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VERSATILE GARDENING TOOLS: Work in tough soil, season after season, with a three-piece garden tool set that includes a trowel, transplanter, and cultivator to tackle a variety of tasks. Perfect for digging, loosening soil, planting, aerating, and more, this set equips you for all your gardening needs; each tool features a hang hole to make it easy to store the tools neatly in your shed or garage
| Task | Action Steps | Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Choose tools | Buy wooden-handle manual tools | Clean and maintain regularly |
| Water wisely | Install rain barrels and drip lines | Water early/late, mulch plants |
| Compost | Collect scraps, turn compost pile | Avoid meat/dairy in compost |
| Mulch | Apply 2-3″ organic mulch | Use locally sourced materials |
| Plant native species | Research and plant natives | Support local pollinators |
| Encourage beneficial insects | Install bee hotels, birdhouses | Use companion planting, avoid pesticides |
| Reduce waste | Repurpose containers, save seeds | Shred garden waste for mulch |
