Forget Digging: The Easy-To-Use Tool For Removing Weeds From Gravel Driveways

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Among Mother Nature's most persistent pests, weeds tend to pop up everywhere, including your gravel driveway. If you're looking for a quick and easy way to get rid of these unsightly invaders, consider a diamond hoe, an unusually shaped implement that features a sharp cutting edge on all four sides.   

This easy-to-use tool fits into the broader category of garden hoes, but its elongated diamond-shaped head makes it differ from other types of garden hoes in both appearance and function. The head shape and sharpness enable this hoe to cut weed roots just below the soil, making them less likely to regrow in the future. Diamond hoes' pointed tips also fit into hard-to-reach corners, edges, and other areas a shovel or regular hoe would have more difficulty accessing, which makes them perfect for removing weeds from gravel driveways.

When shopping for a diamond hoe, look for one with a durable forged steel head and a long handle so you don't have to bend over uncomfortably, which can strain your back. Diamond hoes' head sizes vary, with many manufacturers offering options approximately ranging from 6 to 9 inches wide. What head size you choose will depend on the size of your driveway and how easily maneuverable you need the hoe to be.

Get started on removing weeds from your gravel driveway by placing the edge of the hoe's head on top of the gravel, digging down slightly, and using a push-pull motion to rake the hoe towards and away from you. Its sharp edges cut both forward and backward, severing weeds from the roots they need to survive. If you need to pull deeper weed roots, you can use point of the diamond head to dig deeper into the gravel to extract the weed. Dispose of the cut weeds in a sealed trash bag so they don't spread seeds and cause more problems.

Be aware that a diamond hoe, like this DeWit Diamond P-Grip Weeder, is very sharp. You'll want to be careful when using it, wearing closed-toe shoes and keeping children and pets out of the work zone. Also note that the tool's performance depends on its sharp edges, so you'll want to sharpen the hoe's head with a file or bench grinder when you notice it's becoming less effective. Weeds, of course, are extraordinarily persistent, but a diamond hoe may be the secret weapon you need to keep them from overrunning your gravel driveway.