PLANTEM® Dibber - Triangular Tree Planting Dibble
PLANTEM® Dibber - Triangular Tree Planting Dibble
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Developed for rapid planting of cell or plug grown tree and hedge saplings. Unlike a tree planting spade, the PLANTEM® Dibber’s unique triangular cross-sectional shaped body is 30mm thick at its centre.
Insert it once to create a triangular pocket for small cells or bare-root saplings. Remove, twist and insert a second time to make a rectangular hole for larger cells. If planting in loose soil the tree sapling can be firmed in after inserting; on sites with more compacted soils, the dibbers flat front face can be used to backslot (roughly 6” away) and lever the soil upwards to loosen before heeling in, reducing air pockets around the cell and promoting root spread beyond.
As a general guide (each species and site varies)
- Conifer saplings : up to 60cm
- Broadleaf saplings: up to 60cm
For ‘commercial’ forestry planting or speed planting professionals who plant upwards of 500 per day (usually without guarding) PLANTEM® Short Dibber may be better suited – lightweight and short/adjustable height for working close to the ground, simultaneously dibbing holes and planting cells.
PLANTEM® Dibber Features:
- Unique cross-sectional triangular shape to dibbers body, creates a planting pocket in one hit, promotes roots embedding and spreading rather than hole-bound spiralling in clean circular cuts.
- Double sided foot plate with gripper profile.
- Large T-handle for comfort and 2-handed use.
- High visibility colour to mark your planting spot while you re-stock the bag.
- Engineered for durability, all steel construction.
- Biosecurity Compatible - fully cleanable by all arboriculture disinfectant sprays (eg Propellar or Cleankill)
- Overall length 96cm. Dibber body: length 20cm, width 8cm and 3cm thickness. Weight 2.6kg
- UK Design Registration Number: 6181025
- Manufactured in Staffordshire, UK.
** CAUTION: POINTED TIP – SUITABLE PROTECTIVE FOOTWEAR ADVISED **
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between a Tree Planting Spade and Tree Planting Dibber (or Dibble)? Should I care either way?
Spades are designed to dig holes, great for young trees with large root balls . . They usually have wide blades to move and carry soil efficiently.
Our Tree Planting Dibber is designed to make a triangular planting pocket in one strike, 9cm wide and 3cm deep.
So you use the Tree Planting Dibber with a different technique to a spade?
Yes, the dibber (or dibble) is pushed vertically into the soil to the desired depth. The cell/plug can then be dropped in to place and gently firmed in. If the soil isn't loose and crumbly just place a backslot 6” away from the planting pocket and lever gently to close the pocket bottom up to eliminate air pockets.
Can I use the PLANTEM® Dibber for plant bulbs?
Yes. With the right technique and loose soil for back filling you don’t even need to bend down!
Which one is right for me, the PLANTEM® Spear or Dibber?
Both have their advantages. The Tree Planting Dibber is brilliant on prepared planting spots, with looser soil to ease ‘firming in’. Its ideal for cell or plug grown saplings as it creates the right size hole in one or two strikes.
The tree planting Spear excels when there is more ground cover or brash, heavier, stony or rooted soils. It may be better if you have larger sapling too as it can be used to dig a hole rather than lever open a slot.
How much does the Dibble weigh?
2.6kg which we believe is a good balance between durability and portability, balancing well in the hand when hiking to the planting spot.
Are you VAT registered?
Yes, advertised prices include 20% VAT. VAT invoices are sent with all orders.
Quality of our Tree Planting Tools
PLANTEM® Tree Planting Spears and Dibbers are manufactured locally to Marshy Ridge Ltd HQ in Staffordshire. We’ve worked with the fabrication company for many years and seen the hard work and effort they place in delivering high quality workmanship.
Manufacturing our products in the UK gives us control of the supply chain and quality of goods we supply, helping significantly reduce transport mileage and our products carbon footprint.
Dispatch & Delivery
Orders are dispatched within 2 working days (typically 1 working day) from order receipt, unless pre-ordering for a specified date. Our products are packaged with minimal plastic content and all items are dispatched from Marshy Ridge Ltd using Carbon Offset transport as standard.
We take pride in the small things that help our customer achieve a big impact.