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Make the most of your tools and talents: articles, profiles, how-to guides, and more from the staff of Garrett Wade.

Ten Tips for Fall Gardening

By Tara Austen Weaver

Fall gardening is a bit of a misnomer—instead of doing most of the gardening in the fall, a fall garden needs to be planted in late summer (mid-July into August). Plants need those w… Read More

Gardening

How to Create the Perfect Soil | Garrett Wade |Soil Recipe

By Garrett Wade

Starting From Seeds: Grow More Plants, Save Some GreenOur Soil RecipeAt Garrett Wade, we can teach you how to make your own homemade planting medium. When you choose our soil recipe, you can customize… Read More

The Importance of Soil

By Garrett Wade

Home gardeners and professionals alike know that crop failure, pest damage, and poor soil conditions can be major challenges, but no matter the scale of your growing area, the solution is the same:… Read More

A Blog About Gardening, Cooking, Design & More

A thriving home garden can adds to your life in so many ways: beautifying your surroundings, providing fresh, trustworthy food for your family, even potentially raising the value of your property. Our blog has plenty of articles and tips to get the most out of your gardening time and tools, from soil prep to planting to harvesting—and then we’ll help you make the most of your bounty, whether you’re preparing fresh salsa or arranging freshly cut flowers. From DIY repairs to the garden, explore our blog and learn with us!

A Blog About Woodworking, Repairs, and DIY Everything

If any one thing defines a Garrett Wade customer, it’s the do-it-yourself spirit. We provide the tools to make or repair just about anything you can think of, and our blog is an invaluable resource when it comes to woodworking, home improvement, crafting, and so much more. Need a new tool but don’t know which version to get? We break down the differences. Want to get the most out of a new tool? We’ve got step-by-step tutorials to help you perfect your technique. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a seasoned pro, we’re sure you’ll learn something new here.

About Garrett Wade

Garrett Wade has been making, sourcing, and selling top-quality tools and more since 1975. Our customers are passionate about woodworking, gardening, cooking and baking, home improvement, and the DIY ethos of making and fixing—and so are we. With a dedication to small, family-run businesses and an eye for craftsmanship and quality, we take tremendous pride in connecting makers with the best possible tools for the job at hand. We stand by everything we sell, and everything we carry is backed by a 90-day money-back guarantee.