The 8 Best Shrub Rakes
This wiki has been updated 19 times since it was first published in July of 2019. Using an oversized garden tool to clean up tight spaces is like a surgeon taking a meat cleaver to a mole. Instead, try one of these specialized rakes, which have narrow heads that allow them to fit beneath shrubs to collect grass clippings and dead leaves without damaging foliage. We've included models made from a variety of materials and with a range of handle lengths. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
1. A.M. Leonard Narrow
2. Flexrake 100050981
3. GardenAll Long Handle Tools Set
Editor's Notes
July 12, 2019:
Having spring-braced tines is about as high-tech as a rake can get. This standout feature is found in both the A.M. Leonard Narrow and Flexrake 12A and allows tines some flexibility without them ending up looking like squid tentacles after heavy usage.
However, if the job at hand necessitates a more ridged fan, especially in cases where you need to scrape away weeds, you'll want to look at a fixed-tine rake, like the Corona RK 62000 or the Flexrake 100050981.
Another important specification to pay attention to is the length of the handle. Generally speaking, a longer handle is favorable because of the extra reach and leverage it provides. This can be especially important for those who are wheelchair-bound or have otherwise limited mobility. However, a shorter handle can be useful if you plan to work in an area with restricted space. In our list we prioritized longer handles but also included some on the shorter end. There's also the Tierra Garden 35-1826, which has a telescoping handle.
If you're creating a flower bed or clearing soil, shrub rakes work great in tandem with a trusty garden hoe.
4. Flexrake 12A
5. Corona RK 62000
6. Tierra Garden 35-1826
7. Truper 30465
8. Ames 2915900
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