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Whether you’re gardening or landscaping, there’s a good chance you’ll run into some roots, weeds, rocks and hard-packed dirt that will need to be dealt with. Gemplers offers the toughest, most reliable hoes you’ll find. Top products from top brands including Rogue and Bully Tools. [description-split] Frequently Asked Questions About Garden Hoes What types of hoes are best for professional landscaping? Professional landscapers use different types of hoes depending on the job. Draw hoes , also called paddle hoes or field hoes, are ideal for breaking up soil, shaping landscape features or planting beds, and removing weeds. Stirrup hoes feature a loop-shaped blade and they are best for slicing weeds just below the surface. Other specialty hoes, like rake hoes and pick hoes , help with cultivation, trenching, building trails, and fire breaking. What makes a garden hoe professional-grade? Some of the key things to look for when buying a professional-grade hoe are the head type, handle length, and handle connection. Contractor-grade hoes should have a steel blade that is sharp enough to cut through weeds, roots, and compact soil, and should have a durable handle with a strong connection for heavy-duty tasks that require repetitive motion. The Gemplers line of hoes is a great example when looking for professional-grade hoes. What type of hoe is best for removing weeds? Many hoes can handle the challenge of weeding a garden bed or landscape feature, but the type of hoe you need depends of the status of your soil. If you have soft, light soil a loop hoe , or stirrup hoe, will work best, as it slices newly sprouted weeds just below the surface of the soil. If you have larger, established weeds or compact soil a field hoe , pick hoe , or hoe rake will get the job done. These hoes feature sharp, durable blades that can dig into the soil to remove the stubborn weeds at the root, and also cultivate the surrounding soil. What is the difference between a hoe and a cultivator? Hoes a