Garden The Best Wheelbarrows for Your Home Garden, According to the Experts Different wheelbarrows are better for different jobs. By Lauren Wellbank Lauren Wellbank Instagram Twitter Lauren is a freelance writer for MarthaStewart.com. Editorial Guidelines Published on September 21, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of Amazon If you're in the market for a new wheelbarrow, chances are you have some big outdoor jobs to tackle, from carrying away a day's worth of pulled weeds to lugging mulch. This means that you need a cart that's up to the task at hand, which is why it's best to purchase the tried-and-true, durable iterations the professionals use for heavy-duty landscaping projects. Ahead, several expert-approved wheelbarrows that will help you achieve your gardening to-do list. Top Picks Jackson Wheelbarrow with Flat-Free Tires Gorilla Carts Plastic Yard Cart True Temper Poly Wheelbarrow Ace Steel Contractor Wheelbarrow Smart Garden Heaped Poly Yard Smart Cart Essential Gardening Tools, According to the Experts 01 of 09 Jackson Courtesy of Home Depot John Morse, the Director of Horticulture at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, says he prefers Jackson wheelbarrows "because they are very durable, have great bearings, and are made of a thicker gauge metal." This model is six-cubic-feet deep, so you can truly load it up. Shop Now: Jackson Wheelbarrow with Flat-Free Tires, $119, homedepot.com. 02 of 09 Gorilla Carts Courtesy of Amazon If you prefer a cart to a wheelbarrow, consider this four-wheel model, which will transport landscape materials around your yard with maximum maneuverability. Shop Now: Gorilla Carts Plastic Yard Cart, $95.90, amazon.com. 03 of 09 True Temper Courtesy of Home Depot Morse says four-cubic foot wheelbarrows are generally too small for tougher jobs, but not everyone needs a massive iteration. If you have a smaller garden, this rust-proof model will come in handy. Best of all, the handles are made from sealed hardwood, which will reduce splinters. Shop Now: True Temper Poly Wheelbarrow, $49, homedepot.com. 04 of 09 Ace Steel Courtesy of Ace Hardware If you're moving heavy-duty materials (think gravel and concrete), you'll want a heavy-duty, reinforced wheelbarrow. This contractor model can handle your oversized loads. Shop Now: Ace Steel Contractor Wheelbarrow, $78, acehardware.com. 05 of 09 Smart Garden Courtesy of Home Depot Avoid rust and uneven weight distribution thanks to this durable poly-constructed cart. Its sturdy composition means its up to tough jobs, but easy on your back (and your wallet, for that matter). Shop Now: Smart Garden Heaped Poly Yard Smart Cart, $39.98, homedepot.com. 06 of 09 Expert Gardener Courtesy of Walmart According to Morse, if you're simply using your wheelbarrow to move mulch, a less expensive model will do. You can't go wrong with this basic option. Shop Now: Expert Gardener Wheelbarrow, $36, walmart.com. 07 of 09 Project Source Courtesy of Lowe's For typical home garden use, Morse says five or five-and-a-half cubic feet is the perfect wheelbarrow size. This steel option, which meets those size guidelines, has reinforced front braces, which will help you move your landscape materials with ease. Shop Now: Project Source Steel Wheelbarrow, $64.98, lowes.com. 08 of 09 Red Tool Box Courtesy Khol's If you're looking for a wheelbarrow for your little landscaping assistant, look no further than this miniature version of a popular full-sized model. It is the perfect size for family projects or getting your kids involved in the garden. Shop Now: Red Tool Box "Stanley Jr" Wheelbarrow, $59.99, kohls.com. 09 of 09 Craftsman Courtesy of Lowe's This all-steel design consists of a steel tray, undercarriage, and handles, which means it should be weather resistant and perfect for hauling multiple material types. The single pneumatic tire will make navigating your yard easy. Shop Now: Craftsman Steel Tray Wheelbarrow, $74.98, lowes.com. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit