Onion HoeThe Onion Hoe is a versatile weeding tool that is used by pulling the sharp edge across the soil to cut off annual weeds. Or turn it on its edge and use the pointed tip to chop and dig. It's commonly used in vegetable gardens, especially in raised beds, but is also a precision hand weeding tool that can be used in garden beds. Troy Scott Smith, head gardener at Sissinghurst Castle Gardens, says that an onion hoe is his favourite weeding tool for