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Planting kit essentials

Introducing new plants into our gardens is always an exciting process, and whether they’re trees, shrubs, bulbs or herbaceous perennials, it’s vital to give them the best start for their continued health and success.

Planting them well, in aerated soil and at the right depth, is crucial, and there are several tools designed to help you do this. The Gardeners’ World Magazine reviews team regularly tests planting tools to ensure you can buy new kit with confidence and choose the right tools for each planting task.

From forks and spades that help you break up the soil, dig holes and lift plants, to trowels for planting in pots and raised beds, we’ve reviewed a whole host of tools, giving our

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