--- product_id: 388153004 title: "Genuine Soil Block Maker - Mini 5 Hand Held, Made in England" brand: "ladbrooke" price: "€ 208.95" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Ladbrooke" url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/388153004-genuine-soil-block-maker-mini-5-hand-held-made-in store_origin: FR region: France --- # 5 soil blocks per press Eco-friendly plastic-free gardening Made in England, premium quality Genuine Soil Block Maker - Mini 5 Hand Held, Made in England **Brand:** ladbrooke **Price:** € 208.95 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🧱 Grow smarter, not harder β€” the future of seed starting is here! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Genuine Soil Block Maker - Mini 5 Hand Held, Made in England by ladbrooke - **How much does it cost?** € 208.95 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/388153004-genuine-soil-block-maker-mini-5-hand-held-made-in) ## Best For - ladbrooke enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ladbrooke brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compact & Handheld Precision:** Ergonomic design with included seed pins for effortless, precise seed placement every time. - β€’ **Durable Zinc-Plated Steel Build:** Crafted to last with robust corrosion-resistant materials made in England. - β€’ **Eco-Conscious Gardening Upgrade:** Eliminate plastic pots and trays, reducing waste and promoting sustainable growth. - β€’ **Maximize Seed Starts Efficiently:** Create five uniform 1.5" soil blocks simultaneously for faster germination. - β€’ **Air-Pruned Roots for Healthier Plants:** Soil blocks naturally air-prune roots, minimizing transplant shock and boosting growth. ## Overview The Ladbrooke Genuine Soil Block Maker Mini 5 is a premium, hand-held gardening tool made in England that produces five uniform 1.5-inch soil blocks at once. Constructed from durable zinc-plated steel, it offers an eco-friendly alternative to plastic pots by enabling air-pruned root growth, reducing transplant shock, and enhancing seed germination success. Ideal for professional and passionate gardeners seeking sustainable, efficient seed starting solutions. ## Description Ladbrooke Soil Blockers are an ingenious and eco-friendly solution to germinating seeds. Soil Blocker create individual blocks of soil with indentations for each seed, eliminating pricking out and providing a high rate of germination and easy blooming. Made of robust zinc-plated steel construction, Ladbrooke Soil Blockers are one of the most efficient gardening tools available! You can help reduce our global waste by using organic gardening tools such as Ladbrooke Soil Blockers. Review: Great product! Review: Excellent quality, exactly as expected ## Features - Look for the Ladbrooke logo on the handle of the Mini 5. - This genuine Ladbrooke Mini 5 creates five blocks of soil for seed germination and transplanting that are each 1-1/2” x 1-1/2" x 1-1/2”. The Mini 5 produces five soil blocks at a time and comes with a packet of five standard 3/8" seed pins, which must be inserted - To make soil blocks, potting soil is compressed wet into the soil block mold and then discharged into a tray with the ejection handle. Soil blockers make a "pot-less" pot for starting seeds. With soil blocks, roots are air-pruned and transplant shock, stunting, slow-growth is greatly reduced - Soil blocking offers an eco-friendly system that eliminates the need for using plastic seed starting trays, and buying, storing and sanitizing plastic pots - Made in England, Ladbrooke is renowned for making the highest quality garden tools. All Ladbrooke soil blocking tools are made from zinc coated steel that will last for years - These are utilitarian, hand-made gardening tools. Cosmetic blemishes and water bathing marks made during manufacturing are natural, and in no way alter the functionality or durability of the tools ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0793MDSKT | | Brand | Ladbrooke | | Brand Name | Ladbrooke | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 277 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05061058960062 | | Manufacturer | Ladbrooke | | Style | Block, Potting | | Style Name | Block,Potting | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ladbrooke - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 05061058960062 - **Style:** Block,Potting ## Images ![Genuine Soil Block Maker - Mini 5 Hand Held, Made in England - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71x3IEXwpxL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what’s the block size? unit dimensions?** A: The Mini 5 makes five soil blocks at a time, which each measure 1-3/8" square. **Q: how can we order additional replacement nipples?** A: The 5/8" standard seed pins may be ordered here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FYDPGMU The 1" Seed Pins (dibbles) may be ordered here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FYGM17K **Q: I ordered 1 like this a few years back. Now I want the 1" dibbles and am not being able to find them here or their site?** A: These are available on Amazon.com in sets of 4 only. You can get them in a set of 5 by contacting the seller via their site. www.amazon.com/Soil-Block-Maker-Dowel-Seed/dp/B00FYGM17K **Q: Does anyone have this and the 2"? Is it worth getting both?** A: I have this one; but not the 2”. I have LOVED this one, and have never felt like I needed the 2”. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product! *by S***E on 12 April 2024* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent quality, exactly as expected *by C***E on 9 January 2026* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works great *by C***Y on 23 March 2024* --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.fr/products/388153004-genuine-soil-block-maker-mini-5-hand-held-made-in](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/388153004-genuine-soil-block-maker-mini-5-hand-held-made-in) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-04-27*