In article , Roger & Barbara
Tonkin writes

How do you hoe?

Roger T


All depends what I am hoeing! Annuals can be hoed like you are doing,
separating root from top but deep rooted perennial weeds need to be dug
up completely.
Personally I love my Swoe which is ideal for working round plants etc.
and I wouldn't be without it

Janet
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Janet Tweedy
Dalmatian Telegraph
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