No Shed, No Problem – 16 Collapsible Tools Every Townhouse and Apartment Gardener Needs for Space-Saving Storage

These tools and accessories flatten down when you're not using them

The Cut: Collapsible garden tools
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When you're short on storage space every square inch counts, so finding a home for all your gardening tools can be challenging. This is especially true if you don't have a shed or garage and have to sacrifice indoor space. Enter, collapsible gardening tools.

You'll be surprised to discover just how many essential gardening tools come in a collapsible, foldable form. From this pruning multi-tool from Amazon which has everything you need for tending to plants, to this expandable garden hose from Walmart which takes up less space than a standard design.

Beyond traditional garden tools, there are plenty of space-saving garden accessories on the market. I love this garden stool set from Lowe's which folds up after use, and this pretty floral garden tote bag from Walmart makes it easy to carry around all of your tools before neatly putting it away in a cupboard. This potting mat from IKEA also deserves a special mention, keeping your patio, balcony, or kitchen floor mess-free when repotting indoor and outdoor plants alike.

The thing I'm perhaps most impressed by is the range of collapsible growing accessories. Take this A-frame trellis from Walmart, for example, which can be used to grow tomatoes and cucumbers and then flattened to store over winter

So, no matter what's left on your summer gardening checklist, don't let limited space stop you from getting the tools you need to bring your dream garden to life – these 16 collapsible gardening tools will take away your storage crisis.

It doesn't matter if you have collapsible gardening tools or traditional ones, it's super important to keep on top of cleaning your gardening tools after use. This is essential for stopping the spread of pests and diseases between your plants, and keeps your tools in top condition for longer.

You might also want to read out guide on how to buy good gardening tools, so you can make clever purchases and not have to buy replacements after just a few years.

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Tenielle Jordison
Tenielle Jordison
Gardens Content Editor

Tenielle is a Gardens Content Editor at Homes & Gardens. She holds a qualification in MA Magazine Journalism and has over six years of journalistic experience. Before coming to Homes & Gardens, Tenielle was in the editorial department at the Royal Horticultural Society and worked on The Garden magazine. As our in-house houseplant expert, Tenielle writes on a range of solutions to houseplant problems, as well as other 'how to' guides, inspiring garden projects, and the latest gardening news. When she isn't writing, Tenielle can be found propagating her ever-growing collection of indoor plants, helping others overcome common houseplant pests and diseases, volunteering at a local gardening club, and attending gardening workshops, like a composting masterclass.