This practical handheld seed sower is an excellent addition to any gardener’s kit, making spring sowing significantly faster, more convenient, and more economical. Specially designed for precision, it solves the common problem of sowing tiny seeds (such as carrots, radishes, dill, lettuce, and many summer flowers) too densely.
The sower features a transparent lid for monitoring seed quantity and an adjustable dial with several different-sized openings. By selecting the opening that matches the seed size, you can control the application rate and prevent seeds from bunching. This significantly reduces the labor-intensive task of thinning plants later and saves valuable seed material. The device is ideal for both direct sowing in garden beds and for starting seeds in trays and pots. Made of durable plastic (Product of France), it is reusable year after year.
Usage and Growing Instructions:
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Remove the transparent lid of the sower and pour the required amount of seeds into the container.
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Close the lid and turn the dial to select the opening best suited for the seed size (openings are numbered 1 to 5).
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Hold the sower horizontally or at a slight angle and tap the handle of the device lightly with your finger. The vibration helps the seeds exit evenly and one by one.
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After use, empty any remaining seeds from the sower and wipe clean with a dry cloth.
Tips and recommendations:
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If you have selected the wrong size opening and too many seeds come out at once, simply turn the dial to a smaller opening until you achieve the desired application rate.
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When sowing very small seeds (e.g., petunia or begonia), mix the seeds with a little dry fine sand before placing them in the sower – this makes sowing even more uniform and easier to track.
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Store the sower in a dry place to prevent seeds from sticking to the walls of the device during the next use.