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If leafy greens quake in fear when they see you coming, you're in the right place.

Promising review: "I enjoy having plants, but I have no green thumb. I tend to kill my plants by accident because I never know what I’m doing with them. But I still have like 10 in my house cause I do love plants.

"I never use fertilizer or plant food, and have been skeptical whether they actually work. Well, some of my houseplants seemed like they weren’t doing well, so I bought these cheap sticks, deciding to give it a shot... and THEY WORK! My plants thrived, and even started flowering after being dormant for several years! I was SHOCKED!!! I’m now a huge believer in these and buy them regularly! Highly recommend!" —Michigan Mom

Get it from Amazon for $11.20+ (available in two packs, 12 packs, or a case)

Promising reviews: "I don’t have a green thumb and wish I had this a long time ago! Just in the first few weeks my plants are thriving!" —Rosey8

"Unfortunately, I don’t have a green thumb and have struggled to keep my plants alive. However, after attending a plant care class, I learned about this product as a must-have for healthier plants. Since using it, I no longer overwater and my plants are thriving! It’s incredibly easy to use and takes the guesswork out of watering." —Glenn

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising reviews: "My plants love this soil and they’re thriving in it. I don’t have a green thumb whatsoever, but this soil makes it seem like I do." —Jenny D

"This potting mix worked great for my indoor plants. The texture is light and drains well without holding too much water, which is something I always worry about with indoor pots. It was easy to work with, not overly dusty, and my plant settled into it right away. After repotting, my plant looked healthy and perky instead of stressed. I also like that it is made specifically for indoor use, so I feel more confident using it inside my home. I would definitely buy this again and recommend it to anyone with houseplants. Also great deal for the price!" —Stephanie

Get six quarts from Amazon for $17.55+ (available in two sizes and two and three packs).

Promising reviews: "My Monsteras are loving this light, and the timer function is a huge plus. You can also dim the lights if they are too bright, as well as have only two out of the four lights going if you so choose. Overall, I really like this light set, and the stand is nice too because I don't have to clip the lights onto a surface." —Bri

"I'm killing far fewer plants! Firstly, I'm not a gardener. I'm probably more of a bane to plants than a caretaker. I've killed way more than I'd like to admit, but this has really helped me! I use this on a large shelf with succulents that I have set up in the background in my home office for conference calls. I really like having the plants, and this dramatically improved my ability to keep them alive. I'm sure there are better units, but with my limited knowledge, I settled on this, and it's worked really well. For what it's worth, as a recovering plant killer, I would recommend it to others." —CottamCrew

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in three wattages).

Promising review: "AMAZING!! I thought I had a killer thumb instead of a green thumb. Turns out, my babies just needed more light! I set these on 12-hour timers, and they are spot on: 7 a.m., they turn on, and at 7 p.m., they turn off. I've had this tree for over a year, and it lost all of its leaves and was just the stump; after two weeks under this, it began to grow leaves again. I've bought six of these lights, and I will buy more in the future for my future plants!!" —Moriah

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two colors and in one-, two-, or three-packs).

Promising reviews: "I do NOT have a green thumb and manage to kill ALL of my plants. For the last five years, I have used these for my indoor plants, and they’re still alive! The plant releases carbon dioxide and pulls the amount of water it needs to be nourished! This makes indoor plants foolproof! It’s also wonderful for when you’re going out of town for a few weeks — none of your plants will die if you fill it up before you go!" —Labellephysiquefitness

"Love these! They make keeping plants alive painless! I was struggling with my peace lily until I added one of these. Love the iridescent color." —Wild Roots & Co

Get them from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in packs of two, three, four, and six).

The kit also includes a planting guide, a seed spoon, a ruler, and a dibbler tool to help you dig seed holes. 

