Today, a homage to the simple sickle for a prettier lawn. Plus:
For a perfect garden edge — without any power tools |
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It’s hard to deny the satisfaction of a crisp and clean lawn edge, especially if you’re lucky enough to have an adjacent lush garden. But traditional motorized trimmers can break down, be frustrating to use, and wreak havoc on the ankles. (Looking at you, weed whackers.)
That’s where the Japanese weeding sickle comes in. Not only does its razor-sharp blade produce a polished garden edge with only a moderate pull, it’s a darn good weeder, too.
An unexpectedly useful tool for gardening→
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Plus: Excellent Italian rubber clogs |
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If you’re looking for a gift for the gardener in your life, our experts collected a number of delights to ensure that their time outside feels relaxing and rewarding. We’re particularly taken by this comfortable pair of clogs that comes in a rainbow of colors.
30 great gifts for gardeners→
More from our gardening experts |
Your daily deal: Little lights to add a twinkle to your yard |
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| Addlon |
String lights are a classic way to add cozy brightness to any outdoor space. We love these bulbs because they’re solar-powered, so they don’t need an outlet nearby to set up. And they cast a nice warm glow.
We found them for more than 30% off today→
One last thing: The best sun hats |
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| Photo: Michael Murtaugh |
For anyone spending a lot of time outdoors — in the garden, on a hike, or at the beach — protecting your head from UV rays is important. Our favorite sun hat is rated UPF 50+, the highest possible protection level. We also found a colorful bucket hat that offers solid coverage while still looking cute.
Stay shady→
New York City’s hottest garden celebrity: the dancing woodcocks of Bryant Park.
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