Types of Gardening Gloves: Match the Glove to the Task

Gloves protect hands and improve grip. Types: Basic (thin, flexible—for seeding, transplanting). Thorn-resistant (suede, flexible—for roses, brambles). Landscaping (padded palms, grippy—for digging, hauling, tools). Cuff styles (flared, snug, loose) and materials (leather, rubber-coated cloth, flexible plastic) vary. Most gardeners need basic + thorn gloves. Choose for your main tasks.