Convertible weedless rotary hoe and tiller and methods of use

Abstract

A convertible rotary hoe and tiller apparatus for weeding and loosening soil without being prone to clogging with weeds during normal use. The convertible rotary hoe and tiller apparatus generally comprises a tilling assembly connected to a power differential, the tilling assembly comprising a plurality of tines operably connected to a hub, wherein at least some of the tines are curved, rearwardly facing relative to the direction of rotation, and turned in a direction outside the plane of the hub. During normal hoeing operation, the curved portion of the tines makes initial contact before the ends of the tines, such that the convertible rotary hoe and tiller apparatus in the hoe configuration functions in a more efficient manner to weed the soil and vegetation as opposed to digging or tilling the soil.

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