When you don’t have room for a shed, it can be hard to find a home for all the gardening tools you’ve collected over time. Not only that, but keeping them organized can be a hassle, resulting in a tangled pile that isn’t so convenient for grabbing what you need – nor does it look great.
But there are actually plenty of backyard storage ideas for small spaces that work well for tools. This Amazon garden tool wall rack is one of the best for not only storing tools out of the way, but keeping them in a logical arrangement. It simply attaches to a wall and has hooks to hang up your tools, maximizing vertical space.
Of course, you want to make sure a wall mount is sturdy before trusting it to hold all your essential gardening tools. This Amazon one reassures me as reviewers share: ‘The heavy-duty quality allows me to store all of my landscape tools without any clutter.’ I particularly love that the hooks can be adjusted for the spacing and height you need for your specific tool set. Even better, it’s currently 10% off in the Labor Day sale, so now is the time to upgrade your tool storage.
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This heavy-duty tool organizer allows you to store tools vertically. It measures 48″ long with six hooks that can be adjusted for spacing and height. It can be attached to a wall and holds up to 480lbs.
Why Store Tools Vertically?
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Whether you opt for collapsible gardening tools or standard ones, hanging them up vertically is much more space-saving and organized than shoving them in a corner, where they may get damaged – especially if you don’t have a shed.
‘If you don’t have a shed or garage to store your tools in, then my biggest tip is to stop thinking about the floor space that you don’t have and start thinking about how you can use vertical space,’ says homesteader and DIYer from The Waddle and Cluck, Ryan Chastain.
‘Vertical space is the best option for small spaces. You could pick a small section of an interior wall, a covered porch, or even the back of a gate.
‘You can use simple rails and hooks to hang your tools. I hang long-handled tools like shovels and rakes instead of leaning them in the corner because they’re just going to fall over and become a tangled mess,’ he explains.
Even these sturdy individual hooks from Amazon would work well if you want to create a more bespoke arrangement than a rigid wall rack. Either way, you can then organize your tools by function or length, e.g. one hook for pruning tools, another for trowels.
Storing tools under cover is preferable, as it will protect them from the elements.
‘Moisture is going to cause rust, so it doesn’t matter how good your storage is if it’s just going to get wet,’ Ryan explains.
If needed, something like this narrow patio cabinet from Wayfair makes a great alternative. Or, move your tools indoors for fall and winter when you aren’t using them as frequently.
‘Before you store your tools away for the winter season, you need to clean them thoroughly, get all the soil off, and then make sure that they are dry, especially anything with a metal blade,’ Ryan advises.
Ryan works as a shop supervisor while channelling his resourceful, problem-solving mindset into homesteading life – woodworking, welding, restoring old cars, and building everything from garden trellises to duck coops. At Waddle and Cluck, Ryan brings the practical know-how and craftsmanship that keep the homestead running.
Why Shoppers Love the Amazon Organizer
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The Amazon garden tool wall rack seems like a good option for hooks to store your garden tools vertically. According to the reviews, it’s sturdy and has a good capacity.
‘[It’s a] heavy-duty and reliable storage solution for keeping tools neatly arranged. The steel construction feels solid and durable, and it holds a good amount of weight without bending or shifting,’ one five-star reviewer writes.
This Amazon garden tool wall rack can hold up to 480lbs, so it’s a good choice for heavy garden tools, such as shovels, rakes, and long-handled weeding tools, as well as the smaller hand tools.
It has six hooks to work with, all of which are rubber-coated for a non-slip finish that keeps the tools in place. Meanwhile, the steel material is rust-resistant.
Arguably, the best feature about it is the fact you can customize the spacing and height of the provided hooks to personalize your tool organization.
‘The adjustable hooks make it easy to customize spacing for different tools like rakes, shovels, and other long-handled equipment,’ a shopper shares.
As for installation, the mount can just be drilled and attached to a wall, whether it’s in your garage or on a covered porch.
‘I thought the fact it came in 2 pieces would make it harder to install and use l, but we used a level, and it works flawlessly,’ one person writes.
Perhaps the only downside is the fact there are only six hooks on this wall mount. But there is an option to purchase bigger mounts with more hooks, such as this 64″ garden tool wall rack with 10 hooks on Amazon.
At just $35.99 ($32.39 on the current deal), it’s a super affordable solution if you don’t have a shed and want a bit more organization for your tools.
How I’d Style It
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If you don’t have a shed but still want that Pinterest-worthy potting shed look, then you can use the Amazon garden tool wall rack.
I would dedicate an area of your garage, covered porch, or even conservatory to create a one-stop tool station.
With the wall mount as the centerpiece to organize your tools, add a shelf or two above it. I would personally choose wooden shelves for rustic charm, displaying stacked terracotta pots on it (like this pack of small terracotta pots from Amazon).
You could even drill these hooks from Walmart into the shelf to add even more hanging space for lighter hand tools.
As an extra, pick up a potting bench from Amazon to create some workspace.
For a final touch (and if lighting your chosen area allows), don’t forget to bring over some of your container garden plants to add some greenery and seasonal blooms.
What to Shop
This garden tools organizer requires no drilling and holds up to 40 tools. It’s compact, ideal for small-space gardeners.
This outdoor storage box is waterproof and ideal for storing garden tools and patio cushions. It has a 45-gallon capacity.
Use this caddy to carry your tools around the yard. It comes with a range of essential hand tools to start your collection.
If you’re looking to expand your tool collection, we have guides to the best bulb planting tools and harvesting tools. If you’re short on space, especially, our guide to the garden tools every small-space gardener needs might inspire you.
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