Do you have small garden or a large one? A small garden will not require the same large equipment that would be of use in an extensive one. A ride-on mower is unnecessary if you only have a small strip of lawn. Another point to consider is who does most of the gardening? Some tools are too heavy for use by women.
When you buy secateurs make sure the blade always stays sharp to avoid damaging the plant. Look for models that have blades that can be sharpened or replaced, models with tension control and with sizes that best fit your hands. Secateurs usually cost around $50 - $130.
Hedge trimmers or shears are handy - but only if you have a hedge, or plan on growing one. Some hedge trimmers have curved blades to stop branches from sliding out when cut.
Forks are used for turning and aerating compost and breaking up lumps of soil. The cheaper ones are often not strong enough for heavy soil, so go for sturdiness instead of price. Forks usually cost around $30 - $100.
A shovel has a scoop blade and is best used to move around dirt and garden soil. A spade has a flat blade great for cutting edges, digging and dividing plants. The edge of a spade should be kept sharpened for clean and efficient cutting will cause the least amount of damage to plants. These are a basic garden necessity and usually cost from $30 - $50.
A pruning saw is used for pruning trees and larger shrubs, while secateurs are for plants like roses. Pruning saws have a narrow curved blade that fits between stems or branches and easily and cuts them as you pull the saw backwards. They are approximately $27- $55.
A chipping hoe is a handy tool for getting rid of small weeds. The Dutch or push-hoe is slightly more user-friendly as the action required to use it does not jar the neck and shoulder quite so much.
A rake is also a basic requirement for the garden. The strong rake with the flat head and sharp metal prongs is used for smoothing a garden bed and getting out the last of the bumps and weeds. The plastic rake is used to gather leaves and grass clippings only.
Gardening tools don't have to be expensive. Flea markets and garage sales can be excellent places to pick up great tool bargain.
Totorla is one of 60 British Virgin Islands located in the Caribbean. While the Caribbean is notorious for its exuberant culture and wild festivities, the beaches of Tortola offer the picture perfect setting to kick back and relax.
There are several forms of travel throughout the islands but no means of transportation does the island justice in comparison to traveling on a sailboat or motor yacht. One of the most appealing vacations is a private Caribbean Yacht Charter.
Although there are at least nine beaches located on this one island each one is truly unique. They come in all shapes and sizes, ideal for a variety of activities but all have one thing in common, crystal blue waters.
If you are looking for a prime anchorage spot to pull up a yacht and play with all of your toys then Cane Garden Bay is the place. It is located off of Tortola’s north shore and its location in the cove blocks most winds. This is a perfect place to go jet skiing, wind surfing, parasailing and snorkeling. It is also comfortable enough to anchor and stay the night.
Apple Bay Beach is an international hot spot for surfing. During the season surfers from around the world travel to this beach just to catch waves. For the sun worshiper, Elizabeth Island is one of Tortola’s widest beaches giving visitors plenty of room to layout or play volleyball and cricket in the sand with spectacular views of the British Virgin Islands.
Exploring aquamarine life along colorful reefs in turquoise waters is best at Smuggler’s Cove. One of the superlative spots for snorkeling, swimming and relaxing this beach is also one of the more challenging to get to. Off shore the terrain is similar to that of an African Safari but aboard a Luxury Yacht Charter you can be flapping your fins along the reef bank just 100’ from the Smuggler’s Cove shore.
The list of magnificent beaches continues with Long Bay Beach, Josiah’s Bay Beach Lambert Bay, Brewer’s Bay to Brandywine Bay. What other exotic destination has so many breathtaking beaches with a variety of vacation activities all on one island? Whether you are looking to bareboat a sail charter or board a crewed motor yacht, cruising Tortola Island in Caribbean is sure to bring you to the beach of your dreams.
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