Need a good planting "stick"? Try forceps. Grasp the plant gently with the stem running along the length of the forceps. Push the point into the substrate to the depth you want and open the forceps slightly and pull the forceps. This will leave even stubborn cuttings well secured. You can get them at any fly fishing store that carries fly tying supplies. Regards, Onis k5vkq at ix_netcom.com