The famous 19th century English garden designer Gertrude Jekyll mentioned that the weeding fork was her favorite garden tool. The weeding fork is the tool to use when deeply rooted weeds need to be removed from crowded borders, but it can also be used to aerate the soil or mix compost and other fertilizers with the soil. The design of the weeding fork makes it very comfortable to use without straining the wrists. The weeding fork is primarily made for use close to ground, ensuring optimal view of the work and precision. The weeding fork is available with an ash or cherry handle or with longer ash handles for raised bed gardening.