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Home and Garden - Gardening

Here you will learn some English words related to gardening such as "fertilizer", ""rake, and "shovel".

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allotment
allotment
[noun]

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

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fertilizer

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

Ex: The gardener added fertilizer to the soil to help the plants grow strong and healthy. 
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ax
ax
[noun]

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

Ex: He used an ax to chop firewood for the winter. 
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growbag
growbag
[noun]

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

Ex: I planted some tomatoes in a growbag because there is no space in the garden. 
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cane
cane
[noun]

a long, thin, stiff stem of certain plants, such as bamboo or sugarcane, often used to support other plants or as material for objects

Ex: Gardeners tied tomato plants to canes. 
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fork
fork
[noun]

a gardening tool with a handle and three or four sharp points, used for digging or moving hay

Ex: The fork's tines were perfect for breaking up compacted dirt. 
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hedge trimmer

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

Ex: The electric hedge trimmer made cutting through thick branches much faster. 
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hoe
hoe
[noun]

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

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manure
manure
[noun]

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

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weed
weed
[noun]

any wild and unwanted plant that may harm the process of growth in a farm or garden

Ex: After a few weeks of neglect, the garden was overrun with weeds, so she spent the afternoon pulling them out. 
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rake
rake
[noun]

a gardening tool with metal teeth attached to a long wooden handle, primarily used for gathering dead leaves or marking a spot on the ground

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mulch
mulch
[noun]

a protective layer of decaying leaves or compost that is spread over or around a plant to improve the quality of the soil, stop weeds from growing, or to provide protection for the plant's base and its roots

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shovel
shovel
[noun]

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

Ex: He found a lightweight shovel useful for camping trips. 
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lawnmower
lawnmower
[noun]

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

Ex: The lawnmower started making a strange noise, so I had to take it to the repair shop. 
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peat
peat
[noun]

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

Ex: The gardener used peat to improve the soil’s ability to hold water during dry spells. 
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compost
compost
[noun]

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

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

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

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

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

Ex: The farmer used rodenticide to control the rat population in the barn. 
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garden glove

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

Ex: She wore her garden gloves while planting new flowers in the backyard. 
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pesticide sprayer

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

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

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

Ex: After mowing the grass, she used a garden edger to tidy up the edges of the garden. 
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seed
seed
[noun]

a small living part of a plant that when put in the ground, grows into a new one

Ex: The gardener carefully planted seeds in the fertile soil, eager to watch them grow into vibrant flowers. 
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garden weeder

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

Ex: The gardener used a garden weeder to remove the stubborn weeds growing between the flowers. 
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hand cultivator

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

Ex: She used the hand cultivator to loosen the soil around the plants in the flower bed. 
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spade
spade
[noun]

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

Ex: He dug a hole with a spade in the garden. 
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patch
patch
[noun]

a small plot of land that is used for growing a particular type of crops or plants

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wheelbarrow

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

Ex: He filled the wheelbarrow with soil for the garden. 
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garden sprayer

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

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

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

Ex: The gardener sprayed insecticide on the rose bushes to protect them from aphids. 
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strimmer
strimmer
[noun]

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

Ex: He used a strimmer to tidy up the edges of the lawn after mowing. 
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bulb planter

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

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

the process of modifying the visible features of an area of land, such as adding plants, changing the terrain, or constructing structures, to improve its aesthetic appeal or make it more functional

Ex: The new homeowners hired a company to handle the landscaping of their backyard. 
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seedbed
seedbed
[noun]

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

Ex: The gardener prepared a seedbed in the corner of the garden to grow new flowers. 
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fogger
fogger
[noun]

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

Ex: The gardener used a fogger to control the mosquito problem in the backyard. 
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leaf blower

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

Ex: I used the leaf blower to clear the driveway after the storm. 
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garden knife

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

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

to make decayed leaves, plants, or other organic waste into a mixture that can improve the soil's quality to help plants grow more quickly

Ex: She composts kitchen scraps and yard waste to create nutrient-rich soil for her garden. 
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to cut back

to cut off the top parts of a tree, bush, or other plant to either reduce their size or help them grow

Ex: The gardener advised cutting back the rose bushes in early spring to stimulate new growth. 
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to cut down

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

Ex: The lumberjacks had to cut down the old oak tree to clear space for the new construction project. 
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to dig
to dig
[Verb]

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

Ex: The archaeologist used a shovel to dig for ancient artifacts. 
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to garden
to garden
[Verb]

to cultivate and nurture plants in an outdoor space, either as a job or hobby

Ex: She gardens in her backyard, growing vegetables and flowers for her family. 
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to graft
to graft
[Verb]

to cut and join a piece of a living plant to another plant so that it can continue growing from there

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to grow
to grow
[Verb]

to cause a plant to develop and give fruit or flowers

Ex: She grows beautiful roses in her garden. 
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to hoe
to hoe
[Verb]

to break up the surface of the ground, remove weeds, etc. using a gardening tool with a thin metal blade attached to a long handle

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to manure
to manure
[Verb]

to apply solid waste from animals or plants to a piece of land in order to enhance the quality of its soil and help plants grow ever more quickly

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to plant
to plant
[Verb]

to put a seed, plant, etc. in the ground to grow

Ex: Each spring, the community comes together to plant flowers in the town square. 
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to pot
to pot
[Verb]

to place a plant in a container, made of plastic or clay, filled with fertilized soil

Ex: She decided to pot the new herbs and place them on the kitchen windowsill. 
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to rake
to rake
[Verb]

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

Ex: He rakes the soil in the garden to prepare it for planting. 
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to mow
to mow
[Verb]

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

Ex: Every weekend, he spends time mowing the lawn to keep it well-manicured. 
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to mulch
to mulch
[Verb]

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

Ex: She mulches her flower beds with wood chips to conserve moisture and prevent weed growth. 
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to shovel
to shovel
[Verb]

to use a rounded blade attached to a long handle to dig or move earth

Ex: Gardeners shovel soil into flower beds for planting. 
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to sow
to sow
[Verb]

to plant seeds by scattering them on the ground

Ex: She sows tomato seeds in the garden every spring for a fresh harvest. 
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to transplant

to remove a plant from its original place and replant it somewhere else

Ex: Gardeners often transplant young seedlings from the nursery to the garden beds for better growth and spacing. 
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to water
to water
[Verb]

to pour water on the ground to make plants grow in it

Ex: After planting the seeds, be sure to water them regularly. 
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to seed
to seed
[Verb]

to spread small plant parts over soil to start their growth

Ex: She seeds the garden beds with flower seeds in the spring for a colorful display. 
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pole pruner

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

Ex: The gardener used a pole pruner to trim the overgrown branches high up in the tree. 
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square point shovel

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

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

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

Ex: He used a round point shovel to dig a hole for the new tree. 
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(in|into) leaf
in leaf
[phrase]

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

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