Take care when planting small perennials such as peonies or roses with a longer blade – over 350mm (14″) – as the extra length can disturb delicate roots and bulbs. Though rabbiting spades have been around for centuries, their name comes from the fact that they were initially used to dig holes for rabbits. Today, these versatile tools help with various tasks, from planting to weeding. The ash wood handle is split steamed into shape and is sourced from FSC forests from sustainable sources, it will mould to the users hand. The spade has been bend tested up to 210lbs to ensure strength and quality every time.

As time passes and you gain experience you will find yourself collecting a lot more equipment. This is likely to include longnets, bolting cages and various other gadgets. You may also find yourself interested in the benefits of working with lurchers or even birds of prey. Before you know it you will have a notable pile of equipment and a menagerie that will put most zoos to shame – all to catch a poxy rabbit! Buying a ferret Rabbiting spades are also great for edging lawns. Place the blade of the spade along the edge of the lawn and push down. The serrated teeth on the blade will create a clean, straight edge. How to Use a Rabbiting Spade To Plant A Tree, Bulb Or TrenchThe lightweight spade is fitted with an FSC-certified solid ash shaft and finished with a comfortable YD handle. With a long narrow blade tapered to a point, the Bulldog Pedigree Stainless Steel Rabbiting Spade has been specifically crafted to cut through hard ground. Constructed from polished stainless steel, the blade is easy to wipe clean and has a textured tread to improve grip and protect your boots when digging.

Bulldog Pedigree tools come, with a lifetime no quibble guarantee, and are tools you can trust and rely on time after time.A steel shovel should have high quality welds (metal joins) that have no open points to allow water to enter. This will reduce the risk of internal rust and damage. Using a rabbiting spade is relatively simple. Begin by finding an area that you would like to dig in. For example, if you are planting a tree or shrub, ensure the hole is big enough to accommodate the roots. Once you have found the perfect spot, insert the blade of the spade into the ground at a 45-degree angle. With a powder coated head for resistance against scratches and rust, this heavy-duty tree planting spade even passes the BS3388 load test for strength. Treaded Planting & Rabbiting Spade The rabbiting spade, also called poachers spade, was created by farmers when times were lean, and no meat was available as the nobles were “out of town,” and people were hungry. So a regular spade was cut down, and a point formed on the end so that it could easily dig into rabbit holes to obtain food. Traditional spades can be used for these same tasks but are not as efficient. Rabbiting spades are narrower and have sharper blades, making them much better at digging narrow trenches. The Advantages Of Rabbiting Spade Over A Traditional Spade