Garden Tools
Equip the shed with the hand tools you reach for every season. This range of garden tools includes a garden fork, digging fork, hand trowel, hand cultivator, bypass secateurs, geared loppers and weed burner sets from Ambassador, Wilkinson Sword, SupaGarden, Alpen, JCB and Bulldog.
A stainless steel garden fork or stainless steel garden tools slide through soil easily and resist rust, while carbon steel is a strong, traditional alternative that needs wiping down after use. Choose a fork for turning over beds, a trowel for planting and a hand cultivator for loosening soil around plants. A garden fork handle with a D grip or a long shaft makes a difference to comfort.
For pruning, bypass secateurs and geared loppers cut cleanly through green stems, and the cutting capacity tells you how thick a branch they will handle. Look at handle material, weight and grip, particularly if you have smaller hands. After use, scrape off mud and dry blades, then wipe with an oily rag before storing. Sharpen cutting blades yearly so they stay clean and safe.
Filters
229 products
How to choose garden tools
Pick tools for the jobs you do most often.
| Tool type | Best for | Things to know |
|---|---|---|
| Spades & forks | Digging, turning soil and lifting plants | Treads on the blade save your feet |
| Rakes & hoes | Levelling soil, clearing leaves and weeding | Hoe on dry days so weeds wither |
| Pruners & secateurs | Stems and small branches | Bypass for live growth, anvil for dead wood |
| Loppers & shears | Thicker branches and hedge trimming | Longer handles give more leverage |
| Trowels & hand forks | Planting, pots and small borders | Stainless steel resists rust |
Garden Tools: frequently asked questions
What is a garden fork used for?
A garden fork breaks up and turns soil, lifts root crops and moves compost. It is less likely than a spade to slice through roots.
Is stainless steel better for garden tools?
Stainless steel resists rust and cleans easily, while carbon steel is robust but needs more care. Both work well in beds.
What is the difference between secateurs and loppers?
Secateurs are for stems and small branches, whereas loppers have long handles to cut thicker growth.
How do I look after garden tools?
Remove soil after use, dry the metal and store them somewhere dry. An occasional wipe with oil helps.
What does bypass mean on secateurs?
Bypass blades pass each other like scissors for a clean cut on live stems. Anvil types crush against a flat surface and suit dead wood.
Buying in bulk or for your business?
Landlords, trades and facilities teams can ask us for a quote on larger quantities.