Essential Flower farming tools

So if you have been thinking of starting on this journey of becoming a flower farmer you are going to need some stuff and depending on your budget, there is so much to choose from.  Now many of the things you need you probably already have if you are a gardener.  Almost everyone has a shovel, spade and rake.  Most of us have some sort of pruners – sometimes just the heavy duty scissors that come in the butcher block. Garden gloves are readily available at the hardware store and a hat that keeps you from getting sun stroke is a must.  But there are some specific tools that not everyone has and that belong in your gardening toolkit. Here’s a list of some essential flower farming tools.

The equipment you need comes in three categories: 

1. absolutely need
2. can work without if necessary
3. want to get when I can

There is a fourth category and it’s “it’s so pretty. I want that”. What does your budget say?  So what flower farming tools do you need?

Tools you absolutely need

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A good tool belt to apron is essential.  I like a couple of choices like the following:

Oxford Tool Belt for gardening :  I like this belt because it has big pockets.  It’s not overly large and is in a bright enough colour that I might not lose it.  
Lehlr Garden Apron :  this apron is colorful, has an adjustable buckle closure and is durable and comfortable.  Multiple deep pockets of different sizes can hold all the hand tools you need.

It’s a good idea to have multiple pairs of garden gloves and anything you buy should be of good quality.

Gardena Latex Garden Gloves : I find this brand of gloves never lets me down and they last a long time.  I always buy a multi pack.  

A solid pair of comfortable boots are always a good idea.  This is apparel that you should invest in.  

Muck Boot – mid calf all purpose : I have Muck Boots for summer and winter. They last a long time, are comfortable but a little pricey.  I think they’re worth it.  

One of the most important and most used tool you will have is a good pair of snips.

Fiskars Softouch pruning snips. : I choose Fiskars for all my snips, pruning shears or branch cutters.  They work really well for me and I’m happy to endorse them.

You will also need a garden tool set.

Fiskars Garden Tool Set:  Again I like this brand for it’s comfort and reliability.

You will need to start some seeds as some of your flowers will need a head start.

Biodegradable Seed Starter Cell Trays : These starter cells work very well and, as they’re biodegradable I can plant them strait into the soil as soon as it warms.
   

Can work without if necessary 

If you are growing tulips or lilies a bulb planter is very handy.  Your garden spade works too.

Flora Guard Bulb Planter with depth marker :  this is a very useful tool but you I’ll have a small spade in your tool set that will do the job.  I find these bulb planters can make working in less tilled soil easier where the small spade won’t penetrate.

Fiskars Standing Bulb Planter : if you have a bad back or knee trouble and you want a tool like this this one, or one like it, is very handy.
Garnen Extra Thick Kneeling Pad :  if you spend a great deal of time in the garden this tool may be necessary.

Tierra Garden Seedling Tunnel : Starting seedlings early gives a gardener a jump start on the season.  Seedling tunnels give the plants added protection in cooler climates.

Want to get when I can

Metal Hand Dibbler with Wooden Handle : A Hand Dibbler makes planting bulbs, seedlings and young plants easier in well tilled soils.  Who doesn’t want a Dibbler?

GardenHOME Stainless Steel 7 Piece Tool Set with Folding Stool and Canvas Tote Bag : I love this item.  It’s a complete set and the stool is a great idea but I’m afraid that I’d sit on something sharp.

Sun Joe Garden Tiller : you can buy or rent a Rototiller to prepare your soil.  The Sun Joe Tiller is reasonably priced and will do the job.  This tiller is reported to be a little rough on hard soil and is meant for ‘average’ height people.

Conclusion

When starting your journey into the world of flower farming you will need tools to plant, prune and harvest your blooms.  You will also need buckets and twine.  Some of your flowers will need to be staked until they mature.  Choose the tools you need according to your budget but make sure you buy quality items.  Don’t forget your wheelbarrow and the hose!  And enjoy the journey.