the one episode screaming, "WAAAATER, I neeeeed it."
Promising review: "This extra-long probe fits into the pots of even my biggest plants and the reading is immediate. SO much better than my finger test for moisture. Also, some plants I thought weren't getting enough water were actually dry on top but very wet down below where my finger reached. I left it in a couple of plants as I watered them and watched the hygrometer register the water saturating the soil. Love this!" —Pajamann
Price: $12.99+ (available in two sizes)
4. A garden bed cover to shield your precious outdoor plants, especially those yummy fruits and veggies, from harsh sun rays, critters, and frost.
Promising review: "This plant cover is thicker than others that I have purchased and lasts a lot longer. I have it covering my Brussels sprouts right now. The temps are getting hotter so I use it to shade my plants. It is also great to cover my squash plants to keep out the squash vine moths and borers." —C. Dryman
Price: $16.99
5. Or plant covers for your taller plant babies (like tomatoes), because you didn’t do all that hard work just for the birds and squirrels to have a free buffet.
Promising review: "Love the size of these nets. I'm trying my hand at growing tomatoes in pots this year. My friends have told me about their issues with birds, critters and insects, and these nets seem perfect. They fit perfectly over the cages, and I particularly like the drawstring on the bottom to safeguard any invaders. There's no problem watering the plants through the net and plenty of sun and air get through." —Debbie Cetin
Price: $13.99 for a two-pack (also available in a three-pack)
6. A composting tumbler here to welcome you to a whole new world of eco-conscious gardening. This genius machine seamlessly transforms your kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich, dark soil that'll be gold for your garden the following year.
Promising review: "This is a good sturdy composter. We're heavily into reusing our used organic material. We were using a local composting company, but they got too picky about what material we could give them, so we struck out on our own and compost all our organic leftovers. We have a large garden and can now put this organic material back into the soil. The garden is just thriving!" —S Bradbury
Price: $66.79+ (available in two sizes)
7. An automatic watering system kit for your potted plants or raised beds that takes care of watering and feeding them without you lifting a finger! With this smart setup, the perfect amount of water and nutrients are delivered directly to where your plants need it most. And the best part: no pumps or electricity required!
Now you can jet off on vacation with peace of mind, knowing that your green buddies are happily thriving on their own.
Promising review: "BOOM!! Suddenly sliced bread takes second place, a photo finish for this race. Never seen anything quite like this folks. All kidding aside, this system doesn't require batteries, timers, solar power, pumps, or much attention really at all...as if gardening isn't relaxing enough?!?! Yep!! Setup takes minutes, really simple, the ceramic gets dry and it begins to water until it's not. No more spraying the mulch layer keeping the biology moist!!! Happy plants means happy harvests and there are videos and plenty of folks who can help if you run into issues." —Ja Ja
Price: $55.57
8. A dimmable LED grow light that's basically a personal sun for your plant babies, whether you're starting seeds, working with a small growing space, or just want to keep your indoor leafy friends happy. With this light, you can play Mother Nature by adjusting the brightness to suit your plants' needs.
This light features a blend of white, blue, red, IR, and UV LEDs and its comes with a silent built-in fan and vents to keep from overheating.
Promising review: “Bought this light because I wanted to grow peppers indoors, but did not want to spend a lot of money on those name-brand lights. These lights are amazing, they have allowed my peppers to have steady growth. In the current setup they are approximately 14 inches above the plants and I only keep the lights at 20%, which gives more than enough light for the peppers! The amazing part is you can set up chain lighting. I have purchased quite a few of these lights as a result. I would highly recommend this product!” —Everton
Price: $45.99+ (available in three sizes)
9. A pack of Miracle-Gro plant food spikes ready to keep your green babies well-fed for up to two months straight! Now you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the lush greenery without worrying about checking soil nutrients and fertilizing every few weeks.
For best results, replace spikes every 30 days in spring and summer, and replace every 60 days in winter and fall.
