singlecoyote
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Has anyone use a small auger (2-4") on a screw gun or a gas powered auger (like a Stihl BT 45) for planting seedlings or plugs? If so, how did that go? Thanks.
Tree planting auger?
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dbltree
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I know some folks use that type of setup to take soil samples for testing so no doubt it would work for planting seedlings with plugs or pots.
Just a matter of finding the right auger and using an extension so one isn't bending over all day...could work great!:way:
tracker
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I used an auger last year and had to pull and replant alot of the trees because the roots werent getting good contact with the dirt. The problem with augers is if the ground is wet the dirt will come out in balls/bigger chunks. With chunks going back in you get air pockets which viod root contact to absorb nutrients. Using a round point or spade resulted in over 90% survival and was actually quicker. Air pockets in the soil is also an invitation for insects and mice to make a new home.
Give it a try, perhaps your luck will be better than mine. I sure agree anything to make it easier!
Give it a try, perhaps your luck will be better than mine. I sure agree anything to make it easier!
singlecoyote
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How about using a dibble or tree planting bar? Has anyone used one of these?
dbltree
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I use a dibble bar and it works well but i'm going to try this auger...check it out at BigRockTrees.com
Look under "tools"...pretty neat deal! :way:
JEG
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We planted a bunch of berry bushes last fall using a drill during near drought conditions and it worked great. I used a gas drill with either 3" and 5" augers, in the sod and hard clay it was tough going but it did break things up nice. Cant remeber the brand of drill I have but its like the Tanaka drills linemen use and the auger was from Forestry Suppliers. Going to use it this spring for my trees.