Garden shoes, garden gloves, gardening boots, and garden hats are what to wear in the yard and garden. The Great Outdoors—even if it’s in your own yard or garden—can require a little protection from the elements. Outdoor activities in the yard and garden are simply safer and more fun when you’re wearing the right attire. Thankfully, there are lots of stylish and sturdy boots, shoes, hats and gloves that were created to protect you from water, thorns, sun and whatever else Mother Earth can throw at you. The next time you venture out into your garden, consider wearing these cool items of outdoor apparel. Home Garden and Homestead is a member of the Amazon Affiliates program. We receive a small commission (at no cost to you) when you click on the product links below. Thanks for supporting this website! Colorful waterproof shoes and boots for wet weather Wet shoes and cold feet aren’t any fun, which is why waterproof Sloggers® shoes and boots have become America’s … [Read more...] about What to Wear in the Yard and Garden
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Winter Work Clothing for Outdoor Chores
Winter work clothing is a must for doing outdoor chores in cold weather. When the weather is freezing cold, you need winter work clothing that can keep you warm. Your outdoor winter wear also must be tough enough for all the jobs you must get done in the coldest weather. Winter work clothing includes everything from warm gloves and heavy-duty boots to fleece-lined pants and insulated jackets. Here is a great wardrobe of first-rate winter work clothing for all of your outdoor chores. Not only is this gear guaranteed to keep you warm, but you will look good wearing it. So, let’s gear-up and get the work done. And once you've got all of your winter work wear, read our reviews of the Best Cordless Electric Snow Blowers. Winter Work Clothing: Base Layer for Extra Warmth Carhartt is a respected name in work clothing, so it’s no surprise that they make great base layer tops and bottoms. In the old days, they called this clothing “long underwear.” But the Carhartt Men’s Midweight … [Read more...] about Winter Work Clothing for Outdoor Chores
Gifts for Gardeners this Holiday Season
Here is an assortment of perfect gifts for gardeners and homeowners on your holiday shopping list. Let's face it. The colder months of the holiday season do not lend themselves to gardening in most climates. But that doesn't mean gardening is completely out of mind. Avid gardeners and homeowners who must keep their yards neat and tidy appreciate garden-related gifts during "the most wonderful time of the year." It is actually quite easy to find great gifts for gardeners and homeowners. These folks always need something to satisfy their green thumbs, finish a DIY project, or add one more personal touch to the property. That's why the editors of Home, Garden and Homestead have put together their annual list of the best gifts for gardeners this holiday season. Heck, you might even want to give some of these gifts to yourself. Gifts for Gardeners: Tools The Ultimate Weeding Tools The CobraHead Weeder gets its name from the shape of the tempered steel blade, which … [Read more...] about Gifts for Gardeners this Holiday Season
Great Tools Make Fall Yard Cleanup Easier
Fall yard cleanup season is here! The blazing heat of summer is over, and the cooler days of autumn have arrived. And, right on schedule, the leaves are falling from the trees. Now is the traditional time for fall yard cleanup. It’s time to harvest the remaining fruits and vegetables from the garden, rake the leaves, and generally clean up the yard and garden to get ready for winter. Fortunately, there is a full arsenal of labor-saving tools to make fall yardwork easier. For pruning, we've got heavy-duty loppers. For controlling fallen leaves, we're got a powerful cordless electric leaf blower. Plus, there's always room in the shed for a quality pair of gloves. Here are some of the best tools that make fall yard cleanup easier and faster. Fall Yard Cleanup: Loppers Make Quick Work of Pruning A great pair of loppers is a handy tool when it’s time to prune a tree or trim a shrub. You can even cut off dead canes from a favorite climbing rose. The Extendable … [Read more...] about Great Tools Make Fall Yard Cleanup Easier
