--- product_id: 63112237 title: "Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter" brand: "joseph bentley" price: "€ 2.76" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/63112237-joseph-bentley-stainless-steel-long-handled-bulb-planter store_origin: FR region: France --- # Stainless steel head 4" depth scale 104cm length Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter **Brand:** joseph bentley **Price:** € 2.76 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🌼 Dig Deep, Plant Smart! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter by joseph bentley - **How much does it cost?** € 2.76 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/63112237-joseph-bentley-stainless-steel-long-handled-bulb-planter) ## Best For - joseph bentley enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted joseph bentley brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Measure with Ease:** Etched 4" scale on the head helps you plant at the perfect depth every time. - β€’ **Lightweight Yet Sturdy:** Weighing only 798 grams, it's easy to handle without compromising strength. - β€’ **Bend-Free Bulb Planting:** Designed to eliminate back strain, making planting a breeze. - β€’ **Elevate Your Gardening Game:** Crafted with a stainless steel planting head for durability and precision. - β€’ **Heritage Meets Functionality:** FSC Certified wooden handle adds a touch of charm while ensuring comfort. ## Overview The Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter combines a durable stainless steel head with a charming FSC Certified wooden handle, featuring a convenient 4" depth scale. At 104cm long, it allows for effortless bulb planting without the need to bend, making it a must-have tool for any gardening enthusiast. ## Description Product Description Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter Keep the knee pads in the cupboard, and give your back a break, thanks to the Long Handled Bulb Planter from Joseph Bentley. Part of the Stainless Steel collection of essential garden tools, the planter’s stainless steel head features tread edged wings, letting it slice cleanly through the ground and remove a plug of soil. Once your bulb has been planted, simply release the plug back over the hole and move on to your next planting spot. The planter’s 7cm diameter allows ample room for all sizes of bulbs, and features a 4” depth guide for those plants that require a little more attention in planting. Easy to use in even the toughest of soils, this hardy planter is backed up by that defining heritage charm of the Joseph Bentley range. Joseph Bentley – Traditional Garden Tools First established in the late 1800s, Joseph Bentley has been giving British gardeners the tools to grow for well over a century. Today, Joseph Bentley provides exceptional tools for discerning gardeners, in a collection of traditional stainless steel spades, forks and planters. Box Contains 1 x Long Handled Bulb Planter ## Features - Stainless steel planting head with tread edged wings - FSC Certified wooden handle provides heritage charm - Etched 4" scale along head to aid in measuring planting depth - Eliminates the need for bending when planting bulbs - 104cm in length ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Product Dimensions | 100 x 26.01 x 10.01 cm; 798.32 Grams | | Part number | JBY0049 | | Item display height | 10 centimetres | | Item display length | 104 centimetres | | Item display width | 26 centimetres | | Item display weight | 0.08 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Joseph Bentley | | Item model number | JBY0049 | | ASIN | B003M5H4K4 | ## Images ![Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7191-+7AgEL.jpg) ![Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1a3n8xf9HL.jpg) ![Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1DY7KJlXxL.jpg) ![Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81HOIzSQ13L.jpg) ![Joseph Bentley Stainless Steel Long Handled Bulb Planter - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91asCfMI0PL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: "Easy to use even in the toughest of soils"? What about those of us wanting to naturalise bulbs in thick turf covered wild areas? Unbendable?** A: This is made from 3mm stainless steel and although I found it very effective, however I did bend the foot tread. I was planting bulbs in an area which was exceptionally rocky, but in normal terrain this wouldn't have occurred. I would recommend this product for, and it will cut through turf with ease. One top when using the bulb planter- after you have planted the first bulb do not remove the plug, this will happen naturally when you plant the 2nd bulb. Happy planting.Richard **Q: What if you want to plant bulbs deeper that 4 inches? How deep can you go with this?** A: Bulb depth depends on the bulb. Generally, a good rule is 2 and a half times the bulbs depth.if you need to go deeper then the capability of this tool, you need to either use a trowel or find a more appropriate planter. A good tip is to always finish the planting with a layer of mulch, either well rotted garden compost or leafmold so the bulbs would end up deeper anyway, but you can stretch it to,6 inches with this planter if really needed. **Q: Does this item comes with any guarantee?