Promising review: "I swear by these plant food spikes!!! The package says they are for indoor plants, but I actually use them for all of my outdoor plants, especially my herbs. I first tried these after planting some basil and other herbs that seemed to be taking an eternity to grow. I figured I'd give them a try since they were so inexpensive and wow!!!!! Within just a few days, my plants had grown more than double what they had grown in the previous several weeks!! One of my friends (who also enjoys gardening) came over to my house and was in awe of how big and healthy all of my herbs were. When I told her about these spikes, she went straight from my house to purchase some and had the exact same growth results." —GatorDO17
Price: $10.95
Check out our deep dive on the Miracle Grow plant food spikes for more info.
10. A long-handled standing weeder that’ll make pulling out intrusive weeds a breeze, giving your beloved plants all the space and nutrients they need to thrive without breaking a sweat (or a knee).
Grampa's Weeder is a family-owned small business that's home to a standing weeder design that's been around since 1913.
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to made weeding easy.
Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim given 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 weeds 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
Price: $44.99
11. A humidifier as the solution to keep your drama queen plants happy with just the right amount of moisture. It offers both cool and warm mist options and lets you adjust the mist levels to suit your plant's needs. It also features a top-fill design that's easy to clean (making maintenance a breeze), and even has a timer and auto shut-off feature so you can set it and forget it!
PLUS, it even has a sleep mode to dim the LED screen and ensure a peaceful night's rest for both you and your plant babies.
Promising review: "I am using this to maintain the humidity in an indoor growing tent. I appreciate the smart features — I can set a specific humidity level and the device only runs when needed. The display is green light so it should not disturb sleeping plants, just in case you forget to turn on the sleep mode, which turns off the display completely. Sleep mode allows the unit to operate in complete darkness. Unfortunately, the device will not retain any selections if removed from power — this means you cannot use it with a timed outlet. However, this is not a big problem with the humidity level and sleep settings. It holds quite a bit of water, and the design of the detachable reservoir and handle makes for painless refilling. You can even top-fill. Overall this is a high-quality unit I would buy again if needed." —Jared
Price: $39.99 (available in five colors and sizes)
12. A Fox Farm fertilizer bundle specifically formulated to pamper all your plants, encouraging them to grow like never before. This superhero combo not only supports lush vegetative growth but also coaxes them into producing bountiful fruits, vibrant flowers, and lots of buds, strengthening cell walls so they can unleash their full potential!
Promising reviews: "This is seriously the best value getting all four products. This is a miracle solution and worth the cost. I use this for every one of my plants and I didn’t realize how bad some of my plants needed until after using it and seeing how they bloomed and looked so much fuller and happier." —Eblomgren
"I’ve been using Fox Farm for years and they have never disappointed me. My plants are stronger and healthier all around." —Amber
Price: $43.99+ (available in two sizes)
13. A galvanized garden bed so your plants can have their own little VIP section! You get to play around with the soil mix, creating the perfect blend tailored to your plants' needs. Plus, these metal beds are like superheroes, standing strong against all kinds of weather and promising you many seasons of plant-growing joy.
Promising review: "I ordered the raised flower bed because I just couldn't prep my hard ground for a garden. It arrived a week sooner than it said it would be here, and it took me about 20 minutes to put it together. It saved me hours of unnecessary work, and my garden looks great." —Christine Hanaki
Price: $35.99+ (available in three sizes and five colors)
14. Or a super raised garden bed if you want to give your garden a bit of a boost, making it the perfect height to save yourself from constantly bending over to tend to your plants. It'll also help keep dogs and pests out, as a major plus!
Promising review: "Love this product for so many reasons. The raised design keeps our dogs and nature friends out of the garden. It's great for elderly and people with back or knee problems. You can still garden. Easy to put together. We got a 4-foot garden. Possibly overloaded it, but we have four tomato plants, three eggplants, three green peppers, three red peppers, and three strawberries. Highly recommend." —Cybil
Price: $71.99+ (available in three sizes and three finishes)
15. An essential hori hori garden knife — perfect for harvesting, digging, and pruning, this nifty tool will help ensure your veggie and flower gardens thrive this year. It even comes with a sharpening rod and a leather sheath for storage.
This durable blade can cut through roots and tough weeds with ease, and the handle has a guard on it to help prevent any accidental nicks.
