Best Ames Gardening Spades in 2026

Root slayer transplanting and multi-purpose shovel digs through sod and roots like they’re not there, with its “Inverted V” cutting blade tip and specially designed root-cutting rip Saw teeth, eliminating the need for saws, hatchets, pry-bars, and more

Patented ergonomic natural radius O-Handle grip with 4 times the gripping surface of traditional D-handle tools provides additional leverage while reducing hand and wrist stress

The blade of the root slayer Perennial shovel is 70% of the size of the original root slayer, ensuring lightweight usability without sacrificing sharpness or strength.

Serrated shovel designed for reducing stress on your hands and wrist

Digging shovel with V-shaped cutting tip to easily rip roots and dirt

Garden digging shovel with durable powder-coated carbon steel tip

Comfort Step for secure placement

Digging shovel with tempered steel blade

Oversized cushion grip on fiberglass handle for comfort

Durable Blade: The blade is strong and is composed of high-quality steel. Because of its ergonomic design, it is easier to exert strong effort, and its beautifully sharpened edge easily cuts through dense dirt. The 18-inch blade has a powder coating, is durable, resistant to rust and weather, and is simple to clean.

Solid Plastic Handle with Comfortable D-Grip: The handle is composed of hard plastic. The robust handle will last for a long time and can withstand any weather conditions; it won't transmit heat or cold. Working comfortably is made possible since the handle maintains a steady temperature.

Versatile: The 48-Inch-long Drain spade shovels is made from high-quality materials, such as heat-treated steel, which makes them durable and long-lasting. Despite their durability, drain spade shovel is lightweight, which makes them easy to handle and maneuvered. A compact and portable tool that can be easily transported to job sites.

VERSATILITY— It can be used as garden shovel, kids beach shovel, camping shovel, and car shovel.Very helpful for smaller excavation and planting projects.

he D-shaped handle design can increase the grip strength of the hand and complete the work of digging shovel more easily.The short handle with grip works as you dig out unwanted roots and shoots in your garden.

MULTIPLE USES —It can be used for transplanting and composting in the planting frame. It can also cut dirt, remove dust and gravel, and fill sandbags. More suitable for beach and wild survival excavation.

This is a versatile shovels for gardening,which is very suitable for transplanting and planting.It is also suitable for digging ditches,column holes,sprinkling pipeline ditches,out some irrigation equipment,and removing weeds with developed roots.

The spade shovels for digging head is narrow and long,which is more suitable for digging the depth and width you need in a narrow space without damaging the surrounding environment.wonderful tool to dig perennials to move.Really digs a deep hole without a lot of effort.

The transplanting shovel whether it is used on thick lawn or in cohesive soil with rocks,the narrow and sharp shovel head can well concentrate the foot force on one point,making excavation easier.

NARROW 16-INCH STEEL BLADE digs deep holes into tight spaces and under plant roots

LIGHTWEIGHT & WEATHER-RESISTANT 27-inch fiberglass handle

COMFORT STEP for secure footing while digging

Tempered steel floral blade for digging in tight spaces

Power collar adds strength and durability

Hardwood handle is strong and durable

Round point steel blade for digging holes for medium to large plants

Forward-turned step helps increase pressure with each step

5-inch poly end grip for increased control

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LONG HANDLE TOOLS

SHOVELS, LONG HANDLE, ROUND POINT

Forged steel blade with an extended socket that has a double rivet connection between handle and blade

Like an open back style, the blade's solid shank doesn't allow soil build up

Shallow bowl and low blade lift allows for near vertical digging

White Ash wooden handle is lacquered for weather resistance and lightweight but very durable

Closed-back shovel has black coated surface to resist rust

Made from strong 14-gauge heat-treated steel which will not bend under normal use

Wooden handle is lightweight, durable, and lacquered for weather resistance

Handle widens slightly at the end to provide firm hand grip

Deeply curved bowl makes it easier to carry soil, gravel, or other materials

Square point shovel with a durable construction for precise digging and transplanting tasks

Designed for durability and strength in outdoor conditions

Square point blade for precise cutting and lifting of soil or other materials