Lean
the Lazy Dog frame slightly forward of vertical,
and place the points of the Fork (No8) or Weeder
Nose (No1b) about 6" back from the crown
of the plant.
Allow
for a 'cushion of soil' between root and lifting
fork.
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2
Place
your foot on the pivot and swing all your weight
onto it to push the fork into the ground. Try to
avoid too much stamping.
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3
When
the fork is in the ground, start levering the
root out. You can tell from the resistance whether
or not you have caught the root, so stop and re-adjust
your depth or aim, as necessary.
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4
With
the root entangled on the fork, take hold of the
lower handle and lift the plant to waist height
for removal.
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4 - alternative technique
Take
hold of the plant entangled on the fork, and turn
the whole tool upside down.
Pull
the root off the fork (which should be pointing
towards you) and throw it into a pile for later
collection.
