Burgon & Ball - Hand Held Bulb Planter – Professional Serrated Soil Corer

Burgon & Ball RHS Hand Held Bulb Planter – Professional Serrated Soil Corer

*Back in stock August/September 2026*

The Burgon & Ball RHS Hand Held Bulb Planter is an essential tool for gardeners looking to create a spectacular springtime display with minimal effort. This specialist tool streamlines the planting process, allowing you to create uniform holes in seconds. Unlike standard planters, this model features a unique deeply serrated edge designed to bite into packed or heavy ground, ensuring a clean soil core removal every time. It combines the beauty of traditional materials with a high-performance design that turns a repetitive task into a pleasure.

Best For: Gardeners planting large quantities of bulbs in borders, pots, or lawns who require precision depth and effortless soil penetration.

Key Features

• Deeply Serrated Edge: The specialized cutting teeth allow the planter to penetrate compacted or clay-heavy soils much more easily than smooth-edged alternatives.

• Integrated Depth Indicators: Features clear markings up to 4 inches (approx. 10cm) on the stainless steel head, ensuring every bulb is planted at the optimal depth for successful flowering.

• Clean Core Removal: Effortlessly removes a 6cm diameter core of soil; simply replace the core once the bulb is seated to finish the job neatly.

• Premium Materials: Crafted with a rust-resistant, mirror-polished stainless steel head and a comfortable FSC-certified hardwood handle for long-lasting durability.

• RHS Endorsed: Officially endorsed by the Royal Horticultural Society and backed by a lifetime guarantee, reflecting the highest standards in gardening tool engineering.

Specifications

• Brand: Burgon & Ball

• Overall Length: 29cm

• Max Head Width: 7cm (removes a 6cm core)

• Weight: 532g

• Material: FSC Certified Hardwood & Stainless Steel

Ideal For (Uses)

• Mass Bulb Planting: Perfect for establishing drifts of Tulips, Daffodils, or Alliums in garden beds or through turf.

• Tough Soil Conditions: The serrated edge makes it a superior choice for gardens with heavy, sun-baked, or neglected soil that usually resists standard planters.

• Precise Depth Control: Essential for bulbs that are sensitive to planting depth, ensuring consistent growth across your entire display.

• Potted Displays: Ideal for "lasagna planting" or layering bulbs in large containers where space for a full-sized spade is limited.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.

Business Delivery:

• Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
• If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
• If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
• Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.

Lead Times:

• In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
• Supplier-Dependent Items: Usually take 2–8 weeks to arrive, depending on supplier availability. Products from Adloheat may take 8–12 weeks to manufacture—they are made to order in Australia by a small business, and longer lead times reflect the care put into quality.

While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.

Biosecurity & Interstate Shipping Restrictions

Due to strict state biosecurity regulations, we are unable to ship some products to certain states and territories:

• Potting Mixes cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA), the Northern Territory (NT), or Tasmania (TAS).
• Seeds cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA).

Orders placed for these items to restricted states will be cancelled and refunded. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the items being ordered can lawfully be delivered to their state or territory.