Burgon & Ball - BoronGreen – Digging Fork: Sustainable Heavy-Duty Boron Steel

Burgon & Ball BoronGreen – Digging Fork: Sustainable Heavy-Duty Boron Steel

The Burgon & Ball BoronGreen Digging Fork is the definitive choice for gardeners who refuse to compromise between high-performance durability and environmental responsibility. Utilizing boron steel—a material renowned for its superior strength-to-weight ratio—this fork is tougher and more resilient than standard carbon steel. Engineered with a massive 100kg load capacity, it is designed to penetrate the heaviest soils and withstand intense prying without deformation. This tool represents a new standard in sustainable horticulture, combining recycled materials with professional-grade longevity.

Best For: Serious gardeners and professionals tackling heavy-duty soil turning, deep aeration, and large-scale cultivation in challenging terrain.

Key Features

• Recycled Boron Steel Tines: Crafted from 80% recycled sources, the boron steel head is harder and tougher than traditional steel, ensuring the tines maintain their sharpness and resist bending under heavy loads.

• Unmatched Load Strength: Tested to 100kg—nearly double the British Standard requirement—offering peace of mind when working in compacted or stony ground.

• Thermo-Treated Ash Handle: The FSC-certified white ash handle undergoes a patent-pending thermal treatment to enhance moisture resistance and durability, finished with a comfortable, double-riveted "Y" grip.

• Strapped Socket Design: Features an extra-long, double-riveted strapped socket that provides essential flex at the tool's primary stress point, preventing the handle from snapping during high-leverage tasks.

• Weather-Resistant Coating: Finished in a distinctive BoronGreen powder coating, the head is shielded against rust and corrosion for years of reliable outdoor use.

Specifications

• Brand: Burgon & Ball

• Overall Length: 110cm

• Head Dimensions: 28cm long x 18cm wide

• Weight: 2.17kg

• Materials: 80% Recycled Boron Steel & FSC White Ash

Ideal For (Uses)

• Heavy Soil Turning: Breaking up clods and preparing large vegetable patches or flower beds for spring planting.

• Deep Aeration: Puncturing compacted lawns or garden beds to improve drainage and nutrient flow to root zones.

• Organic Waste Management: Effortlessly turning compost heaps and moving garden debris due to its balanced, lightweight design.

• Lifting Established Plants: The reinforced socket provides the necessary leverage for prying up large, well-rooted perennials or shrubs for division.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.

Business Delivery:

• Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
• If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
• If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
• Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.

Lead Times:

• In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
• Supplier-Dependent Items: Can take up to 2 weeks to arrive.

While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.