A standing weed puller tool has been praised by a gardener with knee pain who says the ‘godsend’ gadget means they can work outside ‘for longer without any pain’This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more
The tool is making gardener’s lives easier when it comes to pulling weeds(Image: Yimbly)
With spring approaching, homeowners are preparing to spruce up their outdoor spaces and make them ready for relaxation in the warmer months.
However, years of tending to gardens can take a toll on joints, particularly the knees, given the considerable bending and kneeling required to complete outdoor chores.
To tackle this issue and alleviate discomfort, one enthusiastic gardener has discovered relief through a practical tool that enables weed removal without the need to kneel.
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The ‘godsend’ device allows the gardener to work outdoors ‘for longer without any pain’ – and there’s a way to buy this tool for £25.
The Thompson and Morgan Garden Gear Weed Puller retails at £34.99 at full price, though it’s currently discounted at Yimbly for £27.99.
Combine this with the discount code WINTER10 on the Yimbly website and the tool drops to £25.10, as reported by Wales Online.
Posting a five star review for the Garden Gear Weed Puller on the Thompson and Morgan website, the gardener stated: “I had an old weed puller which meant kneeling down to use it. Although it worked well, it put a lot more pressure on my knees and back. This weed puller lets me do the same job standing up which is a godsend as I am able to use it for longer without any pain. I have only used to remove weeds from my lawn and it does this well. It will remove a plug of earth along with the weed but this can be filled with a small amount of compost etc.”
To eliminate weeds from gardens and borders, the tool employs long-reach claws that extract the entire weed and root system – all whilst the user remains upright. This method also helps to aerate the lawn simultaneously, promoting healthier future growth.
Shoppers can use a Yimbly discount code to get this handy tool for less(Image: Yimbly)
Simply position over the target weed, press down on the foot plate to drive the claws into the soil and tilt upwards to grip the weed and roots firmly. A grab and release mechanism then enables users to deposit the weed directly into a wheelbarrow or bag for disposal.
An extended shaft features easy-hold grips, meaning no more backbreaking labour.
For those with pets or young children, weed-pulling tools offer an environmentally friendly, safe and economical method to clear the garden without needing to resort to chemicals or electricity.
Another alternative is the Fiskars Solid Weed Puller, available for £29.99 at Robert Dyas. Alternatively, there’s the VOUNOT Weed Puller Tool reduced at Amazon for £22.
The Thompson and Morgan Garden Gear Weed Puller is effective for various plants, as one person noted: “Easy to use with dandelions and other weeds.”
After use, the tool stores conveniently in a garden shed or garage with a metal loop for hanging. Someone did express concern about the durability of the product, commenting ‘weed puller has been effective but I worry about its robustness’, although another person simply stated: “Very easy to use and takes the strain out of digging them up.”
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