To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Racine Sun asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Gardening Gifts
1) Root Slayer Carbon Steel Knife
Chop and saw roots with a garden knife that is guaranteed to last a lifetime. It’s a new take on the traditional Japanese hori knife and is crafted from strong, but lightweight carbon steel. The blade is shaped like an inverted V and is lined with 12 rip-saw teeth on one side and a knife edge on the other. Together, they make quick work of the roots you might encounter while gardening. This tough tool is guaranteed to last a lifetime, too.
2) Root Slayer Edger
Radius Garden: Root Slayer Edger - XL
3) All-Natural Tick Repellent
Non-toxic tick prevention for people which uses organic oils to ward off those stubborn pests. Castor, sesame, rosemary, citronella, and other oils work to keep ticks at bay without using any DEET, parabens, or harsh chemicals. Spray it on before you head outside. It works to help soothe bites and stings, too. Made in the USA.
4) Hori Hori Ultimate Tool with Sheath
This multi-tool is the perfect companion for all gardening adventures. Pound in stakes with the flat pommel base, measure planting depth with the handy inch marks, saw a branch or whittle some kindling with the rust-resistant, double-edged blade. The Hori Hori Ultimate Tool is built with a walnut handle and heat-treated, stainless steel body won’t be leaving your side anytime soon.
5) Seed Starter Kit
The Jonsteen Company: Seed Starter Kit - Flowering Cherry Bonsai Tree