These adjustable plant ties, available in three sizes, are a must-have for Wolfe. “This is one of those handy products you didn’t know you needed until someone recommended it—now I can’t live without it. They’re durable, easy to cut, and reusable, and my tomato plants have never looked tidier,” she says.
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If there’s one item gardeners should grab during Prime Day, it’s this grow light, says Satch, who recommends it for struggling plants. It’s equipped with four light levels to ensure that your plants thrive at every stage.
“The biggest problem that most indoor growers face is the lack of light. This leads to weak, spindly plants. Luckily, Vivosun’s grow lights are on sale. I use them to grow award-winning plants that I enter in the Philadelphia Flower Show!” he says.
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Every gardener needs a good pair of pruners in their arsenal. This two-pack is currently 44% off and Wolfe likes it for a few reasons: “I’ve always been a fan of Fiskars cutting products, and these micro-tip pruners are perfect for making precise cuts on delicate plants,” Wolfe says. “They’re such a standby tool that I keep a pair in the garden shed, in my garden apron, and on my potting bench.”
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No need to strain your back pulling weeds anymore. Wolfe gets the job done with this tool that he confirms is “simple to use,” since it has a 45-inch handle. “It’s perfect for pulling up stubborn weeds with little effort, and it’s been such a lifesaver for my back,” Wolfe says.
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A good watering can is an essential for any home gardener. Satch recommends going up a size or two. “Because at some point, you will need to mix fertilizer or pesticide or fungicide, and it’s much easier to know how much to mix when you know how big your watering can is,” he says.
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Thanks to this cushioned pad (the foam is 1.5 inches thick), your days of dealing with knee pain will be over. “Available in six colors and two sizes, this foam pad provides much-needed knee support and has a handle for easy carrying,” Wolfe says.
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If you’re always stumped on when to water your plants, this pick is for you. Satch even prefers it over electric or digital soil meters. Here’s his tip for clients: “Get this soil probe and water when the second to bottom rung is dry,” he says.
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“Every gardener needs a good pair of shoes that look great and keep your feet dry,” says Wolfe. “These Sloggers slip on with ease and do an amazing job keeping dirt and water out—they’re a garden staple at this point.”
These shoes are available in tons of lively prints, ranging from florals to polka dots. Note the brand recommends sizing up if you wear a half size.
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Considering raised garden beds? Wolfe can’t recommend the Vego Garden enough. “Two years ago, I switched my entire garden over to raised beds, and I haven’t looked back. These metal beds look amazing in any backyard, and best of all, they make gardening so much easier on the body,” she says of the metal design that comes in five colors. And thanks to the modular setup, you can build 10 different configurations to fit your space perfectly.
You’ll get a lot of use out of a plant caddy if you like to decorate your home with large plants. “Plant caddies are great for rolling heavy plants when you need to move or rotate them,” Satch explains.
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand’s home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, “What’s in My Cart.”
