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If you have someone on your list who likes to get their hands dirty in the yard with building and landscaping projects, you might want to ask them what they want for Christmas so they don't have to destroy: Here are some of my favorite tools for the weekend. from beginner to master level.
Battery garden tools
For those looking to enter the age of battery-powered garden tools, there are several tool kits that can be very useful.
The Ryobi Trim 3 tool kit includes a trimmer, a hedge trimmer, a blower, two 18V batteries and a charger. This kit will handle your trimming tasks with ease, and the blower will help you clean up. Two batteries make it more functional as you can charge one while using the other. These batteries are also compatible with other tools in the Ryobi One system, making them a great gift for those who already have compatible tools.
The Greenworks Mowing and Maintenance Kit includes a 20-inch mower, machine, hedge trimmer, leaf blower, 10-inch chainsaw, two 24-volt regular batteries, one 24-volt quick-charge battery, and two space chargers for all three batteries. It is the ultimate lawn care package and retails for $699.99. The downside to this wireless system is that it's not compatible with other types of tools you might need for shop use, so if you're building a duplicate collection, it might not work.
The Makita lawn and hedge trimmer is a great gift for more precise trimming and bush shaping . It's smaller and more affordable than the larger $89.99 sets.
Hand tools for landscaping
Some do-it-yourself gardeners tend to take a more traditional approach: they may use hand tools for pruning and planting. Here are some of the coolest tools you can give that don't require a power source.
The Fiskars Ball Saw/Machete is a versatile pruning tool that can help you tackle any job, from brush control to light pruning. Its curved design allows for chip-free cutting, and the tool's double-serrated edge is suitable for many cutting projects. Anyone who likes to cut or is just interested in saws will need these tools.
Grandpa's garden hoe is a versatile tool that can be used for weeding, planting, mowing and any other small job you may need to do. The shape of the handle gives you extra strength and can save your wrists when working in the garden.
On the fence side, your favorite weekend warrior may already have a pole digger, but do they have a pole leveler ? Irwin creates a level that is readable from both sides. It is magnetic and will tell you when your fence posts or any other posts you want to install are straight up and down.
Tools for weeding
Weed relief is a gift that is sure to be appreciated:
The Zimchado sickle and hollow hoe set includes a pair of durable gloves. This sharp weeding tool will cut down large weeds quickly and efficiently.
For removing stubborn weeds from crevices, any gardener who likes a neat path will be glad to have a Grebstk crevice tool . This tool has a rectangular shape with a smooth blade on the inside and a serrated blade on the outside for larger and tougher weeds.
These tools for cleaning and cutting between flower beds and grass will save you time and effort. The long handle allows you to stand up while you work and apply more force to the blade, and the shape of the cutting edge allows you to shape the edges of the grass.
Means of protection
Safety gear is just as important for outdoor projects as it is for in-store projects, so when you buy new tools from your favorite outdoorsman for the holidays, you can include safety gear as a Christmas gift.
Eye, ear and face protection is essential when using chain saws and other tools that can throw material at high speeds. The Forester Face Protection Kit has you covered.
A good pair of sturdy, cut-resistant gloves is essential for handling brushes and bladed tools. These chainsaw work gloves from VGO are designed to reduce blade impact injuries, even from chainsaws.
If you are doing serious mowing where the lawnmower debris will fly in front of your feet, you will need foot protection. Forester brushes will protect you from nails and debris and help prevent debris from getting into your boots.
