Systems and methods which provide for tool-free detachable implement change without aid of separate tools are described. A tool-free implement change mechanism may comprise a plurality of apparatuses operable in cooperation to facilitate installation and/or removal of detachable implements with respect to a host garden machine without aid of separate tools. For example, a tool-free implement change mechanism may comprise a motor shaft locking apparatus and an implement securing apparatus. In operation according to embodiments, a motor shaft locking apparatus of embodiments may be engaged to prevent movement of motor shaft when tightening or loosening an implement securing apparatus used for affixing the detachable implement to the shaft assembly.