Good Hunting: Spring Things

John Lawton

These handsome garden tools from PKS aren’t just for looks. Handcrafted from hardworking bronze, they are also lighter than many iron or steel versions and naturally rustproof, and they improve soil quality to boot (clockwise from top left: shovel, $198; short-handled hoe, $69; long-handled hoe, $96; rake, $118; weeder, $44; harleyfarms.com). Tie on this embroidered linen apron by Coral & Tusk to keep dirt off of clean duds. The fabric gets softer with wear ($90; coral
andtusk.com).

John Lawton

Artifact Bag Co.’s waxed-canvas and leather tool tote has plenty of pockets to hold essentials ($155; artifactbags.com), like these durable Deck Towel outdoor throws ($135–$200; decktowel.com).

John Lawton

Made of rich, soft goatskin, these leather gloves from Womanswork are supple enough to allow movement but tough enough to protect hands from calluses and cuts ($28; womanswork.com).

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Equal parts stylish and comfortable, these lightweight Anjou boots by Le Chameau hit at mid-calf—ideal for yard work or a walk in the woods ($125; www.lechameauusa.com for stores).

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Throw-and-grow Seed Bombs will produce a riot of wildflowers—no green thumb necessary ($14 for set of two; uncommongoods.com). Tend thirsty seedlings with this refined, vintage-inspired Haws watering can from Terrain ($148; shopterrain.com).

John Lawton

The rustic patina of this vintage mid-century pushcart from Terrain—once used at London’s Chelsea Flower Market—makes it a stylish alternative to the traditional wheelbarrow. Put it to work, or stash it on the porch as a chic display for seasonal blooms ($1,400; 610-459-2400).