Spear & Jackson 4052 Elements Onion Hoe

Spear & Jackson Elements Onion Hoe, Model 4052

An onion hoe is a short-handled hoe used kneeling or crouching, drawn back through the surface of the soil to cut off weed seedlings between closely spaced rows.

This is the Spear & Jackson Elements version, the brand's everyday garden hand tool range, so it is a tool for regular allotment and border work rather than an occasional-use piece.

Performance & Benefits

• Short handle gives close control when working between tight rows
• Draws through the soil surface to sever weeds rather than digging them up
• Ideal for onion, carrot and salad beds where a long hoe is too clumsy
• Part of the Spear & Jackson Elements garden hand tool range
• From a tool maker with a long history in British gardening

Suitable For

• Allotments and vegetable beds
• Weeding between closely spaced rows
• Raised beds and containers
• Gardeners who prefer to weed kneeling or seated

How to Use

• Work on dry soil where possible so cut weeds wilt rather than re-root
• Hold the handle low and draw the blade back through the top of the soil
• Keep the blade shallow to avoid disturbing crop roots
• Clean soil off the blade after use and dry before storing

Specification

• Short-handled onion hoe
• Spear & Jackson Elements range, model 4052
• Supplied singly
• Manufacturer product code 1004606

Care & Caution

• Sharp edge - keep away from children and store safely
• Clean and dry after every use to prevent rust
• Store hanging or in a dry shed rather than on a damp floor
• Check the handle joint before use and replace the tool if it works loose