Elsewhere, if you’re looking to clean cultivation tools, you’ll need a stiff scrubbing brush to get rid of any excess soil from the blades and shaft.
If you’re using water to hose down your tools, making sure to dry the wooden handles to stop it swelling.
“Traditionally after cleaning, tools were oiled with a thin protective film of general-purpose oil, to help prevent rusting,” said the RHS.
“Many modern tools are made from stainless steel, which is less likely to rust. However, this does depend on the quality of the metal. Occasional oiling may be required.”
