Similar to the Japanese HoriHori knife but upgraded with an ABS plastic handle and stainless steel blade. Bright orange handle for easy identification in garden/field. Perfect tool for cutting roots, transplanting, digging in the home garden or even commercial horticulture operations. Best to order with the HJ245 sheath. For Transplanting and Planting: The blade has a slight scoop that is perfect for lifting out small seedlings. The narrow blade works really well for digging holes for plugs, tray packs, and 4 inch pots. Cuts through any soil. For plants that are so small and delicate to lift out with a shovel, the Hori Hori’s serrated edge can be used to cut around the root ball and lift the small plant out of the ground safely. Easily cut through root balls to divide plants. Great for planting bulbs. For Container Gardens: The small blade is just the right size for small pots. Great for big pots too. If you have to remove an overcrowded plant from a pot, use the blade to slice around the root ball and loosen the plant up enough for an easy removal. The small blade fits between existing plant roots, when you’re trying to squeeze in a few more annuals or bulbs. Other Garden Uses: Clean and scrape out bird feeders, pots, seedling trays, drainage holes, and rock walls. Relocate spiders. Cut open bags of potting soil.