Promising reviews: "Love this thing! I have been gardening for a while, and this takes all of the guesswork out of spacing. I used this for the first time this spring using the planting chart/guide, and it has worked out perfectly. I have had little to no weeds (I mean, come on, you're gonna get some weeds). Planting per the Seed Square will, for the most part, choke out the weeds while promoting growth for the plants. I even used this to plant growing plants, and not just seeds. Just put the square on the ground, used the stick to mark the spot, and dug a hole where it was marked. Simple enough. Would highly recommend. Super easy!" —Jennifer Geisel

"I'm not much of a green thumb, but I bought a $700 Vegepod and wanted to make sure I didn't overcrowd everything. This device is super simple in its design, but also very elegant, and makes planting the seeds foolproof. Well worth the $20 or whatever it was." —L

Promising reviews: "I love gardening, but I’m getting older now and weeding is backbreaking work… until I bought this product. It works like a charm; it grabs onto the rootstock, and you simply leverage it out of the ground, root and all. The other end of the lever works well too, like the claw of a hammer; it grabs onto smaller weeds and lifts them out of the ground. Now I can weed a large area in less than half the time without breaking my back…👍" —Michael D. Kutras

"My thumb has been every color except for green. I highly recommend this product. It’s sturdy and easy to use. I’ve never pulled a weed in my life. This product makes it fun and easy! So happy with my purchase!" –Comer1434

Promising review: "I've tried growing a garden several times in the past with varying levels of success. The biggest issue I have had has been consistent watering. I live in the desert, and so consistent watering is key, but I just didn't have the time to keep up on it as needed. This year, I decided to get a timer and hook it up to a soaker hose for the garden. This was super easy to set up — the only issue was that the valve was stuck and wouldn't open initially. I called customer service, and they said to activate and deactivate manual mode 5–10 times and see if that would get the valve unstuck. I didn't think it would work, but I decided to give it a try, and it worked! It's working well to water my garden without having to think about it at all! It's super easy to set up with a straightforward control panel, and it fits perfectly with the hose bib and the hose. Definitely recommend!" —DarthTopher

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in metal or plastic).

Promising reviews: "I bought this Rachio 3 because I need remote control of my irrigation system. I did research, and Rachio 3 came to the top of the list. My old one is a Hunter, which is ok but not Wi-Fi controllable. Plus, it is hard to schedule different watering schedules at the same time. The Rachio 3 is really smart and very user-friendly. It will skip the water day if rainfall is in the forecast. I wish I had bought this unit years ago." —Turning Point 

"Smart irrigation controller for the ones without the green thumb! Fantastic piece of hardware. Wish the pairing and setup with Google Home were a bit more lucid. Works great as expected." —CG

Get it from Amazon for $199+ (available in two different models).

Promising review: "Could not be happier. Trying to grow vegetables this year, but last year proved to be a waste of time. We live in SC and the dirt is hard and red. Worst soil ever to grow fruits in. Bought two raised beds and purchased enough soil to fill the raised bed and my garden looks like a wonderful place for my plants. Less weeds, no dogs or cats. Very happy with the purchase. Let’s hope my thumb turned green." —JUDY T

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in three sizes, five colors, and two packs).

Promising reviews: "Used Scott’s Ez Seeds for pet-damaged dead patches in my yard, and I’m very happy with the results. Highly recommend for non-green thumbs like me. It works!!! 🥳😝" —Christine E

"Huge dead spot from the dog. Same spot for a year. And within a week of using this, there were little sprouts of grass coming back. Now, a few weeks later, it’s all been filled in! Highly recommend this product." —Mallory Nielson

Promising review: "I do not have a green thumb, but really wanted to grow my own herbs. I was pleasantly surprised to see growth after the first week of planting. Definitely recommend if you want an easy indoor herb garden!" —Shanna Walker

Get it from Amazon for $61.20+ (available in five colors and the original Harvest model)

Promising reviews: "I LOVE THIS PRODUCT! Where has this BEEN all of my life?!? I used this originally as a recommendation from a friend to help my plants survive when I go away on vacation. Then, I started using it in my outdoor plants and beds, too, as it helps during the high heat of the Carolinas to keep the plants hydrated in the heat, without daily watering. The little gummy beads swell up and store water, and release into the plant as the plant needs them (make sure to follow the instructions — and a little goes a long way)." —Kristen in NC

"Works pretty well and helps my lack of a green thumb. Just be sure to monitor the amount of crystals you put in, because even with their directions, it still takes a little guess and check to get it right." —Kristie

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in one-, two-, and five packs).

