Can you remove the spikes for when you only want to spread?
1810955
No, the spikes are permanently attached and used to drive the auger which disperses the contents.
1810956
why wouldnt you just put bigger wheels on it and accomplish the same thing?
1810957
No the spikes are on the drive plate that drive mechanism that turns the spreader, the rotation of the spikes is what runs the spreader
549151
I would imagine you could, as they are organic. I would just adjust the size of them according to your container. I used them in my container garden last year and they worked well, but I used very large pots. Since they're spikes they can easily be broken in half.
1042556
Yes, removable. Actually it comes without the spikes in place and you put them on as you assemble.
1338448
No , these come with spike only . As a footnote : they are very well constructed !
802425
You can't remove the foot. You can screw it up to expose a metal spike, or screw it down to cover the spike with the rubber foot, but it doesn't appear to come off.
1254367
I wouldn't cut them. The spikes keep the birds from nesting. Otherwise, there is no deterent if cut.
1236450
I can tell you the spreader is removable with an allen(hex) wrench and some pliers. I can't say if the legs have any other means to stop them from widening beyond the normal range that was dictated by the spreader.
1933003
They do not have sharp edges---they are meant for spreading---not cutting :)
1218789
Spikes are there but they are not sharp at all as a result they didn't stick to the carpet. I doubt if they will work in your case to keep the pups off.
330925
I guess it would keep vultures off things but i would remove the dead animal that is atracting them to your area before purchasing the spikes. You may not need them after that, just thinking. : )
619890
I used one spike per 10-inch pot, but the water lilies didn't bloom as well as they have other years. So I'd use two or three per pot. I wish the directions were clearer. Also, they did not say to remove the tight plastic wrap on each spike, but it seems like it should come off so I removed it (wasn't easy).
378161
I believe instructions are to use one spike per inch diameter, not circumference. Check the instructions again to confirm. I am certain that you do not need 18 spikes for your tree.
562721
yes, slow the drop rate and walk slower, also tilt the spreader forward as your walking. You can also tilt the spreader up on one wheel (only one of the wheels spins the spreader wheel) for small strips and around flower beds. some times i use a hand held spreader . I have two of these, i bought in 2008 used all year round salt and fertilizer. I do about 20 yards 5 times a year with fertilizer. Have 12 jobs i salt sidewalks in winter. This would last home owner for a lifetime. Some of the bolts rusted but were easily replace.
999876
You should not use this as a Aerator spikes will compact your soil more Don't believe me here go to this http://plantscience.psu.edu/research/centers/turf/extension/factsheets/aeration the last paragraph explains the difference between a spikes and a aerator.
923584
There are no spikes, I put an orange 1/2 on the center hanging pole, not very convenient.
1883716
They should be wrapped around the spikes. They're green. There should be a rubber band that you have to un-do
1238547
I don't know for certain, but the purpose of the spike is to help the plant bloom. Period. I would count on a different product for your purpose.