What Is a Plant Dibber?

Crafted from wood, metal or plastic, a dibber is a long, pointed stick that pokes identical holes into the soil creating a space to plant seeds, seedlings, cuttings and small bulbs. A dibber can range in width and come with a variety of handle styles including straight, T-shaped and D-shaped handles.

Do I need a dibber?

Dibbers poke holes in the soil to plant seeds, seedlings and small bulbs. ... Thinner dibbers are best for seeds and small seedlings. Thicker dibbers are better suited to bigger seedlings and small bulbs. A dibber is not the right tool for planting larger bulbs.

What is a Widger and dibber?

The Widger removes the seedling and the Dibber makes a hole in the compost for it to be placed into.