Furrower BIG BIG-OB 170 x 14 cm gardening tool, 170 x 14 cm working size

The Furrower BIG BIG-OB 170 x 14 cm is a manual gardening tool designed for cutting straight, uniform furrows and trenches in garden beds and small fields. With a working size of 170 x 14 cm, this furrower provides an extended reach to form consistent grooves for planting seeds, tubers or for laying irrigation lines. Constructed for hand-operated use, it helps streamline soil preparation and improves the accuracy of seed placement, supporting more efficient planting and cultivation workflows.

Advantages

The tool’s long working length allows users to form deep and even furrows with fewer passes, reducing physical effort and time on larger beds. Its 14 cm width is suitable for a variety of crop spacing needs and for creating trenches for irrigation hoses. The simple, manual design requires no power source and is easy to transport and store. Durable materials and a straightforward profile offer reliable performance in different soil types when used correctly.

Suitable for

• Making planting furrows for seeds and tubers
• Creating trenches for drip lines or irrigation hoses
• Opening uniform grooves for transplanting seedlings
• Soil preparation in vegetable beds and allotments

Key specifications

• Working length: 170 cm
• Working width: 14 cm
• Manual, hand-operated tool suitable for garden and small-field use
• Designed for forming straight furrows and trenches
• Suitable for use in a range of soil textures when operated with appropriate force

How to use

Place the furrower at the intended starting point and push or pull it along the bed in a straight line to cut a furrow of the specified width and depth. Maintain steady pressure and a straight trajectory to ensure even furrow depth; on compacted or heavy soils, make multiple shallow passes rather than forcing a single deep cut. After creating the furrow, place seeds, tubers or irrigation lines into the groove and backfill as needed to secure them.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use the furrower on moist but not waterlogged soil to reduce resistance and avoid soil clumping. Clean soil from the tool after each use and store it in a dry place to prevent corrosion. When working in stony or very compacted ground, clear large stones beforehand and consider loosening the soil with a fork to protect the tool and ensure consistent furrow depth.