Tammy test-drives a few of the best weeding tools!
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Narrow trowel – well designed for planting seedlings, digging hold and weeding. With a narrow blade and pointed end you can target weeds precisely.
Hori-Hori – this Japanese gardening knife is a sturdy multi-purpose tool with a serrated cutting edge on one side. The 20cm-long blade is usually marked with measurements, which can be handy when planting bulbs etc. Most are made from rust-proof stainless-steel, so they last for decades but can cost more than other tools. The narrow blade allows you to weed between other plants without disturbing them.
Long-handled tools are useful for those who want to avoid bending or kneeling.
Long-handled hoe – great for removing weeds with shallow roots. The broad blade slides under weeds easily, especially in tilled soil and pathways. Forked end can be used to loosen soil.
Long-handled fork – For hard-to-reach areas in borders, a three-pronged fork on a long handle is excellent.
This is a segment from Gardening Australia Season 36, Episode 12 titled “Autumn: Tropical Wonderland & Easy Lawn Care”.
00:00 Intro
00:26 Narrow Trowel
00:42 Hori-hori Knife
1:18 Long-handled Hoe
01:33 Long-handled Fork
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3 Comments
I frequently use a hand mattock that is really strong and sturdy. The pointed end I use to lift out tap rooted weeds in the lawns and use the mattock or pick end to scratch the surface weeds out or to use a ‘hoe-like’ action to chip the more stubborn weeds out. I use a regular mattock for removing grass from larger or overgrown gardens. Both tools have had heavy duty weekly work for 5 years now.
I like your videos very much. I would like to invite you to test our fountain or filter box, how can I contact you?
Well I guess Bunnings don't have that Japanese knife so looks like I won't be getting one of those…..and if you don't wanna get down to weed then hire a gardener instead….