The planting trowel is balanced with the majority of the weight situated in the blade of the tool. This might seem odd, but it is a perfect example of form following function as the planting trowel is designed to make planting holes and is less suited for scooping or digging work. The heavy blade makes it easy and more comfortable to drive the blade in the soil as less force is required. When the blade is firmly in the ground, wiggle it back and forth and after removing the blade from the soil you are left with a perfect planting hole. The planting trowel is available with multiple handle sizes from ash or cherry wood.
