Diameter proportionate to length. The four footers have good diameter, but three are quite a bit thinner, but strong and adequate for the size of plant needing staking.
My soil is clay and compacted sand. I had a huge job, needing to dig out overgrown decorative grass and move it in pieces all around the house to stop some soil erosion. Having arthritis and aMy soil is clay and compacted sand. I had a huge job, needing to dig out overgrown decorative grass and move it in pieces all around the house to stop some soil erosion. Having arthritis and a troublesome back injury, I didn't know how I was going to get this done, but this Spear Head Spade really was a lifesaver! It cut through the difficult ground without problems and withstood my needing to pry some of those roots out of the ground. The foot plates are perfect for effortlessly getting underneath the surface, too. Also found it essential for EASILY planting new perennials in the same space in amended soil. Will never again waste timeeffort with my full-size shovel ... and now hubby wants to know where I got it. Would absolutely recommend!"..."Read more