Best Bulb Planter Reviews 2018

The price of a bulb planter is often influenced by a number things like the material used and its design. High-end and versatile bulb planters will cost around $100 while the less expensive ones that will still adequately serve their purpose will go for about $10. The cheap bulb planters we came across during our research are a waste of money, as they are made with inferior materials and will break after a short while, so we didn’t bother with them in our selection.

Gardening is such a relaxing activity but can quickly become tedious if you’re not using the right tools for certain activities. Planting seeds requires some digging which can be a lot of work without the right help. Bulb planters make this chore quick and easy, and consequently enjoyable.

Here are some of the features to look out for if you want to buy a bulb planter:

• Type
• Size
• Material
• Handle
• Care

The sections below will enlighten you on how these features affect the efficacy of bulb planters.

There are two main types of bulb planters, and they are the short hand and the standing planters. The short hand, as the name implies, has a short handle. This is an ideal choice for those who feel at home with as much contact with the earth as possible, as it requires you to kneel on the soil while you dig.

On the other hand, standing planters have an extended handle, sometimes as long as 36 inches, making it ideal for people who are not comfortable bending so often. These types usually have a sort of foot rest you can put your weight on to force the planter into the ground. Some bulb planters, whether the short or long variant, have plungers that scoop up dirt, hold it, and release it back into the hole after you must have placed in the seeds.

Ideally, gardening tools should not be prone to rust. This why brands use materials that are durable and non-corrosive. Different variants of steel are used for crafting bulb planters. Chrome-plated steel and stainless steel are the most commonly used. They are sturdy, stand the test of time, and are fortified against rust. The handle of bulb planters is often made with different materials such as wood or hardened plastic, but some planters have steel handles too.

Bulb planters come in various shapes and sizes which reflect in their weights and dimensions. The bulb planter you go for has to be influenced by how you intend to use it as that is how you will get the best out of the bulb planter you choose.

When in use, bulb planters are an extension of your hand; and the point of contact (the handle) determines how comfortable it is to use. Some bulb planters have handles like a garden shear, which are usually for standing use. The material used could be any kind and will require the use of both hands. This type is ideal for hard soils as you have the advantage of using both hands.

There’s a type of functional handle which is mostly made with hardened plastic and is the spring-loaded. This works by pushing the male side into the female with your thumb which causes the bulb planter to core out some dirt, creating a hole in the ground. Releasing it will let back out the soil onto the seeds you have planted. Sleek, isn’t it? Another type of handle has a lever in which pulling it does essentially the same thing as the spring-loaded variant.

We all want our lovely garden tools to last long. As such, we must play our part in making that happen by caring for them – it is the least we can do after all the work they have done for us, after all. Bulb planters are easy to clean because of the material they are made of. Typically, you can just use water to clean off the dirt from the day’s work and wipe dry with a cloth or leave it to air dry, but be sure to read the manufacturer’s instruction to know the recommended way to clean the bulb planter you opt for.