Meet the trusty little hand fork you will reach for every time you head into the garden. The Burgon and Ball BoronGreen Hand Fork combines outstanding performance with impressive sustainability credentials, giving you a hardworking everyday tool that also treads more lightly on the planet.
At the heart of the design is the boron steel head. Boron steel is stronger, more durable and tougher than like for like carbon steel, yet it does not add unnecessary weight, so the fork feels nicely balanced in the hand. It also holds a sharp working edge for longer, which is ideal when you are repeatedly pushing the tines into compacted beds or stony ground. In the BoronGreen range the steel contains around 80% recycled content, believed to be a first in UK garden tools, so every time you dig you are also choosing a more circular option.
This classic hand fork is an essential for everyday gardening. The 3 tines are specially hardened and tempered to withstand tough cultivating, whether you are breaking up clods of soil, teasing out weeds, working in compost or gently loosening the root ball before planting. The tang or neck of the tool is precision forged at the perfect angle for comfortable, ergonomic working, helping to keep your wrist in a more natural position and reduce strain during longer sessions on the plot.
A durable powder coating in the distinctive BoronGreen colour protects the metal from rust and gives the fork a smart, modern look. The pointed tips of the tines slice easily into soil, so you need less effort to achieve the same result. It is equally useful in borders, raised beds, containers and allotment rows and it pairs beautifully with the BoronGreen hand trowel for a matching set.
The handle is crafted from FSC certified white ash, sourced from responsibly managed forests. Ash is known for its strength, lightness and comfortable feel, so it is a natural choice for a premium hand tool. Adding an individual design touch, there is a dark wood inlay at the end of the handle bearing the Burgon and Ball ampersand, a small detail that makes the fork feel extra special. A hanging cord made from twisted paper lets you store it neatly on a hook in the shed or greenhouse, so it is always easy to find.
Endorsed by the Royal Horticultural Society, widely regarded as the ultimate mark of quality in the gardening world, this BoronGreen hand fork comes with a reassuring 25 year guarantee. At Allotmate Essentials we think it is exactly what a hand fork should be; strong, reliable, comfortable and made with real care for both gardener and environment. From planting and transplanting to weeding and gentle soil cultivation, it is a genuine everyday essential for any gardener.
A good hand fork is one of those tools that never really leaves your side and this BoronGreen version is exactly the sort of quality we love to stock at Allotmate Essentials. It feels solid and dependable without being heavy, and the tines are tough enough to handle stony beds and older soil that has seen better days. The angle of the head is spot on for comfortable working in borders and raised beds, which makes a real difference when you are out there for a few hours.
We are also big fans of the sustainability story behind BoronGreen. Using a high proportion of recycled steel and pairing it with FSC certified ash gives you a tool that not only performs beautifully but also reflects a more thoughtful way to garden. The RHS endorsement and long guarantee seal the deal; this is a fork you buy once and use for years, not a throwaway purchase. Whether you are refreshing pots on a balcony, tending an allotment or building a new border from scratch, it is a brilliant everyday companion.
