Silverline 235831 Draw Hoe 1350 mm, BLUE

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The Dutch hoe - uses a shallow angled blade with a front cutting edge and used to remove weeds and to work between seedlings and established plants and shrubs Weeding with a garden hoe is a common and effective method of controlling weeds in a garden or farm. Garden hoes come in different types and sizes, and each one has a specific use depending on the task at hand. The Digging hoe - These are used for general purpose digging and come in a variety of shapes and sizes However, there a number of different types of hoes, and each has a slightly different use. The difficult part is that they do get called slightly different names by different people and the tool manufacturers. That is a recipe for confusion, so hopefully we can help put an end to that. The Oscillating hoe - Also known as a reciprocating hoe, this type of hoe has a blade that moves, and they use a scrubbing action, and again mainly used for weeding.

The Onion hoe - as the name would suggest this is used for working between rows of onions. It has a winged style head that lets the hoe work just under the surface of the soil The Draw hoe - this is also known as a digging hoe and typically this hoe is used in harder ground. It has a wide downward facing blade set at right angles to the main shaft and used using a chopping action to loosen and break up soil Some hoes are used to dig up ground, especially harder and more compacted soils. Some people use a hoe for general weeding and others use a hoe to make drills for planting seeds. Hilling is about piling soil around the base of plants. Making drills is about using a hoe to dig narrow furrows or shallow trenches for planting seeds or bulbs.In addition to the above types of garden hoes, you can also find a hoe with a shorter handle. These are great to have if you prefer to garden while kneeling or sitting. Warren, or Dutch, hoe. This hoe has a flat blade or paddle, attached at a 90-degree angle, but unlike the basic paddle hoe, the shape is a triangle or spade. The pointy part faces out and is used to get into tight spaces or to dig out difficult weeds. The basic concept of hoeing involves using a hoe to break up the soil surface and sever the weed roots from their anchor in the ground, thereby preventing the growth and spread of weeds. Garden hoes can be broadly classified into three categories:

Paddle, or Draw, hoe. The basic garden hoe goes by many names, including paddle, draw, chopping, or planter. The paddle at the end of the handle is a small rectangle, approximately 6 by 4 inches (15 x 10 cm.), angled at 90 degrees. This is a good general hoe that can help you dislodge weeds by the root or mound and shape soil. You can find versions of this with smaller paddles for tight spaces and in lighter weights. If you aren’t sure how to use a hoe that is more specialized, this is a good place to start. Draw hoe: A draw hoe, also called a chopping hoe or Dutch hoe, has a rectangular blade that is perpendicular to the handle. It is designed for cutting and removing weeds at the soil surface by using a pulling motion. Draw hoes are great for removing deep-rooted weeds and breaking up compacted soil.

The Swoe - these are ideal for use in confined spaces such as in and amongst established plants. They have an angled head and chamfered edges Warren hoe: The Warren hoe, also known as a push hoe or diamond hoe, has a triangular blade that is attached to the handle at an angle. It is used for pushing and pulling through soil to cut weeds just below the surface. Warren hoes are useful for precision weeding and creating furrows for planting.