Category overview
Hand Tools
Trowels, hand forks, secateurs, border spades and hoes — the core kit for planting, weeding and tidying beds.
Durable hand tools do most of the day-to-day work in a garden. Look for forged carbon or stainless steel heads, a comfortable full-tang handle, and a balance that feels right in your hand. A small, well-kept set outperforms a drawer of cheap duplicates.
What this category includes
Trowel & hand fork
For planting, transplanting and close weeding in beds and pots.
Secateurs & pruners
Bypass blades for live stems; anvil blades for dead wood.
Spade & border fork
Digging, edging and turning soil; a border size suits tight plots.
Hoe & rake
Slicing weeds at the surface and levelling a seed bed.
How to choose
- Forged or stainless steel heads resist bending and rust.
- A full-tang handle (metal running through the grip) lasts far longer.
- Weight and balance should feel natural — heft a tool before committing.
- Fewer, better tools beat a drawer of near-duplicates.
Related guide
What to look for in trowels, secateurs and spades, which tools to buy first, and how to keep them working for years.
Read: Choosing Hand ToolsThis is an informational overview. We do not sell these products, list prices or take orders — use it to understand the category, then buy wherever suits you.