Trowels

Discover our range of gardening trowels from Fiskars, Kent & Stowe, Faithfull, Bulldog and Bahco, covering hand, border, Dutch, transplanting and potting trowels for planting and general bed work.

A trowel is the essential hand tool for planting, transplanting and working in confined spaces where a spade or fork would be too large. Blade shape and size vary by task, from a narrow border trowel for working between established plants to a wider, deeper blade for general digging and potting.

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Hand trowels for general use

Hand trowels are the most versatile tool in the range, suited to general digging, planting and weeding tasks. The Faithfull Countryman Hand Trowel and Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Trowel both suit everyday container and border work, while the Fiskars Solid Trowel gives a durable single-piece construction for regular use.

Border trowels

Border trowels, such as the Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Border Trowel, use a narrower blade than a standard hand trowel, giving better access when working close to established plants or in tight borders where a wider blade would risk root damage.

Dutch trowels

Dutch trowels, like the Faithfull Prestige Stainless Steel Dutch Trowel, use a flatter, more angular blade suited to precise digging and cutting through compacted soil, differing in profile from the more rounded shape of a standard hand trowel.

Transplanting and potting trowels

The Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Transplanting Trowel uses a narrower, deeper blade for lifting and moving seedlings and small plants with minimal root disturbance. Potting trowels, such as the Faithfull Countryman Hand Potting Trowel, suit filling and working compost in containers and pots.

Seed planting trowels

The Fiskars Solid Seed Planting Trowel uses a narrow, pointed profile designed specifically for creating consistent planting holes for seeds and small bulbs, more precise than a general hand trowel for this specific task.

Blade materials

Stainless steel blades, common across the Kent & Stowe and Faithfull Prestige ranges, resist soil sticking and corrosion better than standard carbon steel, keeping the trowel cleaner and working more smoothly through repeated use. Where wooden handles are used, FSC certification, seen across the Kent & Stowe range, confirms the timber comes from responsibly managed forests.

Complete your garden kit

For hoes and cultivators to pair with your trowel, see our Hoes & Cultivators range, or our full Digging & Turning collection for spades, forks and rakes. For our full range of tools across every trade, browse the Tools section. If you're after seasonal advice on caring for your garden tools, read our Gardening Tools and Tips blog post.

Why buy your trowels from MTN Shop

All trowels sold here are genuine stock from Fiskars, Kent & Stowe, Faithfull, Bulldog and Bahco. We ship fast across the UK with straightforward returns on unused stock. For trade or bulk orders, request a quote and our team will confirm stock and lead time directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

A hand trowel has a wider, general-purpose blade suited to most digging and planting tasks. A border trowel uses a narrower blade for better access when working close to established plants or in tight borders.
A Dutch trowel has a flatter, more angular blade than a standard hand trowel, suited to precise digging and cutting through compacted soil rather than general scooping.
A transplanting trowel's narrower, deeper blade lifts and moves seedlings and small plants with minimal disturbance to their root system, more precise than a general hand trowel for this specific task.
Stainless steel resists soil sticking to the blade and corrodes less over time, keeping the trowel working more smoothly through repeated use. Carbon steel remains a durable, cost-effective option for general use.
Its narrow, pointed profile is built specifically for creating consistent planting holes for seeds and small bulbs, giving more precision for this task than a general hand trowel.