Although it's easy to find gifts for gardeners, guys tend to be a bit harder to shop for. Here are 10 gardening gifts most gardeners would love to receive. There's bound to be 1 or 2 even he would like. And if you'd like to drop a hint about a garden related gift you might like, we're starting a garden gift wish list here.
1. Audobon Binoculars
Sure, Audubon specializes in bird watching. But that doesn't mean these binoculars won't come in handy for staking out deer, woodchucks, squirrels, armadillos and other 4 and 2-legged garden pests. Audubon has a range of binoculars varying in power and field of vision, but I like this sleek 8 x 25 model. They're strong enough to be useful, yet small enough to carry with you and still work.
2. Fire Pit
You have to admit they're pretty cool and you wouldn't mind having one in the backyard. And since the only time gardeners really stop to enjoy their gardens is at night, you might as well extend the season with a little heat. Gather round with a glass and relax.3. Earthmaker Composter
Does he pride himself on the quality of his compost? This is turbo composting. The Earthmaker has a unique 3-tiered design that uses gravity, not shoulder power, to turn compost. You put your kitchen scraps and yard waste in the top section, where they'll cook and decompose for 4-5 weeks. Then just slide out the separating panel and the contents of bin one plop down into bin 2, where they'll finish decomposing for another 4-5 weeks. Finally, you slide out the panel below the 2nd bin and your finished compost is separated at the bottom of the Earthmaker, ready to use. And in the meantime, the top 2 bins have started the process all over again - without ever lifting a compost fork!4. Weather Station
Let him put some authority behind his weather predictions. The Weather Station predicts general weather patterns and changes in barometric pressure. It also records high / low temperatures outdoors, for judging frosts and indoors, for adjusting climate controls. Sure beats looking out the window every 5 minutes to see if it's started to rain.5. Corona Pruning Saw
Next to power tools, men love to prune. A good pruning saw will make the job easier and Corona is known for making a quality tool. Folding saws are particularly handy, because you can carry it around without risk of injury.6. Garden Hammock
Let's face it, sometimes the best way to appreciate the fruits of your labor is with your eyes closed. And doesn't he deserve a chance to sit in the garden and just do nothing? Maybe he'll even share it with the person who was so thoughtful.7. Whiskey Barrel Planter Fountain
A fountain and water garden that can be set up in a day and enjoyed all year. He'll get the sound of running water without having to dig a large hole in the ground. Put it by the hammock and consider it a reward for a job well-done.8. Tool Organizers
Racks, hooks, carts. However you organize them, you're more likely to use your tools if you can find them. If the shed is nowhere near the garden, you might want to opt for a tool cart that can be wheeled into the garden.9. How to Grow World Record Tomatoes
Admit it, when it comes to his tomatoes, he's a tad competitive. Author Charles Wilber shares his hard-learned techniques for growing record-breaking tomatoes and produce of every variety. And he says there's no magic involved. Fertilizer tips, pruning and watering are all fine-tuned.Or maybe your guy would like to try his hand at growing the world's largest pumpkin. Backyard Giants can get him started on that endeavor. Just remind him that someone has to carry that pumpkin to the scale.