Promising reviews: "Purchased the 10-gallon bags. This was my first time successfully growing anything! To be fair, I don’t have a green thumb. I planted potatoes in two of the bags, and they grew! I would recommend these bags." —Veronica

"I wish I knew about these before. I've always bought traditional planting pots for growing. Traditional pots cost more and do not let your plants grow as well. The info says these 5-gallon sacks let the roots grow more efficiently and allow the soil to breathe and water to hydrate the plant better. I am not a green thumb by any means, and gave these a shot, mainly due to price. They really work. My plants took quicker, grew taller, and looked much healthier by harvest time. All for a fraction of the cost... 5 stars of awesomeness!" —Paul

Get them from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two colors and 10 sizes).

Promising reviews: "I used to suck at gardening until I found this stuff. All of my plants had been dying, and I had so much trouble getting them to grow. Once I started mixing a small amount of this in the water for all of my plants once a month, my plants literally EXPLODED INTO BEAUTIFUL PLANTS. I am SHOOK. MY PEPPER PLANT WENT FROM GROWING ONLY ONE PEPPER TO SIX over four months!! Super easy to use and honestly super affordable, and I'll be using this forever." —Traci h

"I’ve been using this product for several months, and so far I’ve had success with my plant starts, except when I forgot to water them. This is the first rooting hormone I’ve ever used, and to me it’s been well worth the purchase. I don’t have a green thumb, so I’m happy to have this product." —Leota

Get it from Amazon for $10.78+ (available in a two- and 12-pack).

Promising reviews: "This tray is sturdy and the perfect size for new gardeners or for gardeners who have a smaller garden. Even established gardeners can take advantage of this space-saving tray. Seeds all grow at different rates, and you should be planting the seeds at the right time so they are ready to transplant outside. Once you plant the seeds, you should not take the dome off until about 50% of the seeds have germinated or popped through the soil. You also shouldn’t have to water again if you watered properly at planting time until those sprouts pop out. So this means that anything you plant in a tray should all be expected to pop through the soil at about the same time, or you run the risk of overwatering or removing the dome too soon. These smaller trays will help solve all those problems and make things much easier for you. It makes planting the seeds more manageable." —Lexi

"The value was really great for the product you get. My plants grew within about two weeks of use (tomatoes and sunflowers), and my peppers are starting to grow as well after about three weeks. It's easy to use, easy to put together, and easy to adjust for humidity. I do not have a green thumb at all, but this made me think maybe I do after all." —S.C.

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six and 12-cell versions). 

Promising reviews: "I absolutely love these pruning shears! They cut cleanly and effortlessly, even through thicker stems, and the blades stay sharp much longer than I expected. The grip makes them super comfortable to use, even during longer yard-work sessions. I also appreciate the easy locking mechanism for safe storage. If you want a reliable, durable pair of pruning shears that make gardening feel easier and more enjoyable, Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears are a perfect choice!" —Kathy

"This is exactly what I was looking for. I'm not a major green thumb, but I bought some new hydrangeas that require constant attention (deadheading and pruning). These are easy to lock, and the blades are nice and sharp. Highly recommended." —Tony F

Get it from Amazon for $12.98 (also available in six other options)

Promising reviews: "Light, easy to use for pruning my trees, but sturdy. Pruning is effortless. So well-engineered. I can't recommend these enough. And they're affordable. My favorite garden tool now. I don't like heavy tools that I can't maneuver or hurt my hands. This is perfect." —Patsy

"I'm no green thumb, but this thing 100% exceeded my expectations and cut through branches like butter. Priced right too. Def a good lopper." —Excel

Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in seven styles).

