A lightweight and effective gardening tool which is works best when using in soils that have been prepared.
Like many gardening tasks, preparation and effort is required, where you invest time in preparation, results are produced with less effort. Neatly demonstrated by the photos of tools that have failed. Effective preparation recognizes this is is not a spade thus loosening the soil with a gardening fork will produce a better growth and make the bulb planting experience a lot more enjoyable.
My process is simple, garden fork to slightly loosen the soil, press the planter into the ground, turn back & forth whilst lifting slightly to remove a plug of earth, insert bulb, squeeze planter to release a plug of soil.
I've enjoyed plating several dozen bulbs in what would be quite compacted and heavily trodden lawn. Forking is important, and it's brilliant to maintain the turf plug.
TOP TIP: Loosen the soil using a garden fork before twisting the planter back and forth in the ground.
TOP TIP: Avoid using force, this is not a spade.
In summary a well made hand tool which works perfectly. I paid about £7 which is great value, and really enjoyed the result.
| Manufacturer | Draper Tools |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 21861 |
| Product Dimensions | 23.4 x 11.8 x 9 cm; 10 g |
| Item model number | 21861 |
| Size | One Size |
| Colour | Green and Black |
| Finish | Powder Coated |
| Material | Tool Steel |
| Power Source | Hand Powered |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Head Style | Hex |
| Usage | Plant Growing |
| Included Components | 1 x Bulb Planter |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Item Weight | 10 g |
