Tue, 15th May 2007

Childrens Gardening Tools

Let’s be honest, children in the garden, especially young children can be difficult. Instead of standing quietly waiting for you they wander around and get into all sorts of mischief because they’re bored.

The answer, of course, is to get them involved and helping. Show them what to do and it becomes a game. You can’t expect them to do too much without equipment. Have you tried digging soil with a beach bucket and spade? I thought not.

Harrods Horticultural have launched a range of real tools to encourage the little ones and maybe give you a little bit of peace too.

The little ones in the large photo are showing off their wellies with a waterproof drawstring top available in Monster or Flower designs

You might like to note the matching apron and tool carry bag as well

Tools for the Younger Child (3 years plus)

Hand Tools and Pouch

The Hand Tools and Pouch includes a hand rake (17cm) and both large and small trowels (both 18cm L) which are all great for children aged 3+ to undertake a manner of gardening tasks.

Sturdy metal heads and quality wooden handles complete with a nylon tool pouch.
Available Here

Long Handled Spade Fork & Hoe

These ideal starter tools are sturdy, useable and will fit easily into small hands. Metal heads and real wood handles just like proper tools.

For those already inspired why not buy them the complete set including long handled spade and long handled fork all with metal heads and wooden handles!
Fork – Spade – Hoe

Tools for the Older Child (6 years plus)

Joseph Bentley Childrens Tools

The aclaimed Joseph Bentley tools will appeal to children over the age of six and a fair few adults too!

The compact size and lightness combined with the practicality and strength of stainless steel will give them their first “proper tools” and ones they will always remember.

The range includes: