Keeping all tools in good condition lengthens the life and makes them easier to use. Sharpening Spades and Hoes are cutting tools so sharpening them every now and then will make the digging / weeding easier. Use a sharpening stone or a file to take the blunt edge off the blade. Forks & Rakes need little sharpening but both will work better if kept clean. Cleaning Use a stiff brush or a scraper to remove soil sticking to any tools before putting them away. This saves time when you next come to use them, and reduces the risk of corrosion when wet soil is left on the tools.
