We remove all soil and debris from metal surfaces to prevent rusting and apply linseed oil (follow safety procedures) to bare wood handles. We also keep shovel edges and pruning blades sharp so they minimize effort when we put them to use.
We regularly use these tools in our garden at Hortus Oasis and find them indispensable.
From Fafard Soil (Phone: 800-732-8667/www.fafard.com )
Potting Soils. Available in Orlando at Apenberry's Gardens, 3443 Edgewater Drive, Phone: 407-841-3088
From Fiskars (Phone: 800-500-4849/ www.fiskars.com )
Softouch Transplanter (#7875)
Pruning Stik (#9234)
Softouch Micro-Tip Pruning Snip (#9921)
Pruning Tarp (#9403)
From Dramm Professional Watering Tools (Phone: 800-258-0848/ www.dramm.com )
Rain Wand 30" Extension Handle (#130GCM)
400 Water Breaker (#400PL)
Brass Shut-Off Valve (#300)
From A.M. Leonard (Phone: 800-543-8955/ www.amleo.com )
Florian Ratchet Loppers (#2RC)
ARS Telescoping Pruner (#TR163)
Felco 7 Rotating Handle Pruner (#7FEL)
Soil Knife (#4750) and Sheath (#4750S)