What is a spring rake used for?

A spring rake is a gardening tool that is used for raking and collecting leaves, grass clippings, and other debris from lawns and gardens. It is also sometimes called a lawn rake or a leaf rake.

Spring rakes have long, flexible tines made of metal or plastic, which are designed to bend as you pull them across the ground. This makes them ideal for raking up leaves and other light debris, without damaging the grass or soil underneath. The flexible tines also make it easier to collect debris from uneven surfaces and tight corners.

Spring rakes are typically used in the fall, when leaves begin to fall from trees and cover lawns and gardens. However, they can be used throughout the year for general lawn maintenance and cleanup. In addition to raking leaves and grass clippings, spring rakes can be used to loosen and level soil, remove thatch, and spread mulch.

To use a spring rake, simply hold the handle firmly and pull it towards you, using short, rapid strokes. Move the rake back and forth across the ground, working in one direction and then the other, until you have collected all the debris. Once you have finished raking, you can then dispose of the debris or use it for composting.