The best things grow from humble beginnings. Great gardens and great products share a common root: a love for nurturing something special.
And that’s true of what we’re spotlighting in this week’s issue. We’re digging into tools, games, and gear that can help you cultivate not just a thriving garden but a sense of cool that’s uniquely yours. Because gardening isn’t just about growth, it’s about cultivating cool.
Snip it in the Bud
| Product: PRUNING SHEARS | Brand: NIWAKI |
Stella felt a shiver go down her spine the first time the pruner blades closed. She wasn’t just cutting branches; she was sculpting air. The perfect set of pruners didn’t exist—until now. This wasn’t just gardening; it was a craft. With each smooth snip, Stella felt a transformation. Dense shrubs became airy clouds, and the garden became her canvas. The neighbors stopped to admire, commenting on her artistic touch. Stella smiled, a glint of Japanese steel in her pocket, and whispered, “Thank the tools.”
About Niwaki
Niwaki is a lifestyle brand inspired by Japanese culture and artistry that sells garden tools, kitchen knives, and other gear dedicated to gardeners and craftsmen to inspire them to do what they love.
Shall we play a game?
| Product: STRATEGY GAME | Brand: VICIOUS GARDENS |
The setting sun cast long shadows across the garden, but Stella wasn’t fooled by the peaceful facade. The gnomes were vying for control of her zucchinis and heirloom tomatoes again, their beady eyes filled with mischief. But tonight it was game on. She’d show them who the real Master Gardener was. Time to get down and dirty and put those gnomes in their place.
About Vicious Gardens
Vicious Gardens is a Kickstarter project created by Ross Bruggink, a designer, illustrator, and novice gardener. Ross is the co-founder and creative director of buddy-buddy.co
Farewell to Arms
| Product: PROTECTION SLEEVES | Brand: FARMER’S DEFENSE |
The sun scorched down, promising the sting of sunburn later. Stella knew her fair skin was no match for the sun, thorny vines, or unruly rose bushes. But that didn’t stop her from doing what she loved. Instead, she protected her arms with lightweight sleeves that were kind to her skin and the Earth. Not only was she cool, but she looked cool, too.
About Farmer’s Defense
Farmer’s Defense is a company that sells protective gear for farmers including sun protection products, work aprons, and sleeves. The company was founded by farmers and is designed to help growers work in comfort.
Ok Bloomer
| Product: ORGANIC GROW KIT | Brand: ARBER |
Grandpa always swore by his DDT and Roundup. “You’ve gotta choke those sonsabitch weeds out with the hard stuff. You kids with your dungarees and rock ‘n’ roll music are soft and lazy!” But Stella’s garden wasn’t a battlefield, it was an ecosystem and she knew a different way was possible. “OK Bloomer,” she thought, watching her garden flourish with organic biologicals.
About Arber
At Arber, every plot counts. They provide the tools, products, and education that any gardener needs to nurture their plants. Their mission is that together, gardeners can grow a better world.
Mucking About
| Product: RUBBER CLOGS | Brand: SEAVEES |
The soil steamed after the downpour, but Stella barely noticed. Her feet were puddle-proof and bone-dry. There’s no need to shed CROCodile tears over a footwear faux pas when every step she takes is effortless. Don’t mind the mud; with these shoes, she’s unstoppable.
About SeaVees
SeaVees is a sneaker brand that combines the comfort of a sneaker with the versatility of a clog. SeaVees shoes are batch-made in small production runs to maintain the brand’s renowned quality and comfort.
