Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand 3 Prong Cultivator 28cm Length

Aerate and cultivate beds and borders with the Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Hand 3 Prong Cultivator, a traditionally styled hand tool from the Kent & Stowe Cultivators range. The three strong tines break up the dry soil surface to a depth of 3 inches, letting air, nutrients, and water reach plant roots where they're needed most — encouraging new growth and interrupting weed germination.

Ideal for working in established flower beds, vegetable plots, and around the base of shrubs, this compact hand cultivator is the go-to tool for routine soil preparation in tight spaces where a long-handled tool is impractical. Pull it through the soil surface in spring and autumn to refresh beds, then use it during the growing season to break up surface compaction and lift out weed seedlings.

Crafted from rust-resistant stainless steel with a contoured ash wood handle, this hand cultivator is built for comfort and control. The 28 cm length gives excellent reach into beds, while the FSC-certified ash handle is shaped to sit naturally in the hand for reduced fatigue. Backed by Kent & Stowe's 15-year guarantee, this is a hand tool designed to last a lifetime of British gardening.

How to Use

• Prepare the bed: clear any weeds or debris from the soil surface before cultivating.
• Drag through the surface: hold the ash handle and pull the three tines through the top 3 inches of soil in steady, even strokes.
• Work the bed: repeat in parallel lines across the bed, slightly overlapping each pass, until the whole area has been aerated.
• Finish: water thoroughly after cultivating to settle the soil and settle any newly exposed roots.

Key Features

• Three strong tines for cultivating soil to a depth of 3 inches
• High-quality stainless steel head with excellent rust resistance and minimal soil adhesion
• Contoured FSC-certified ash wood handle for comfort and control
• Leather hanging loop for easy storage in the shed or tool rack
• Compact 28 cm length — ideal for working in established beds and borders
• 15-year guarantee for complete peace of mind

Product Details

• Manufactures Reference: 70100087
• EAN: 5060396796951
• Length: 28 cm
• Weight: 0.25 kg (approx.)
• Material: Stainless steel head, FSC ash wood handle
• Handle type: Hand (short handle)
• Product type: Cultivators

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a hand cultivator do?
A hand cultivator breaks up the top few inches of compacted soil, letting air, water, and nutrients reach plant roots. It's also useful for lifting out small weed seedlings before they establish and for working compost or fertiliser into the soil surface.

When should I use this cultivator?
Use it in spring and autumn to refresh beds and borders ahead of planting, and during the growing season to break up surface compaction and disturb young weeds. Avoid using on waterlogged or frozen ground, which can damage the soil structure.

Is the ash handle certified sustainable?
Yes. Kent & Stowe use FSC-certified ash wood for all their handled tools, meaning the timber comes from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits.

How do I care for the tool?
Wipe the stainless steel head clean after use and store in a dry shed or tool rack using the leather hanging loop. A light application of linseed oil on the ash handle once or twice a year will keep the wood in good condition and prevent drying or splitting.

What's the guarantee?
Kent & Stowe hand tools carry a 15-year guarantee against manufacturing defects. The brand is recognised across the UK for premium-quality garden tools built to last.