Promising review: "I rarely leave a review unless I think something is truly an excellent product. This is the BEST hori hori I've ever owned! I've owned several during the last 20 years, and this one stands the test of time. I'm not always easy on some of my gardening tools; this knife has routinely been left outside in the dirt, rain or shine. It's still in excellent shape after seven long years. I decided to buy a second one for my greenhouse. It's comfortable in the hand, strong enough to cut roots with the serrated edge, and long enough to use for planting bulbs, prying up weeds, and digging holes for 6-inch pots. If you only buy one tool, this is it." —nancy thompson
Price: $31.95
16. A three-piece watering set that includes a sleek long-spout watering can, a spray bottle, and a cute squeeze bottle, all ready to meet your plants' watering demands. The spray bottle is perfect for misting green pals that require high humidity, while the squeeze bottle lets you deliver a measured dose of water or liquid fertilizer. And reviewers say the can's long-spout design is a lifesaver for those hard-to-reach plants!
Reviewers also love the roomy capacity that saves them from the hassle of constant refills!
Promising review: "I love the color of this set of watering equipment. Their a nice quality. I love the long pouring spout of the watering can, as I can reach all my plants even in the back of my large plant growing shelf with ease without having to move any of the pots. The spray bottle isn’t crummy like some others I’ve had in the past. Very lightweight but not cheap feeling. I can tell these will last. My plants and I are very happy!" —Izzi
Price: $15.47 (available in three colors)
17. A pair of gardening gloves to shield your hands from all the dirt and blisters that comes with wielding garden tools. These gloves are the real deal — tough yet breathable, thanks to the sweat-absorbing powers of bamboo, and they feel like a second skin. Reviewers also say they’re touchscreen-approved, so you can listen to your favorite podcast on YouTube and skip those ads without any fuss.
These gloves are designed to have a snug fit (which keeps your fingers flexible and also keeps dirt from entering), so if you prefer a roomier fit, size up from your usual glove size.
Promising review: "Snug fit, very dextrous. I feel very protected from wet soil and yard debris (probably not thorns — haven't pushed it). I really love these gloves for gardening and even for light construction, like sanding wood. Grips really good and helps me get my hands dirty when I don't really feel like it. No need for a nail brush after gardening with these gloves." —Delayed Gratification
Price: $9.99+ (available in sizes S–2XL)
18. An expandable garden hose because wrestling with a stubborn hose that causes more headaches than joy is not on the to-do list. As its name implies, the Flexzilla is extremely flexible (in all weather!) as well as durable — not only will it coil up easily when not in use, but it's also a champ at resisting kinks and crushing, making your gardening experience easy breezy.
Promising review: "Have used this for about three weeks, watering flowers, grass and washing cars. Have used it almost every day in some way or another. It's very light, easy to maneuver, and doesn't kink. However, I think that's because I followed the directions on the box for how to unwind it for the first time. When I was first unraveling, it kinked in several places so I had to carefully unravel and lay it out fully extended before I even hooked it up to the water source. Has been kink-free ever since." —Sean Cotter
Price: $9.99+ (available in nine sizes and with a nozzle kit)
19. A Seeding Square kit here to help prevent overcrowded garden chaos by keeping your plants perfectly spaced and thriving in harmony. This nifty kit even throws in a dibbler stick for creating holes at the ideal depth, making life easier for ourselves *and* our plants.
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
Price: $29.95
20. A hanging propagation station that not only looks stunning but also serves a practical purpose. This two or three-tiered setup allows you to easily monitor the growth of your hydroponic plants, all while clearing up space that's been crowded with vases.
Promising review: "Great way to get all the babies off the kitchen windowsill. 🙂 I put all new clippings in them a few weeks ago. I love that they can just hang right in the window. I was worried the three-tier one would be too long, but I think it would have been fine. Will probably order that one too. Great way to get lots of plants rooted in a consolidated space, and looks cute too! The glass seems pretty thick. Not worried about breaking it. Wood and string are cute." —Frankie
Price: $14.39+ (available in two sizes and two colors)
21. A soaker hose designed to gently shower your precious crops with a refreshing drink right at their roots when laid properly. Just place it in your garden, hook it up to your hose, and watch the magic happen.
