All avid gardeners have their preferred tools of the trade. So getting your favorite gardener a gift that relates to their area of expertise could leave you feeling trapped between the technical (what is the best hose, anyway?) and the utterly useless (gazing globe, garden gnomes). The picks on this list are a combination of tried-and-true yet not strictly necessary (aka not something they already have).

Highlights include a push-pull wonder that makes short work of weeding, our staff’s favorite trowel, and a beautiful hummingbird feeder. Each item is a joy to have on hand, especially if your beloved gardener’s hands are happiest in the dirt.

Looking for more gardening info? Check out our guides to shovels, pruners, and even fire pits.