Gardening

a small rentable plot of land that can be used for growing flowers, vegetables, etc.

a chemical or natural material that is added to the soil to improve its productivity and help plants grow

The gardener added fertilizer to the soil to help the plants grow strong and healthy.

a tool with a long wooden handle attached to a heavy steel or iron blade, primarily used for chopping wood and cutting down trees

He used an ax to chop firewood for the winter.

a big plastic bag containing fertilized soil that can be used for growing plants or fruits, such as vegetables or tomatoes

I planted some tomatoes in a growbag because there is no space in the garden.

a stick used to support a person while walking

He leaned on his cane while walking down the street.

an object with a handle and three or four sharp points that we use for picking up and eating food

I gently tapped the glass with a fork to make a sound.

an electronic piece of equipment that closely resembles a chainsaw and is capable of cutting and trimming hedges in a garden

The electric hedge trimmer made cutting through thick branches much faster.

a gardening tool with a thin metal blade attached to a long handle, used for cultivating and breaking up the surface of the ground, as well as removing weeds

solid waste from animals spread on a piece of land to help plants and crops grow healthier and stronger

(Scottish) very small in size

The toddler toddled around the garden, picking up wee flowers with tiny hands.

to make a ground surface become level or smooth, using a special gardening tool

He rakes the soil in the garden to prepare it for planting.

to cover the soil around plants with a layer of material like wood chips or leaves to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature

She mulches her flower beds with wood chips to conserve moisture and prevent weed growth.

a tool that has a long handle with a broad curved metal end, used for moving snow, soil, etc.

He found a lightweight shovel useful for camping trips.

a gardening machine equipped with a rotating blade that is designed to cut the grass on lawns

The lawnmower started making a strange noise, so I had to take it to the repair shop.

a brownish substance, often found under the ground or in regions with wet climate, formed by plants dying and becoming buried, that once added to the soil, can enhance its quality and help plants grow faster

The gardener used peat to improve the soil’s ability to hold water during dry spells.

decayed leaves, plants, or other organic waste turned into a mixture that can improve the soil's quality and productivity once added to it

In early spring, Maria spread a two-inch layer of compost over her raised beds to boost vegetable yields.

a type of scissors used for trimming and pruning plants, featuring a sharp blade and spring mechanism for cutting through stems and branches

She used pruning shears to cut back the overgrown branches of the rose bush.

a pesticide used to control and kill rodents, such as rats and mice, and can come in the form of baits, traps, or poisons

The farmer used rodenticide to control the rat population in the barn.

a protective glove worn during gardening or yard work to prevent cuts and scratches and provide a better grip while handling tools and plants

She wore her garden gloves while planting new flowers in the backyard.

a device used to apply pesticides or other chemicals to plants or surfaces to control or eliminate pests or diseases

She carefully filled the pesticide sprayer with a mixture of chemicals before spraying her garden.

a tool used for creating defined edges along garden beds, walkways, and other landscaped areas

After mowing the grass, she used a garden edger to tidy up the edges of the garden.

a small, hard object produced by a fruit or vegetable that can grow into a new one

The gardener planted the seeds in rows to ensure they have enough space to grow.

a tool used to remove weeds and other unwanted plants from gardens and flower beds

The gardener used a garden weeder to remove the stubborn weeds growing between the flowers.

a small hand-held gardening tool used for loosening soil, removing weeds, and cultivating around plants in tight spaces

She used the hand cultivator to loosen the soil around the plants in the flower bed.

a strong hand tool with a flat blade, used for digging or moving soil

sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment)

an object with two handles and one wheel, used for carrying things

He filled the wheelbarrow with soil for the garden.

a tool used to apply liquid fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and other solutions to plants and garden beds

I used the garden sprayer to water all the flowers in the backyard.

a chemical substance or agent that is used to kill or control insects that can cause harm to humans, crops, animals, and structures

The gardener sprayed insecticide on the rose bushes to protect them from aphids.

an electrical, handheld gardening tool for cutting grass or weed, used as an alternative for larger machines, such as lawnmower

He used a strimmer to tidy up the edges of the lawn after mowing.

a tool used for planting bulbs, such as tulips, daffodils, and other spring-flowering bulbs

She used a bulb planter to quickly dig holes for the daffodils in her garden.

an area of scenery visible in a single view

The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise.

a area of ground that provides the essential needs for seeds to grow and develop into young plants before they are moved to another place

The gardener prepared a seedbed in the corner of the garden to grow new flowers.

a tool that sprays a fine mist of chemicals to control pests and insects

The gardener used a fogger to control the mosquito problem in the backyard.

a motorized gardening tool with a high-speed air nozzle used for blowing leaves and debris off lawns and other surfaces

I used the leaf blower to clear the driveway after the storm.

a hand-held cutting and pruning tool used for gardening tasks such as digging, cutting, and pruning

He used a garden knife to carefully trim the overgrown roots.

to decrease something such as size or cost, to make it more efficient, economical, or manageable

Faced with financial challenges, the company had to cut back on its workforce.

to cut through something at its base in order to make it fall

The lumberjacks had to cut down the old oak tree to clear space for the new construction project.

to remove earth or another substance using a tool, machine, or hands

The archaeologist used a shovel to dig for ancient artifacts.

a piece of land where flowers, trees, and other plants are grown

He often invites friends over for outdoor gatherings in his garden.

a morally or legally wrong act, usually bribery, done to gain an advantage or support

The politician was arrested for graft after accepting bribes in exchange for government contracts.

to get larger and taller and become an adult over time

Our puppy will grow into a big dog one day.

a living thing that grows in ground or water, usually has leaves, stems, flowers, etc.

The gardener watered the plant every morning.

a container which is round, deep, and typically made of metal, used for cooking

She stirred the soup gently in the large pot on the stove.

to cut grass, wheat, etc. with a gardening machine or handheld tools, such as a scythe

Every weekend, he spends time mowing the lawn to keep it well-manicured.

to plant seeds by scattering them on the ground

She sows tomato seeds in the garden every spring for a fresh harvest.

to uproot or relocate someone or something

The company decided to transplant its headquarters to a more tranquil suburban location.

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on.

a long pole with a cutting blade or saw at the end, used for trimming high branches or foliage

The gardener used a pole pruner to trim the overgrown branches high up in the tree.

a flat, rectangular blade with a sharp edge, used for cutting through roots, edging, and digging in hard or compacted soil

The worker used a square point shovel to scoop up the gravel and move it into the wheelbarrow.

a rounded blade, used for digging and moving loose materials like soil, gravel, and sand

He used a round point shovel to dig a hole for the new tree.

used to refer to a plant or tree that is currently producing new foliage

After the long winter, the cherry trees finally came into leaf, adorning the branches with their delicate pink blossoms.