GETTING YOUR POTTING SOIL
SOIL MATES are ideal for moving potting soil from a bag to a pot or planter.  Each
of our specially shaped SOIL MATES holds 3-5 times more soil than an average
size trowel or a hand.  Use them also for any other loose materials such as fertilizers,
bird seeds, etc.



POTTING - EASY, FAST AND VIRTUALLY SPILL-FREE!
  • Place plant in the center of the pot.
  • Insert the smaller SOIL MATE between the plant and the inside of the
       pot or planter and push it against the root ball to create an opening.
  • Using the larger SOIL MATE as a scoop, drop potting soil into the space
       you created.  
SOIL MATES are great with planters which have liners of moss and coconut fibers.

DIGGING A PERFECT HOLE - IN JUST SECONDS!
  • Using one or both SOIL MATES, push them into the ground to define the
       size of the hole you want to create (optimum size 5-10").
  • Then insert the SOIL MATES, on opposing sides of the area you defined.
  • Push the bottoms together and lift the soil out of the ground.
Because of the unique shape of the SOIL MATES, the bottom of the hole will be flat
and ready for planting.  Recommended only for soft soil.


TRANSPLANTING - ROOT BALL STAYS INTACT.
In much the same manner as described to dig a hole, work on both sides of the
plant you wish to move.  The fairly sharp bottoms of the SOIL MATES make them
ideally suited for breaking up root balls before planting.  They are also perfect for
dividing and transplanting small to medium size perennials.



EMPTY POTS OR PLANTERS - IT IS FAST AND CLEAN
If you wish to prepare a previously used large pot or planter for a new plant, simply
use the SOIL MATES for quick and spill-free removal of existing soil.  It is similar to
digging a hole as shown above.  You may either use one or both SOIL MATES.



SCOOPING UP DIRT
SOIL MATES are perfectly suited for picking up any loose material (dirt, pebbles,
seeds, etc.) from a flat surface such as a table, floor or terrace.  Just push the two
SOIL MATES together as shown in the picture and lift them up.
The following other uses have been
recommended by some of our customers:
  •  Use them for bird seeds and pet food
  •  Spread salt to de-ice driveway and walkways
  •  Remove cold ashes from a fireplace
  •  Remove snow and ice from a windshield
  •  Mix concrete
  •  Scoop up compost
  •  Stir potting mix when adding water
  •  Mixing up soil components such as peat moss,
     compost, sand etc.
SOIL MATES - UNLIKE ANY OTHER TROWEL

What distinguishes our patented SOIL MATES from other
regular trowels or scoops is their flat bottom and slightly curved
design. This makes them ideal for potting, transplanting and
digging holes. They are made of strong, light-weight nylon, have
colorful PVC foam grips for added comfort and are practically
unbreakable.  As you can see in the pictures below, they are a
truly multi-purpose tool for house and garden.

Only $13.95 (set of 2) plus shipping and handling.
How to use your SOIL MATES
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