I have flower beds everywhere in huge yard, out in country, where wind is always blowing new seeds into yard. Most of them will sprout right next to a perennial or annual plant, where it is impossible to use any kind of weed killer. My daughter requested one of these for xmas and after I saw it, I got one for myself and just used it today. Ive been gardening for over 50yrs and cant believe all the time Ive wasted on my hand and knees, prying out weeds by hand, especially thistle, dandelion and spurge. I absolutely love this thing. The prongs are thick steel that wont bend in hard soil and after 2 or 3 twists, root comes right out and doesnt waste much soil. I took out over 4 dz weeds in 15 min. Im getting another to keep in back yard. Im mid-70's and feel kinda stupid for not getting one sooner, but didnt know this kind of wonderful thing even existed