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This $40 Gardening Tool Clears Weeds Without You Ever Having To Bend Over
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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. “After 15 minutes, we’d filled at least 3 buckets full of weeds.” Made by a family-owned small business, Grampa’s Weeder has been around since 1913, according to the brand. Over 100 years later, it’s a viral TikTok darling and an Amazon bestseller with over 47,000 5-star ratings. The weeder’s handle is 45 inches long and the head has a footpad that you step on to push the tool into the ground, so you can pull out weeds without needing to bend down or kneel in the dirt. This is especially handy for people with mobility issues, arthritis, carpal tunnel, or a large area they need to cover because of how quickly it pulls. The head’s four-claw design is best for working on softer soil, according to the brand, but it can remove weeds down to their roots, something reviewers appreciate. “This is the best thing I have EVER bought. It plucks the weeds right out of the ground, full root and all! It could not be easier or more fun to use!” said one reviewer, who also noted the tool “goes into the ground like butter.” “I never knew I could be in love with a yard tool, but I guess the universe works in mysterious ways. I have fallen in love with this thing, and I can not get enough. I walk around my yard pulling weeds out all the time,” one reviewer wrote. They also called the tool the “best invention ever.” “I love that I do not have to bend over, this tool is seamless, and very easy to use.” Another said, “What would have taken me hours to do took 20 to 30 minutes, tops. The best part is that it was sooo satisfying. I feel like sneaking into all my neighbors yards and getting all the weeds. It’s addicting lol. Just buy it.” Multiple others were so enamored with the weeder, they also gifted it to friends and family. “Have since bought 2 more for each father for Fathers Day and they love them,” one reviewer said. “My dad 90 years old finished his yard and has moved on to neighbors yard. It makes it effortless to get out weeds of all kinds not just dandelions.” Our lawn was absolutely overrun with dandelions, as if the yard had just given up and decided to become a salad bar. Enter this magical little device. Grampa’s Weeder doesn’t just pull weeds, it extracts their soul. Whole roots, clean pull, no bending over like a gremlin with lower back issues. The satisfying pop of the dandelion surrendering to your superiority? Immaculate. I now roam the lawn like a justice seeking lawn wizard, avenging grass one weed at a time. If you want to feel powerful, productive, and slightly petty about plants, this is the tool for you.” —JesOneS “I just took this out and used it for the second year. With hip and back pain that hinders me from mowing and weed whacking, this simple tool allows for me to stand up straight, pull the weeds, slide my hand to the end to release the weed, and throw it into the trash can next to me without ever bending over. Simple, but a game changer!” —Linda L. “Where has this been my whole life?! I was so sick and tired of trying to pull weeds and not getting the whole root. Not only was it hard and hell on the hands it was so frustrating! I bought this and it is so easy! Step, bend, and pull. My hands don’t hurt nor does my back or knees. My kids actually want to do it because it’s so easy! I kind of find it fun! I want to go pull weeds in random fields! It is so easy and quick! The tool is sturdy and very durable especially against a 4 and 6 yesr old who treat it like a pogo stick! I have never had weeds come out ao easy and it’s not sharp! Even thought it’s not sharp it is easy to use and fits over all weeds.” —Katie “I love this thing! I enjoy going out to weed now! 😅 I recommend this to at least 3 people who bought and love it too! I’m glad I got the good brand one because I know the cheaper ones have broken quickly for some people! My only complaint is that maybe I should have bought 2 because when my daughters see me using it they want to take a turn and then don’t give it back 😂😅 the sound of the roots ripping out is so satisfying!!” —Joanne gentzler Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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