Promising reviews: "I purchased it for my mother as a gift, and I absolutely love the product. Huge variety and very affordable price! The package looks great, and each seed bag is individually labeled along with a QR that takes you directly to all the information you need pertaining to that type of vegetable. Love it." —V. G

"Great for beginners. I used these for my first garden. They were easy to use, and they germinate quickly! So excited for my first harvest." —Bethany

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available with 20, 25, 40, 55 or 75 different types of seeds)

Promising review: "It has been so hard trying to find ways to add plants to my house when I have so little sunlight coming in. The few windows I have are in places of high traffic, and you can’t really put plants in those areas. I never knew something like this existed, and it’s perfect, and still allows me to easily see outside while I’m doing dishes and cleaning up the kitchen. It really helps make the place brighter and happier." —Gina L

Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in two-, three-, or four-tier shelf options, and multipacks). 

Promising reviews: "This is my favorite indoor plant food. It's quick, easy, and not messy. I usually water my plants and let them drain, then give them a squirt of this before the soil dries out too much. It even helps my indoor plants continue to grow in the off-season. I was also able to rejuvenate many of my mom's neglected plants with the help of this fertilizer. I use the blooming plant and succulent versions also." —Ms.Stella M.

"Suddenly, I decided to buy a few (six) houseplants and keep them in my kitchen where the sun shines each morning. At first, I thought I would probably just forget to water them, they would all die, and that would be the end of that! But NO! They lived! I can't say it's because I have a green thumb. Nope, it's because I bought Miracle-Gro plant fertilizer for houseplants. This stuff is the bomb! Use the Miracle-Gro houseplant fertilizer, and you won't be seeing your pretty little plants die before your eyes!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $18.82+ (available in two-, three-, and six-packs, and as part of a bundle).

Promising review: "Great planters, very easy to use, and keep plants alive and well. I am terrible at keeping plants alive, and I have had these for over a year, and all the plants are thriving. Just let it get near empty and top it off. The only small negatives I can think of are that the little blue marker is small and hard to read sometimes. Definitely must buy for non-green thumbs." —OrigJoker

Get a set of three from Amazon for $26.88 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "I have killed cactus and succulents before, but I still have a goal of having a garden. I figured I would start from scratch with seeds and see how I do… well, for a previous plant killer, I say I’m doing pretty well, and I have to give credit where credit is due. This thing is awesome! It has 12 seed spots, so I went all in, and 6/12 have sprouted. They’re not all doing amazing (need to move to a less sunny spot cause it’s burning my little sprouts), but honestly, from killing live plants before to giving some life, I think that says something. It has a draining hole that definitely comes in handy, and I love how easy it was to build. I have the same brand storage benches, and nothing has let me down so far." —Yesenia Vargas

Promising review: "SO helpful. I am no green thumb, so I found this product to help me not make such a mess, and it was awesome and worked like a charm!" —Joel

Get it from Amazon for $6.69+ (available in five sizes and four colors)

Promising reviews: "I am no gardener, but I bought some bulbs and needed something to plant them with. This worked perfectly and did the job I needed it to do." —April Gail

"Saves a lot of time. It’s easy to use and takes the guesswork out of the depth of the hole. It has markings to tell you how many inches deep the hole is. Also has a release button to allow the dirt plug to drop out easily." —LP

Promising reviews: "Let’s be real — I’m no green thumb, but this shovel works great. Does the job. Lightweight but durable." —kaela

"Had to replace my wife's old trowel that I bent while using. This trowel is built strong like a tank and worth every penny. Comfortable grip and well-suited for someone like me that uses it often and with force." —Jack Bronski

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