Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, weeding the patio can be one of the more tedious garden tasks. Getting down on your hands and knees to extract weed seedlings from the narrow cracks between paving and brick can be arduous, but, a patio weeder can make this necessary chore much quicker and efficient, allowing you to spend more of your time on enjoyable garden jobs instead.
Patio weeders are designed to fit into tiny crevices and cracks, so they’re perfect for grubbing out stubborn weeds between paving stones. Many are stainless steel blade-like tools or stiff brass bristles, so they’re strong and sturdy enough to prize out weeds from narrow crevices and durable for years of weeding work.
If you’re in need of a more heavy-duty tool, there are also thermal weeders. Powered by mains electricity, these weeders deliver a short burst of extreme heat to kill off weeds. Thermal weeders are also usually long-handled, so there’s no need for hours of kneeling down and putting a strain on your back.
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The best patio weeders in 2024
Hawksmoor patio weeder
With a strong, stainless steel L-shaped head this rust resistant weeder is able to reach into tight cracks and grub out seedlings and the shaped ergonomic handle helps take the strain. With a hanging hole for easy storage, it’s great value too.
Price: £4.98
Fiskars Weeding Knife
Fitted with two sharp knife blades, the Fiskars Weeding Knife will remove moss and weeds from paved areas. The long handle has a soft grip for comfort and a hanging hole at the end for easy storage.
Price: £27.63
Buy Fiskars Weeding Knife from B & Q
Burgon and Ball Weeder
Part of a collaboration between the National Trust and gardening specialists Burgon and Ball, this weeding knife has a rustproof stainless steel blade. The handle is FSC-certified hardwood and there’s a strong leather cord for hanging it up after use.
Price: £12.oo
Buy National Trust Burgon and Ball Patio Weeding Knife at The National Trust
Hozelock Thermal Weeder
A thermal weeder is a simple way to remove moss or weeds from paved areas without using chemicals or bending. Powered by mains electricity via the 3m cable, the Hozelock Green Power Thermal Weeder heats up in 45 seconds to deliver an intense thermal shock of 600°C.
Price: £70
Buy Hozelock Thermal Weeder at Argos
Sneeboer Weed Gouger
The Sneeboer Weed Gouger has a stainless steel, inverted ‘V’ shaped blade and a smooth, cherrywood handle. At 39 cm in length, the tool is ideal for hooking out long tap roots in lawns, borders and patios.
Price: £36.95
Buy Sneeboer Weed Gouger at Harrod Horticultural
Telescopic wire weeding brush
With a handle that extends up to 1.3 metres, the Telescopic Wire Block Paving Brush has three rows of stiff bristles to fit into any grooves on paved areas and decking. Reinforced with a metal collar around the brush head, there’s also a metal scraper for more targeted cleaning.
Price: £19.99
Buy Telescopic Wire Block Paving Brush at Suttons
Kent and Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Weeding Knife
This Kent and Stowe weeder has a high-quality stainless steel head and a comfortable ash wood handle for a secure grip. Its plain-edged blade is perfect for slicing or scraping away unwanted weeds in cracks or between patio slabs.
Price: £9.99
Buy the Kent and Stowe Weeding Knife from Marshalls Garden
How to use a patio weeder
Many patio weeding tools consist of a sharp, L-shaped knife – simply insert the end of the blade between the paving stones to hook weeds, cut them off at the root and remove them.
Using a thermal weeder, like the Hozelock Green Power Weeder, requires a little extra care. Following the accompanying instructions carefully, allow the thermal weeder to heat up fully before use. Target one area at a time and deliver the thermal shock in short bursts. Be careful to avoid nearby furniture or vegetation.
This Product Guide was last updated in June 2024. We apologise if anything has changed in price or availability.
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