How to Clean and Care for Your Garden Tools in 8 Easy Steps

After multiple seasons of gardening wear and tear, it's time to give your beloved tools a good scrub-down. Here's what you'll need to get the job done: gardening gloves, putty knife, steel wool, 3 1/2 gallon plastic bucket, 1 Tbsp. dish soap, 2 cups bleach, 1 cup vegetable oil, 5 oz. can lighter fluid, all-purpose play sand, bleach-free disinfecting wipes, old towels, garden hose

Using a powerful garden hose, knock the dirt off and go after any stubborn caked-on dirt with a putty knife.

If your tools have any rust, give those areas a good scrub with steel wool.

Dab a bit of lighter fluid onto a cloth and wipe the tools to remove sap.