Sneeboer Planting Trowel ‘Old Dutch Style’ – 14 cm Ash Handle This Old Dutch Style planting trowel from Sneeboer is the shorter version of Monty Don’s favourite trowel, a tool with real heritage, developed from traditional Dutch planting methods used for generations. With its distinctive heart-shaped blade, it works differently to a standard trowel. Instead of a scooping action, it is used in a more direct, chopping motion, quickly forming clean planting holes for bulbs, seedlings and small plants, especially in well prepared beds. It’s also proved effective for making larger planting holes when setting out veg. and plants. The design reflects early 20th-century Dutch market gardening, where tools were created for speed and efficiency when planting at scale, a practical approach that still defines its use today. The weight and balance help it drop cleanly into the soil, while the sharpened edges keep each cut precise and controlled. Particularly effective when you need to plant quickly and with minimum effort. How to Use: The way to use this Sneeboer trowel is totally different to the norm, instead of the usual scooping action, you use it the same way one would use an axe. The weight is heavy and the balance is different. Penetrate the soil (you need the weight) move the trowel forwards and backwards and you have a perfect planting hole. Product Information: Hand forged stainless steel head FSC Certified Ash Hardwood Handle Width of head 13 cm Length of head 14 cm Length of handle 14 cm Total length 30 cm Weight 0.40 kg
