Sure, you could do your gardening in an old pair of sneakers, but they’re definitely not the most functional option around. (Prepare yourself for seriously soggy and dirty feet!) Your best bet: footwear that’s rugged, waterproof, and easy to wash off with a quick spray of the hose.
Here, we've rounded up 14 gardening boots, clogs, and shoes for all of your digging, hoeing, and weeding needs. Bonus: Most can double as cute rain boots!
Sperry Walker Steam Boot
Function meet fashion! While these boots work great in the garden, you’ll want to wear them with just about everything you own.
BUY NOW Sperry Walker Steam Boot, $40, amazon.com
Xtratuf Salmon Sister Boots
In addition to its waterproof materials, these boots have a built-in insole for added comfort, and the shaft is made of a thin, flexible rubber so you can bend and twist all you need.
BUY NOW Xtratuf Salmon Sister Boots, $91, amazon.com
Evercreatures Dahlia Wellies
What garden is really complete without dahlias garden gnomes?
BUY NOW Evercreatures Dahlia Wellies, $70, amazon.com
Evercreatures Green Ankle Boots
These boots manage to be functional and chic simultaneously.
BUY NOW Evercreatures Green Ankle Boots, $30, amazon.com
Cooga Slip-On Garden Shoes
These may look like a pair of stylish Keds, but they’re designed to be waterproof and rugged enough to hold up to any gardening task.
BUY NOW Cooga Slip-On Garden Shoes, $17, amazon.com
Joules Wellibob Dog Rain Boot
These cute booties are just as good for gardening as they are for long walks in the rain with your pup.
BUY NOW Joules Wellibob Dog Rain Boot, $35, amazon.com
Evercreatures Rainbow Mid-Calf Boot
Need a mood boost? Even rainy days are bright in these boots.
BUY NOW Evercreatures Rainbow Mid-Calf Boot, $30, amazon.com
Joules Wellibob Bee Rain Boot
You’ve already planted a bee-friendly garden and made sure your yard isn’t killing bees, so why not even further embrace your love for these fuzzy pollinators?
BUY NOW Joules Wellibob Bee Rain Boot, $35, amazon.com
Tommy Hilfiger Renegade Rainboot
Sure, they may take a tad longer to lace up, but the tie closure offers a snug fit.
BUY NOW Tommy Hilfiger Renegade Rainboot, $60, amazon.com
Joules Molly Welly Dragonfly Rain Shoe
Dragonflies are one of the insects you actually want in your garden — so it’s no wonder you’d want them on your boots!
BUY NOW Joules Molly Welly Dragonfly Rain Shoe, $33, amazon.com
MuckBoots Edgewater Hi Boots
These boots are workhorses that can handle some seriously mucky garden conditions—hence the name. Got farm animals? They’re great for cleaning stalls, too.
BUY NOW Muckboots Edgewater Hi Boots, $113, amazon.com
Bogs Quinn Slip On Rain Boot
These ankle boots are high enough to keep dirt out and sleek enough to wear plenty of places outside the garden.
BUY NOW Bogs Quinn Slip On Rain Boot, $100, amazon.com
MuckBoots Daily Garden Shoe
If you want to avoid those tall boot tan lines, consider these incredibly comfy gardening shoes. They’re versatile enough to wear from the garden to running errands.
BUY NOW MuckBoots Daily Garden Shoe, $20, amazon.com
Bogs Classic Boot with Handles
They may not be the prettiest of the bunch, but they sure do the job. Bonus points for the awesome handles that help you pull them on and off with ease.
BUY NOW Bogs Classic Boot with Handles, $72, amazon.com
