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Hand cultivator
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a small hand-held gardening tool used for loosening soil, removing weeds, and cultivating around plants in tight spaces
What is a "hand cultivator"?
A hand cultivator is a small gardening tool used to loosen soil, break up clumps, and mix in compost or other soil amendments. It typically has a handle with several curved prongs or tines at the end. The tool is used by hand to improve soil structure, making it easier for plants to grow by allowing water and air to reach the roots. Hand cultivators are especially useful for smaller gardening tasks, such as working in flower beds, vegetable gardens, or around individual plants, and are easy to maneuver in tight spaces.
Examples
She used the hand cultivator to loosen the soil around the plants in the flower bed.