** A: According to the label it has a 15 year guarantee but be warned. I believe that Joseph Bentley went into administration in 2014. I further believe that Solus bought the brand and am awaiting a reply to find out whether they are going to honour the guarantee! **Q: how do you get the plug out?** A: It either gets pushed out when you tread on it to make the next hole, or if the soil is heavy and wet you turn the tool upside down and poke it with a piece of broomstick or similar. Either way, it leaves a beautifully neat, deep hole without disturbing any nearby plants. You can dig the hole 2" deeper tha you need and then add a handful of composted manure to the base to feed the bulb before planting it. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I'd bought this years ago. *by G***K on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 October 2015* Beautifully made tool, will never break, bend or wear out, comfortable to use. This year I had well over a hundred tulips, giant alliums and fritillaria persica bulbs to plant, all needing to go in very deep, between established plants. This did an amazing job - cut out deep, neat holes just where I wanted each bulb to go, with no disturbance to neighbouring plants. Previously, without such a tool, I had to dig quite large untidy holes to get down deep enough for large bulbs and those needing very deep planting, which limited where they could go. This time, I got lovely holes, deep enough to throw in a handful of composted manure before planting and covering the bulb. At that depth (20+ cms, 10 ins) the soil is relatively poor, so adding some fertiliser/soil conditioner should give the bulbs the targeted feed they need. I had read that tulips last longer if planted very deep, as they're less likely to produce offsets, and also the depth helps to support the stems so they remain upright in windy weather.It was quite hard work, but no more so than planting the bulbs by digging holes with a spade, and much less than with an unsatisfactory bulb planting tool. This one would be useful for planting young plants in small pots, and here again, one could add fertiliser/soil conditioner to the hole to get them off to a good start, or even fill the hole with John Innes compost to provide targeted soul improvement. Some of my bulbs were planted fairly near to an old hedge, and I found the tool cut through roots quite deep underground.At less than 30p per bulb this year alone, I reckon it's earned its place in the tool shed! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely, bang-on YES! *by N***! on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 November 2016* In one of my more enthusiastic gardening moments, I managed to end up purchasing just over one thousand spring flowering bulbs. Not too much of an issue for those destined for the borders beause the soil there is quite loose, but there were a fair number to go under the lawn which has had around fifty years in which to get established.So, in a subsequent calmer moment I thought that I ought to have a look for a tool that would help. After veiwing several of the available tools and associated comments I decided to plumb for this - and I'm glad that I did. It might be a bit more expensive than some of the alternatives, but you basically get what you pay for - quality. The tool is sturdy and comfortable to hold, and the serrated edge made short work of the turf (which was moist at the time, might have been a bit more work of it had been drier). What isn't shown in any of the current photos is the etched scale, which is large and easy to see.The design of the handle enables two hands to be used to twist the tool into the turf, and without the fear that the handle itself might twist or break - some of the alternatives look like single-handed implements which would require the wrist to be twisted, unlike this tool. not sure about the claim that it eliminates the need for bending, though - you still have to bung the bulbs into the holes and replace the divots! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Good product very bad packaging *by T***C on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 March 2013* Bought this item as a gift for a relative and they were very pleased with it. Good quality product and a good price, cheaper than the garden centres for exactly the same item. Delivery was excellent, it arrived two days after placing the order. The item was packed in an oversized cardboard box which was badly damaged when it was delivered. The delivery guys, yes it took two of them to carry this to my front door, guess they were trying to hide the damage didn't have the decency to point out the damage, they were just interested in getting a signature. As I had to pay for delivery, I think this company should consider using another carrier as this one didn't seem to care. --- ## 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/63112237-joseph-bentley-stainless-steel-long-handled-bulb-planter](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/63112237-joseph-bentley-stainless-steel-long-handled-bulb-planter) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*