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fork is useful for spreading mulch and moving leaves, but will not handle heavy work.
Keep hoe blade sharp
A hoe is needed in a garden to prepare the seed bed, to remove weeds, and to break encrusted soil. The most commonly used hoe is the squarebladed hoe, which lends itself well to most garden tasks; however, the pointed hoe with a heart-shaped blade is light weight and easier to use for cultivating between plants. Keeping the blades sharp will make all the work go easier.
A sturdy rake is useful in clearing the garden of rocks and debris, spreading mulches, and smoothing seedbeds. Avoid choosing a rake that is too heavy for you as it will tire you quickly. A handle that is too short will cause excess bending and back strain. When standing upright, the tip of a rake’s handle should reach your ear.
Dr. Diane Relf is an environmental horticulturist with Virginia Cooperative Extension and is a member of the faculty of Virginia Tech.
More gardening information is available in the monthly Virginia Gardener Newsletter. Subscribe by contacting Diane Relf, Virginia Cooperative Extension environmental horticulturist, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. 24061-0327.
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