but you might be better off buying gloves designed for heavy work or for tending to delicate seedlings, offering protection or dexterity as required. Take a deep dive into the best gardening ...

Cloth gloves can keep your hands warm in winter, and they're breathable in summer, but they're really only useful as gifts. They look good, but they aren't great for heavy-duty gardening.

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