Gardening Hand Tools
Our Gardening Hand Tools range covers trowels, hand forks, weeders, bulb planters and sharpening tools from Faithfull, Kent & Stowe, Fiskars, Bahco and Bulldog. Unlike our spades, rakes and long-handled tools, these are precision, single-hand tools built for planting, weeding and detail work close to the plant, in stainless or carbon steel to suit how and where you store them.
Not sure whether stainless or carbon steel is the right choice for your border? Get in touch with our team, or browse the range below by task.
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Gardening Hand Tools – Product list
Hand Trowels and Forks
A hand trowel is the most-used tool for planting and potting, and the material matters for longevity: stainless steel options such as the Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Trowel and Fiskars Xact™ Trowel resist rust better than carbon steel, while the Kent & Stowe Carbon Steel Hand Trowel holds an edge well for cutting through compacted soil at a lower price point. For border work specifically, the narrower Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Border Trowel and matching Hand Border Fork fit between existing plants without disturbing roots.
Weeding, Cultivating and Bulb Planting Tools
For removing weeds by the root, the Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Weeding Knife and Hand Daisy Grubber get under the root ball rather than just cutting the top growth. A hand cultivator, such as the Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Garden Life Hand Cultivator, breaks up soil surface and works in compost or fertiliser between existing plants. For spring bulbs, the Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Small Bulb Planter and Fiskars Solid™ Hand Bulb Planter cut a clean, consistent hole to the right depth without a separate measuring step.
Specialist Hand Tools
A few tools solve specific jobs: the Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Widger lifts seedlings without damaging delicate roots during pricking out, the Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Onion Hoe is shaped for working between rows of onions and similar close-planted vegetables, and the Faithfull Countryman Garden Sieve screens stones and debris out of soil or compost before potting.
Sharpening Tools
Keeping edges sharp extends the working life of your tools rather than needing early replacement. The Fiskars Xsharp™ Axe & Knife Sharpener and Hultafors Axe Grinding Stone cover blade tools, while the Multi-Sharp® MS1301 Rotary Mower/Garden Tool Sharpener and Kent & Stowe Diamond Blade Sharpener handle mower blades and general garden tool edges.
Forestry and Log Handling Tools
Beyond bed and border work, the Fiskars WoodXpert™ XA23 Brush Hook clears undergrowth ahead of felling, and the Fiskars WoodXpert™ Log Tongs and WoodXpert™ XA2 Sappie help lift, roll and position logs without bending or lifting by hand. This collection also includes the Makita DUC254Z LXT Brushless Chainsaw 18V, available as a bare unit or as a complete kit with battery, for cutting work beyond hand tool capacity.
Warranty and Standards
All gardening hand tools sold by MTN Shop are genuine stock, sourced through official UK distribution, so full manufacturer warranty applies as it would from the brand directly. Kent & Stowe's Garden Life range is certified FSC®, confirming any wooden components are sourced from responsibly managed forests.
Choosing the Right Hand Tool
Stainless steel tools resist rust and are easier to clean between uses, making them the better long-term choice for tools stored in a shed or greenhouse with variable humidity. Carbon steel holds a sharper edge for longer but needs more care to avoid corrosion. For narrow border or raised bed work, a border-width trowel or fork fits into gaps a standard-width tool can't reach without disturbing neighbouring plants.
Need help finding a specific tool or brand? Contact our team for advice, or request a trade quote for bulk orders. Browse our full Gardening Tools range for spades and rakes, our Cutting & Pruning collection, or our wider Gear for Gardeners range.
