Guest Picks: 20 Tools for Urban Gardening
Even the smallest of gardens deserves the proper tools. For terrarium pruning to herb snipping, this gear lets you garden in style
In cities around the world, urban gardens are beginning to take hold. The idea of growing and cultivating one's own fruits and veggies connects with so many, and today there are more tools than ever to help you begin. Here are 20 of my top tools to help you start your urban garden, whether indoors or out. — Jeanine from AphroChic
Small Planting Tool Set
What could be cuter than tiny tools? These are perfect for working on small plants or a terrarium design.
Lemon Utility Watering Can
A cute watering can is essential. This bright can in the perfect shade of yellow will make watering the plants fun.
Seed Storage Envelopes
If you are a collector of seeds, be sure to store and protect them in these great envelopes.
Orchid House Terrarium
I took in a terrarium workshop on a recent visit to Terrain. This orchid house would make a beautiful setting for a terrarium garden.
Cedar Window Box
If you live in an apartment, I recommend a window box to start your own personal garden. You can grow almost everything in it.
Cocktail Garnish Seed Bombs
Cocktail anyone? With these seed bombs, you can grow your very own teas and garnishes.
Shime Garden Tools
I love an amazing gardening set, and this one is truly stunning. Be uber stylish while gardening with this crisp white bag and tools that sport Japanese cherry handles.
Herb Kitchen Scissors
For snipping fresh herbs, check out these kitchen scissors. They are perfect for clipping delicate vegetation.
Super Slim Lightweight Garden Hose, Violet
All I want for Christmas is a colorful hose! Really. This garden hose in eggplant is just beautiful. It's a great way to bring color to your outdoor space.
Matchcarden City Street Trio
Even gardening can be cute! Just add water to these adorable townhouses, and you can grow your very own cress lawn.
Glass Hanging Orb
Make your own terrarium in a hanging glass orb. You can display your creations indoors or out.
Copper Garden Labels
Don't forget to label. Use these copper sticks to label each of the plants you're growing.
Preserving Herb Jars
When all of your herbs are snipped, place them in beautiful canning jars like this one. You can keep them for yourself or share your delicious herbs as gifts.
Succulents
Buy a flat of these low-maintenance plants to create a beautiful terrarium display or potted garden. They're long-lasting and great for those who are working on their green thumbs.
"From the Garden of" Personal Embosser with Stand
This embosser allows you to turn your creations into branded items from your garden. You can come up with a logo and a unique design to advertise your garden goodies.
Shane Powers Ceramic Wall Planters
If you have an outdoor space, check out air plants as an option. Place them in an arrangement of ceramic wall planters like these for an artistic effect.
Farmer’s Market Basket, Small Square
Could storage for fresh berries be any cuter? Place the fruits of your labor in these adorable baskets.
Heirloom Seed Collection
Every gardener needs seeds to get started. These heirloom seeds will have you growing your very own heirloom tomatoes in no time.
Chalkboard Labels
Whether you're canning, juicing or pickling the items you've grown, it's important to keep everything labeled. A set of chalkboard labels will do just the trick.
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