Rule Maker

Rule Maker

Whether you’re sowing a long row of carrots or setting out seedling starts, the Rule Maker takes the guesswork out of the job. Its solid stainless-steel V-shaped blade cuts a clean, consistent furrow through the soil, distributing earth equally to both sides as you go. Once your seeds are placed, simply angle the tool and use the curved blade edges to gently close the furrow — no bending, no extra tools, no fuss. This is the kind of considered design that comes from over a century of horticultural expertise at Sneeboer in the Netherlands.

Hand-Forged Precision for Straight-Row Sowing

The blade of this Rule Maker features gently curved edges that guide soil smoothly aside, making it especially well-suited for gardeners who want uniform rows without constant re-tracing. The V-shaped profile ensures the furrow depth stays consistent from one end of the bed to the other — ideal for seeds that demand even planting depth.

A Long-Handled Garden Hoe Built to Work All Day

Paired with a 61-inch (155 cm) ash wood knob handle, this tool lets you work fully upright, reducing strain on your back during long planting sessions. The ash handle is selected for its strength, flexibility, and comfortable grip — the same materials trusted by Dutch growers for generations.

• V-shaped stainless-steel blade cuts straight, even furrows so every seed row starts right
• Curved blade edges double as a seed-covering wing — sow and cover in a single pass
• 61-inch ash wood knob handle lets you work upright and comfortably for extended sessions
• Hand-forged construction means the blade holds its edge and resists corrosion season after season
• Made in the Netherlands by Sneeboer, with over 100 years of craft behind every tool

Add the Rule Maker to your sowing routine and you’ll wonder how you ever laid out a planting bed without it. Backed by Sneeboer’s heritage and Dutch Garden Tools’ commitment to premium hand-forged tools built for life, this is a purchase you make once — and pass down.