Gardening Tools

Choose by the job, soil conditions and size of the area. For example, trowels suit smaller planting jobs, forks help loosen soil and pruning tools are designed for cutting suitable stems or branches.

Both can be suitable depending on the tool and its use. Stainless steel generally resists corrosion well, while carbon steel can offer effective cutting edges but may require more care to prevent rust.

Remove soil and sap after use, dry tools before storage and maintain cutting edges in line with the manufacturer’s instructions. Check wooden handles, fixings and moving joints periodically.