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Shopping list for gardeners

Author: Nancy Erdmann
Issue: July, 2008, Page 151
MULTI-TASKER 
True Temper’s 7 in 1 Planter’s Buddy offers seven ways to make gardening easy. With its rustproof stainless steel blade and combination of straight and serrated edges, it can be used for planting, digging, measuring, cutting, weeding, slicing, and tamping soil into place. The tool, designed with an ergonomic handle for comfort, comes with a lifetime warranty. It is available at The Home Depot and Lowe’s stores, or at amestruetemper.com.

Photo courtesy of Lee Valley Tools

PLANT HELPER
Gardeners looking for an environmentally friendly soil amendment or soil alternative may want to check out SumiSoil. The reusable charcoal-based medium features peppercorn-sized beads that are said to absorb liquids for slow-release to roots, increase oxygenation, control bacteria and absorb odor. Suitable for indoor and outdoor plants, it can be ordered from Lee Valley Tools, (800) 871-8158, or at leevalley.com.
FLOWER FLOATS
Enjoy a fuss-free water bouquet with GAME’s Floating Light Garden. Ideal for placing in pools, spas or fountains, the decorative floating flowers are illuminated by two 3V batteries and come equipped with a one-hour automatic shut-off. The three-piece set contains a rose, daisy and lotus flower and is available in an assortment of colors. Find it at Leslie’s Swimming Pool Supply, or at toysplash.com.


GARDEN TIP To ensure that your irrigation system is working efficiently, periodically check for dry spots or puddles, and adjust sprinkler heads accordingly.
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