Golden Shovel

Formerly known as the Golden Spade, we've changed the name of this excellent tool because, well, it's really a shovel! In the interests of clarity we decided we'd better sort out this naming business.

This is a super shovel: lightweight, strong, sharp. And it's gold! The short shaft, d-handle & light weight makes it especially nice for shoveling and spreading soil and mulch. 

We also use it for light digging and planting projects; it gets used a lot during bulb-planting season. The pointed tip breaks through compacted ground easily and the handle is short enough that it can be used from a kneeling position.

Available in two sizes; the small size is really handy in tight spaces. I also like it for mixing soil/potting blends in the wheelbarrow.

What the heck is the difference between a shovel and a spade, you ask?

Generally, spades have flat, rectangular heads and are designed for digging in beds and borders. The blade is sharp and often has a footplate or step to aid you in pushing the blade down into the soil. They’re usually used for planting, transplanting and edging.

Meanwhile, shovels are primarily used for scooping, moving and spreading garden materials; they have a curved head that will hold more volume, and often have a pointed tip so can also be used for digging jobs.