A spade is a gardening tool with a flat, rectangular blade and a long handle, designed for digging, cutting, and moving soil. It is commonly used in landscaping and gardening tasks, such as planting flowers or vegetables. The blade is typically made of metal, while the handle can be made of wood or fiberglass. In addition to its gardening use, the term "spade" can also refer to a suit in a standard deck of playing cards, represented by a black symbol resembling a heart with a stem. This suit is one of four in the deck, alongside hearts, diamonds, and clubs.