The Joys of Spring

Create your own backyard oasis with these handy tools and garden accessories.

1 Made from recyclable material, these Waterproof Comfort Shoes are easy to clean and have heavy duty tread for traction in the soil. $29.99. Sloggers, sloggers.com

2 The wooden Gronomics Kneeling Stool will protect your knees and make planting easier. And when you’re done, you can flip it over and take a seat. $79.99. Target, target.com

3 Welcome butterflies into your backyard by creating tasty minerals for them to enjoy in the Morning Glory Butterfly Puddler. $40. Uncommon Goods, uncommongoods.com

4 Keep your head cool, dry, and protected from the sun’s harmful UV rays with the Sunday Afternoons Women’s Vineyard Sun Hat. $32. Dick’s Sporting Goods, dickssportinggoods.com

Take it easy on your hands using the comfortable fit and high-powered design of these PowerGear2 Softgrip Pruning Snippers. $29.99. Fiskars, fiskars.com

6 This Outdoor Pour & Store Watering Can features a space-saving spout, measurement markings, and a removable attachment for a finer spray. $24.99. OXO, oxo.com

7 You can haul dirt, rocks and more with the versatile Little Mule Multi Cart, which converts from a wheelbarrow to a dolly to a hand truck. $199. Gardener’s Supply Company, gardeners.com

8 Keep all your essentials close at hand in this lovely Wild Meadow Gardening Apron. $40. Laura Ashley USA, lauraashleyusa.com

9 Add some enchantment to your garden with the weather-resistant Pedestal Bird Bath by Gardman in a bronze finish. $48.99. Wayfair, wayfair.com

10 These lightweight, durable Women’s Nitrile Gloves offer protection and a sure grip. Plus, they’re machine-washable. $19.95 per 3-pack. Duluth Trading Co., duluthtrading.com 

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