Garden Forks

Types of Garden Forks

Your garden fork is a vital piece of gardening equipment which no gardener should be without! For aerating your lawn, to digging up potatoes, and breaking up soil, investing in a good garden fork will give you years of good service.

A classic digging fork is a brilliant multipurpose tool to use around the garden, perfect for digging beds and harvesting crops. If you’re looking for a garden fork for loosening soil and cutting through weeds, a cultivator is the ideal tool for the job.

Benefits of Using Digging Forks

Soil aeration

A garden fork is a great value alternative to using a garden aerator for your lawn – simply work around your lawn with a fork before applying lawn feed or grass seed to bring back a happy & healthy lawn.

For garden beds, almost all plants prefer well-draining soil, so using your garden fork to turn over the soil will help your seeds & bulbs flourish.

Weed removal

While some weeds are easy enough to pluck out by hand, certain weeds like dandelions & knotweed have deep roots which will keep coming back unless they’re dug up. Using your garden fork to dig deep and work the roots up will make sure they stay away.

Easy mixing

You can easily incorporate compost, fertiliser, or mulch into your flower beds with a garden fork which will make sure it’s evenly distributed.

Plant harvesting

Root veg like potatoes, parsnips, and radishes should be harvested with a garden fork to avoid damaging your precious veg! Simply plunge the fork into the area next to the plant before levering upwards and enjoying the fruits of your labour.

FAQs

How do I use a garden fork safely?

Wearing a good pair of gardening gloves will keep you protected, as well as increase your grip on the handle. Keep those feet out the way and always wear closed-toe shoes. Keep a firm grip on the handle when you’re using a garden fork and use your body weight as leverage.

Can I use a garden fork in rocky soil?

When using a garden fork in rocky soil, make sure the fork is up for the job – a strong handle and thick tines are ideal. Make sure you work slowly to avoid damaging the fork or sending uncomfortable shockwaves up your arms if you hit a big rock!

What’s the best way to store a garden fork?

Keep all your hand tools, including your garden fork, under cover in a shed or garden storage box when you’re not using it to avoid rust and extend its lifespan. Hanging it from the wall in your shed will free up space and make sure it’s easy to get to – you’ll be using it very often, so it’s always a good idea to have it easily accessible.