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What's the best time to remove weeds if I want to start a garden?

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It depends on where you live, but you typically want to do this after the last frost in spring. You can look this information up online in an agricultural table if you really want to play it safe. There can also be a little bit of variation if you're on a hill or something where the soil at the top is warmer than the bottom.

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What is the use of a rake?

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It is used like a broom outside. You can use it to collect leaves, hay, grass and generally move debris around.

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What do you use a scuffle hoe for?

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You can use a scuffle hoe to cut weeds off under the soil line, either by pushing or pulling it.

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How do you pick the weeds up after you hoe?

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Try either picking the weeds up with your hands or sweeping the weeds into a dustpan with a broom after you're done hoeing.

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How do I sharpen a hoe?

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Take a sharpening stone to one edge, and always strike in the same direction.

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Should I remove small weeds after using a hoe?

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No, leave them where they are. They will dry and compost back into the ground, enriching your soil.

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