Types of Hoes   Hoeing Tips  Controlling young weeds in large areas or long rows; thinning seedlings Lightweight scuffle hoes such as diamond, triangle, Winged Weeder or stirrup hoes Push the hoe forward and back from a nearstanding position Spot weeding in tight spaces or intensive raised beds Circle hoe, collinear hoe or any sharp scuffle hoe mounted on a short handle Use a sitting pad or rolling seat for long, sit down weeding sessions Weeding and hilling up soil at the same time Field hoe, Japanese draw hoe or American garden hoe Maintain a sharp edge for efficient weed control Controlling large weeds; making furrows; cutting irrigation trenches; chopping compost Field or grub hoe, Warren hoe or American garden hoe Slightly loosen your grip with each progressive chop to reduce the impact on your back and shoulders