Every gardener should have a set of basic tools. If you're new to gardening, here's a list of the tools that will help you along the way.

1. Trowel: A well-made trowel is your most important tool. Every gardener should have one.
2. Hand Fork: A hand fork helps chop up clumps, work amendments into the soil, and is a necessary tool for cultivating in closely planted beds.
3. Hoe: A long-handled hoe is a gardener's best friend in keeping weeds at bay.
4. Hand pruners: Invest in a pair of quality pruners; it'll make your life easier when trimming back larger plants.
5. Watering Can: Try to find a watering can that creates a gentle and even stream of water that won't wash seedlings or sprouting seeds out of their soil.
6. Fork: You can't dig and divide perennials without a heavy-duty fork (some dividing methods even suggest you own two!).
7. Shovel: The sharper the better.
8. Wheelbarrow: They come in all different sizes, and are indispensable for hauling soil, compost, plants, mulch, hoses, tools...everything you'll need to garden.
9. Gloves: Leather gloves hold up best. If you have roses, get a pair that resists thorn pricks.
10. Hose: It's he fastest way to transport lots of water to your garden.