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My Tried & Tested Gardening Tools & Essentials

bySushma ReddyAvailable online and for home visits in BengaluruStarts from₹1,200 per 60-min sessionView full gallery

Starting a garden doesn't mean buying everything in the store. Here are the simple, effective tools and organic essentials that I personally use on my terrace every single day.

Here is a solution for growing your fruits and veggies the healthy, organic way. I use Adhunik Amritayan and Kavach, an organic pesticide, to improve yield and protect my plants from pests without harming pollinators.

Enjoying the fruits of my labor with fresh lemon juice sweetened with raw honey from Akshaya Kalpa. It is a wonderful way to connect with nature and appreciate organic food.

If you are new to gardening, Amazon has some great essentials to get you started. These Ugaoo indoor plants are beginner-friendly and low maintenance.

You can shop for all your gardening essentials on Amazon to make your space bloom. I often find great deals on plants, tools, and pots there.

I made the switch from buying spices to growing my own, like this black pepper, to avoid adulteration. It is a great shift towards self-sufficiency and healthier choices, inspired by my friends at Akshaya Kalpa.

These solar lights from the Amazon Prime Day sale are a great addition to the garden. They make the space look beautiful at night without any electricity.

Let me walk you through the essential gardening tools from Farmgokart and how to use them, from trowels and rakes for soil work to pruners and spray guns for plant care.

I recently visited Akshayakalpa farms and learned so much about their organic and sustainable composting methods. This video shares how they convert farm and kitchen waste into nutrient-rich compost.

For healthy plant growth, proper nutrients are required. I use a range of organic fertilizers from Farmgokart, including neem cake powder, bio potash, and epsom salt.

I am very impressed with the quality of these grow bags and seeds from Farmgokart. The grow bags come in various sizes, and the seeds have shown excellent germination.

About My Gardening Tools & Recommendations

People often ask me for a massive shopping list, but the truth is you really don’t need much to start. I’ve spent time experimenting with various planters, and I’ve realized that investing in a high-quality, lightweight potting mix or breathable grow bags is far more impactful for your plant's health than buying expensive decorative pots. Before you buy anything, let's talk about what your specific balcony light conditions actually require.

Tested in my own terrace garden. — Approved by the tribe

Sushma Reddy

Available online and for home visits in BengaluruStarts from ₹1,200 per 60-min session

Hi, I’m Sushma. My terrace garden is my sanctuary, and everything you see here is something I’ve used in my own pots. I love finding simple, honest products that actually work, so you don’t have to go through the same frustrating trial-and-error I did.