Designed to fit into tiny crevices and cracks, a patio weeder is a simple tool that will make neatening up your garden that little bit easier.
We’ve curated some of the best patio weeders to help make the somewhat tedious task of weeding that little bit more efficient.
Most patio weeders come in the form of a sharp, stainless steel knife that can fit snugly between paving stones to remove stubborn weeds. Less common, but no less effective, is a wire brush that has stiff bristles to do a similar job.
If you’re in need of a more heavy-duty tool, there are also thermal weeders. Powered by mains electricity, these weeders deliver a short burst of extreme heat to the weeds in order to kill them.
In this guide, we’ll outline what style of garden each type of weeder best suits, how to use a patio weeder and 10 of the best patio weeders we recommend.
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How to use a patio weederMany patio weeding tools consist of a sharp, ‘L’ shaped knife that may be unfamiliar but becomes fairly intuitive once you’re comfortable with the shape.
To use a manual patio weeder you simply insert the end of the blade between the paving stones to hook weeds, cut them off at the root and remove them.
Using a thermal weeder, like the Hozelock Green Power Weeder, requires a little extra care. Following the accompanying instructions carefully, allow the thermal weeder to heat up fully before using. Target one area at a time and deliver the thermal shock in short bursts. Be
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