Abstract
An implement revolving around agriculture, prepared for quickly planting and germinating seeds. No device has seen all these classifications incorporated into one apparatus successfully. Each apparatus contains one or more seeds. The depth of each seed is positioned on the apparatus so that the depth of planting into the ground is correct. Each apparatus is impregnated with fertilizer directly into the substrate. The Fertilizer then acts as a slow time release application, during plant growth. Each Seed is affixed with an organic adhesive to protect the end user and fully adhere the seed to the apparatus. The novel apparatus also has a final quality of digging the appropriate size hole for the seed to be planted in.
EFFECT: This novel apparatus will increase consumer productivity and success in gardening.
Claims
1. The sowing depth for each seed is designed specifically for each seed. Meaning, each seed variety will have a different visual appearance, but the concept is the same.
2. The Fertilizer is impregnated into the substrate of the seed apparatus. This provides a prolonged period of fertilization.
3. The Seed Reticule is placed pointing down on all our seed apparatuses. This helps promote root growth.
4. The apparatus is identified with the same seed that is affixed to the apparatus.
5. The seed is affixed with an organic adhesive. This adhesive is bio-degradable and edible.
6. The apparatus can be used as a soil preparation device.
7. The Depth of the Seed is dictated by the line of the fertilizer liquid on the seed apparatus and the tip of the reticule.
8. The Seed Apparatus itself is Bio-degradable and useful for composting.
9. Each Apparatus makes planting seeds a quicker alternative to manual planting.
10. The seed Apparatus makes a significant marker for planning straight rows.
11. The Seed Apparatus allows for regular inspection on the germination progress of each plant, with a visual indicator of the plant germinating therein.
12. The Apparatus is customizable for large and small seed types as well as locations of the seeds.
13. The Seed Apparatus is useful in any climate that is deemed fit for the seed that is associated with the apparatus.
Description
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0021] FIG. 1
[0022] In FIG. 1 (100) Show's the definitive line (310) that the apparatus will be planted at. This figure also includes the Digging portion (220) of the tool to remove dirt. Also, shown the organic edible adhesive (110) that is used to adhere the seed (120) to the apparatus.
[0023] FIG. 2
[0024] In FIG. 2 (200) we see the laser etched seed (120) name label (410) to avoid fading and long-term visual representation on the apparatus. This figure also shows the visible fertilizer impregnation (610) & the definitive line (310).
[0025] FIG. 3
[0026] In FIG. 3 (300) we see the direction of the seed is established down (510). This novel apparatus sets the proper seed direction (510) and depth (910) in FIG. 6 (600) when planting is occurring. The depth of these seed (120) in the soil (810) in FIG. 5 (500) is also predetermined base don't the seed (120) type adhered to the apparatus. Figure also shows fertilizer impregnation (610) & insertion tip (130).
[0027] FIG. 4
[0028] In FIG. 4 (400) shows a detailed view of the belt of FIG. 3 (300). The Fertilizer (610) shown in this figure is impregnated from the definitive line (310) to insertion tip (130) which has total length of 2 (910) shown in FIG. 6 (600). Figure also shows Seed (120). Various embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings, in which like reference numbers represent like parts throughout several images. Reference to various embodiments does not limit the scope of the legal claims of the invention. The drawings presented herein do not limit the various embodiments according to the invention and are represented by way of example to illustrate the invention.
[0029] FIG. 5
[0030] In FIG. 5 (500) we see how the novel apparatus is inserted into the pot (710). The novel apparatus is inserted to the definitive line (310) to ensure the seed (120) and visible fertilizer impregnation (610) are below the soil (810). The definitive line (310) will be equal to the soil upper surface (820). This will ensure that the depth (510) of the seed (120) is correct. Figure also shows the Digging portion (220) & the laser etched seed (120) name label (410).
[0031] FIG. 6
[0032] In FIG. 6 (600) shows the fertilizer impregnation (610) at a measurement of 2 inches (910). Each variety of seed (120) will be positioned at a different depth from the definitive line (310) to insertion tip (130). Figure also shows the Digging portion (220) & the laser etched seed (120) name label (410).
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION PA
[0033] FIG. 1 shows the side view of the seed planting apparatus. This view shows the seed oriented on the apparatus at the proper depth. Once the apparatus is pushed into the ground, the seed will be located at the ideal depth for root propagation. This seed location is set during the manufacturing process. The adhesive that is also mentioned in this figure is designed to adhere the seed to the apparatus, while maintaining a safe bond for future human consumption. This edible adhesive is designed to be food safe. The apparatus itself is designed from a biodegradable wood material meant to breakdown in the soil over time. Using a material that is organic allows this novel product to ease consumers' minds concerning biological impacts.
[0034] FIG. 2 is referencing the nomenclature of the seed that is adhered to the apparatus. It is to be noted that the nomenclature is to be laser etched into the material. This etching allows for long term visibility for the usable shelf-life of the product. Also visible in this figure is the fertilizer impregnation line. The fertilizer is impregnated into the apparatus up to the location of planting. This novel feature allows for end users to identify the exact location the apparatus must be planted at to allow for optimal root growth. This organic fertilizer is food safe, and this process allows for a slow, time release into the soil around the apparatus. This slow release allows for continual feeding of the plants root systems allowing for more advanced growth.
[0035] FIG. 3 is referencing the direction the seed is adhered to the apparatus. It is of the utmost importance that the seed direction is correct during the planting process to allow for optimal root growth. This processing of the seed direction is completed during the manufacturing process. The direction is set for each seed.
[0036] FIG. 4 is referencing the length of the fertilizer impregnation. This length is not only valid for planting depth that is referenced in FIG. 1, it is also mentioned that the fertilizer allows for a slow-release process into the soil. The predetermined length of the fertilizer impregnation, which is 2 allows for a larger surface area to leach into the soil. This length of impregnation is also meant to visibly allow feedback to end users of the correct planting depth. Thus, various configurations of seed apparatus have been shown and described. It should be appreciated that the system shown and described is intended for illustrative purposes, and thus an invention has been provided. It should be understood that numerous variations, changes, and others that are obvious to specialists in this field of technology should be considered part of the present invention.
[0037] FIG. 5 is referencing the way the novel apparatus needs to be inserted into the pot of soil. The novel apparatus needs to be inserted to the definitive line so that the definitive line and top of soil are equal to each other. This ensures the impregnated fertilizer is completely below the soil and seeds are planted at the correct depth for proper root growth.
[0038] FIG. 6 is referencing the fertilizer impregnation from the definitive line to the bottom of the novel apparatus. Each seed has a specific depth that needs to be planted to ensure proper root growth. The measurement starts at the definitive line downward. For example, a carrot seed needs to be planted a half inch in the soil. The measurement starts at the definitive line down a half inch then the seed is attached to the novel apparatus at that point. Whereas a zucchini seed needs to be planted at one inch in the soil. Thus, for a zucchini seed it will need to be attached to the novel apparatus one inch down from the definitive line.
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