Original Power Planter Crew
The pioneer of Power Planter, Wayne Niewold, and the whole Hydra Fold Auger crew, December 5th, 1988.
Our History
The incredible background story for our company begins over 50 years ago with the current owner's grandfather, Wayne Niewold. Wayne is the original inventor of Power Planter augers. Still, long before Power Planter came about, he started a successful and growing business called Hydra Fold Auger. Since these large augers were so successful within the farming industry, the idea for Power Planter augers was born.
Our Company Today
Power Planter is now operated by the original owner's grandson, Greg Niewold. Greg took over in 2013 and has spurred significant company growth while expanding the reach of Power Planter to serve customers across the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Norway, and more. Today, we manufacture and sell more than ten different sizes and models of durably crafted augers.
See our entire line of augers
Power Planter earth augers have many uses, including...
Plant Potted Plants, Bulbs, & Vegetables
Plant annuals, grass plugs, and bare root saplings with ease. Ensure deep root fertilization.
Loosen Soil. Destroy Weeds.
Our tools make it easy to weed garden beds, loosen soil and get rid of the larvae of harmful pests. Tilling with an auger can cut down on the amount of work you have to do for a new or large garden.
Dig Irrigation and Sprinkler Trenches
There’s no need to rent expensive equipment or pay a contractor to do what you can accomplish with one of our machines and just a little bit of time.
Keep Your Trees Happy
Help your trees breath. Aeration helps tree roots absorb water and recycle organic matter.
Install Fence Posts and Mailboxes
Use the tools professional landscapers use to install fence posts, flagpoles, and deck supports.
Dig Under Sidewalks
Sometimes, the job requires you to dig horizontally. If you need to run plumbing or conduit beneath a sidewalk choose an extended length auger.
Clear Obstructions From Plumbing & Gutters
Clear straight stretches of drains and gutters. Use a correctly sized auger in PVC drain lines to remove clogs.
Secure Your Umbrella or Volleyball Net
If you take frequent trips to the beach, bring an auger instead of a shovel to help mount your umbrella, volleyball or badminton net.
Quality & Service For Over 30 Years
Power Planter has been serving customers since before the internet was invented. Our manufacturing processes are continually refined to deliver the most durable augers on the market. Power Planter customers receive one-on-one customer support from our team in Illinois. All our augers are 100% designed, manufactured, and distributed in the USA.
Original Power Planter Crew
The pioneer of Power Planter, Wayne Niewold, and the whole Hydra Fold Auger crew, December 5th, 1988.
Our History
The incredible background story for our company begins over 50 years ago with the current owner's grandfather, Wayne Niewold. Wayne is the original inventor of Power Planter augers. Still, long before Power Planter came about, he started a successful and growing business called Hydra Fold Auger. Since these large augers were so successful within the farming industry, the idea for Power Planter augers was born.
Our Company Today
Power Planter is now operated by the original owner's grandson, Greg Niewold. Greg took over in 2013 and has spurred significant company growth while expanding the reach of Power Planter to serve customers across the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Norway, and more. Today, we manufacture and sell more than ten different sizes and models of durably crafted augers.
See our entire line of augers
Power Planter earth augers have many uses, including...
Plant Potted Plants, Bulbs, & Vegetables
Plant annuals, grass plugs, and bare root saplings with ease. Ensure deep root fertilization.
Loosen Soil. Destroy Weeds.
Our tools make it easy to weed garden beds, loosen soil and get rid of the larvae of harmful pests. Tilling with an auger can cut down on the amount of work you have to do for a new or large garden.
Dig Irrigation and Sprinkler Trenches
There’s no need to rent expensive equipment or pay a contractor to do what you can accomplish with one of our machines and just a little bit of time.
Keep Your Trees Happy
Help your trees breath. Aeration helps tree roots absorb water and recycle organic matter.
Install Fence Posts and Mailboxes
Use the tools professional landscapers use to install fence posts, flagpoles, and deck supports.
Dig Under Sidewalks
Sometimes, the job requires you to dig horizontally. If you need to run plumbing or conduit beneath a sidewalk choose an extended length auger.
Clear Obstructions From Plumbing & Gutters
Clear straight stretches of drains and gutters. Use a correctly sized auger in PVC drain lines to remove clogs.
Secure Your Umbrella or Volleyball Net
If you take frequent trips to the beach, bring an auger instead of a shovel to help mount your umbrella, volleyball or badminton net.
Quality & Service For Over 30 Years
Power Planter has been serving customers since before the internet was invented. Our manufacturing processes are continually refined to deliver the most durable augers on the market. Power Planter customers receive one-on-one customer support from our team in Illinois. All our augers are 100% designed, manufactured, and distributed in the USA.