Does this work in very hard soil?
1154925
In very hard, dry soil this instrument would not do a good job. It needs to get down, grab the weed and then pull it out. It the soil is hard and dry the week will break and you would not be able to pull it out. Works better with a wet soil.
1154926
We have hardpack soil here in Southern California, I water the area first, then all of the roots come out.
1154927
Depends on how hard. To get all the roots out, wet the area and wait a while. You have to press hard otherwise, possibly damaging the device. If you can readily penetrate the soil with foot action, it will work well.
1619525
Yes it can. But it depends on the soil type how quickly. You need to pull it out to bring the dirt out every so often. I actually started with a smaller auger to start the hole and used the longer one to go down deeper. Clay soil is a bit hard to get through but doable.
688437
I've only used it on soil, both soft and compacted. It worked just fine in both. Never took it to the beach...sorry. It locates property pins really well; my primary use.
1056692
I have not used it on rocky soil. If the rocks are large I would not use it. If the rocks are small (like gravel) and the soil is damp, then it would be good. This tool loosens soil, it does not turn it over like a roto tiller. Probably a roto tiller would be better for very rocky soil.
197370
i have used my auger on some very hard soil, it worked well with a normal electric hand drill. it also worked with a cordless drill. hope this helps..
2014393
I'm not sure. The soil has to be somewhat loose in order to insert the probe. If it is too hard I think the probe could be damaged.
1674659
It works great if the ground is not soft (like after rain). When I have to deal with the latter, I use it in upright mode so the big wheels are in use.
542552
It works really well in soil, but hydro I have no clue. Have never tried that.
1881071
Yes. The depth is adjustable. Just make sure your soil is well worked and loose.
1965653
I have used it half a dozen times. Mostly in an above ground garden that is soft dirt. I did use it to clear our about 200 square feet of grass to lay mulch. It did it like a champ. It does clog up around the tines quickly if there is a lot of root being tilled. I love it for the purpose it serves me.
1603443
Not particularly well in heavy dirt or mud. Works great on grass and around my flower beds. Saves my back when weeding a long time.
254587
Used it on hard packed Texas ground. It worked like a champ, but I did use it 2 days after a heavy rain so the ground was damp but not really wet.
980700
The ground has to be smooth concrete or tile, I do not think it works directly on dirt ground.
1411626
I haven't had the opportunity to use my tiller much, but I was pleased with it's ability to till. My soil was fairly soft and moist. The success you have will most likely depend on the ground you will be working. If it is hard and dry and the grass is really thick and the roots well matted, you might run into problems. I was more concerned with the stability of the wheel base, It seemed to me to be a little weak.
806480
I think it will work fine. Be sure to use steel spikes to pound into the hard soil to hold it down.
254590
I have used this tiller in my garden, and it gets pretty packed down by the end of the summer, with picking vegetables and other reasons for walking down the rows. This tiller will work in hard packed ground. But, it will work you pretty hard, too. It is light and bounces around, the tines spinning very fast. You have to go forward, bouncing, and drag it back down the row; dragging it back it does more of the tilling. And repeat several times. I use a gas powered rear tine tiller to do most of my tilling. I got this one for in between rows of vegetables. It does the job slowly and works you very hard too. I almost think it is easier to use a hoe. I have used this tiller in my garden, and it gets pretty packed down by the end of the summer, with picking vegetables and other reasons for walking down the rows. This tiller will work in hard packed ground. But, it will work you pretty hard, too. It is light and bounces around, the tines spinning very fast. You have to go forward, bouncing, and drag it back down the row; dragging it back it does more of the tilling. And repeat several times. I use a gas powered rear tine tiller to do most of my tilling. I got this one for in between rows of vegetables. It does the job slowly and works you... » Read More I have used this tiller in my garden, and it gets pretty packed down by the end of the summer, with picking vegetables and other reasons for walking down the rows. This tiller will work in hard packed ground. But, it will work you pretty hard, too. It is light and bounces around, the tines spinning very fast. You have to go forward, bouncing, and drag it back down the row; dragging it back it does more of the tilling. And repeat several times. I use a gas powered rear tine tiller to do most of my tilling. I got this one for in between rows of vegetables. It does the job slowly and works you very hard too. I almost think it is easier to use a hoe. « Show Less
2014396
I would be afraid to try. While the brass probe is sturdy I don't think it is intended for use in ground that hard.