Promising review: "I have tried at least six different hoses, including the most expensive brand offered on Amazon. Linex is superior if you need a hose that seeps water the entire length at an almost constant rate. This hose will reduce my watering time from a one-hour period to a 25-minute period. I bought the 75-foot length. Exceeds my expectations." —Gadgeteer
Price: $13.99+ (available in five sizes)
22. Along with a hose timer to give yourself a break from the constant task of remembering to water your plants. You can set it and forget it, allowing you to focus on the more exciting parts of your day — like taking a trip to Home Depot to buy those super cute ceramic planters you’ve eyeing.
Twist it onto your faucet (or faucet splitter), then screw in your hose, and run it to your sprinkler or other watering device. You can program it for how often and how long you want it to run. It also has a rain delay mode that can push off the schedule for 24, 48, or 72 hours.
Promising review: Easy garden irrigation. The timer works great. I put a splitter on my normal spigot and ran the hose through my raised beds. This will be great in the incredible summer heat of Texas — saving me from hosing down the plants in 100-plus-degree weather. The connections are leak-free so far. The screen is intuitive and user-friendly. So far my plants are thriving! I may even buy another for other areas of my yard. —Rob
Price: $24.99
23. A 72-cell seed starter tray offering everything you need to kickstart your gardening journey, whether that means herbs, vegetables, or some beautiful flowers.
This kit includes: a clear greenhouse dome, two 36-cell planting trays, a watering tray, 72 growing pellets, two plant-o-grams, six plant markers, and a soil mixer.
Promising review: "This product is fantastic and made growing my seeds so easy. The pellets expanded quickly and did a great job of keeping them warm while they germinated. It was super easy to set up and I highly recommend this product for anyone looking to start their seeds." —openmind19
Price: $19.99 (also available in a self-watering version)
24. A pair of gardening gloves equipped with claws that'll make you feel like a superhero straight out of Marvel Comics. These special gloves will have you digging and planting in your garden like a pro — no trowel needed, and no dirt under your nails to worry about. Those stubborn weeds won't stand a chance against your newfound gardening superpowers.
Promising review: "I laughed when I first saw the picture of this item. I thought, well if they don’t work I’ll use them for a costume. But they are amazing at pulling weeds. I use mine for those pesky weeds in the rocks. One pull and you get root and all." —Cynthia Williams
Price: $7.96+ (available in three colors and as a two-pack)
25. A pack of reusable Velcro garden ties so you can keep your climbing green babies standing tall on trellises and stakes without any of the usual damage that twine, zip ties, and other methods tend to cause.
Promising review: "I used this to secure netting between the posts of the pergola, on which the morning glories will grow. It hasn’t slipped and keeps the netting taut and strong. I’m also using it to secure taller plants to bamboo rods. The nice thing is that you can make the support loops exactly the way you want; the loops made by the product adjusts to the plant, rather than the plant having to adjust to the support. I can’t wait to try it on securing my tomato plants to their cages, which will be soon. A little goes a long way, and I believe they will be reusable. It’s a great product at a low price." —Patrick J. Lay
Price: $5.98+ (available in five sizes)
26. A set of potato growing bags, aka the one thing standing in between you and a never-ending supply of spuds. Take whatever kind of potatoes tickle your fancy and cut them into chunks with the “eyes” exposed (or keep them whole), pop them into these special bags filled with nutrient-rich soil, watch them grow, wait for those green tops to wither away, and finally, unveil your amazing harvest by simply opening the nifty door at the bottom of the bag.
And you don't have to stop at potatoes. You can use these growing bags for tomatoes as well as herbs!
Promising review: "We bought the bags to try growing vegetables, herbs, and fruit (tomatoes). We travel full-time so the ease of transportation is terrific. Using new potting soil, and so far, all the plants have grown and produced well. The bags are holding up, and we plan on using them next year." —Paula
Price: $18.98+ (available in two sizes and multiple packs)
27. And finally The Complete Gardener's Guide as your go-to buddy for all things gardening — a trusty resource to consult when your plants are being a bit temperamental, the gardening blogs aren't quite hitting the mark, or you simply want to pick up some new tricks of the trade.
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. Me being new to the scene, I wanted to learn as much as possible to keep up 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. 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
Price: $16.53
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