The rotary power sweeper slot planter of the present invention comprises a subsoiler shank positioned to engage the soil and make a trench. Rotary tiller blades are mounted on the opposite sides of the sub-soil shank in planes parallel. The center-lines of the rotary tiller wheels are located behind the subsoil shank.

Each of the wheels has a plurality of blades extending radially outwardly from the rotational axis and terminating in outer radial ends which engage the soil slightly ahead of the fertilizer spreader shank and adjacent the lateral edges of the trench. A seed tube shank is positioned behind the subsoiler shank and between the tiller wheels. The seed tube shank has a lower end positioned to extend below the soil surface.

The rotation of the blades on opposite sides of the subsoil shank causes the soil to be mechanically aggregated and aerated and helps prepare a seed bed for the seeds. The rotating tiller blades chop the debris which may be along the trench and throw soil backwards to cover the planted seed. Shorter rotary blades on the tiller wheels are shaped to throw debris and the upper one-half inch of soil sideways away from the row.

Whether you buy, rent or borrow a rotary tiller, you will find it useful.

Rotary tillers can be used for primary tillage, secondary tillage and for cultivation while the crop is growing. Under ideal conditions, one pass with the tiller may provide both primary and secondary tillage, leaving a good seedbed. Under other conditions, multiple passes may be needed to chop up existing vegetation and prepare the seedbed.

If vegetation is heavy, it is helpful to make one or two passes and leave it alone until after the next rain before tilling again. This process will help the vegetation to break down. Primary tillage requires the slowest speed available. You should run your tiller at full engine and shift up or down as needed.