It's intimidating to start something new, but having the right tools can be a big confidence booster for beginner gardeners or even fledgling plant parents, nurturing orchids or even cactus in their homes.
These suggestions are tried and true by experienced L.A. master gardener Yvonne Savio and yours truly, who has tried and discarded more tools than I'd like to name. These useful — and relatively inexpensive — items might just be the encouragement your budding gardener needs to succeed.
Houseplant stoneware planter
