Spear and Jackson Razorsharp Professional Heavy Duty Bypass Secateur

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If left to grow without any sort of pruning, your plants are not going to look anywhere near as attractive as they should. Pruning is essential for removing dead and dying parts of the plant that look unsightly, not to mention draining valuable energy that can be put to better use. Bypass secateurs offer the best precision for pruning although they are also great for general pruning around the garden. This type of secateurs consists of a sharpened blade on one side that bypasses a curved metal component, much like a pair of scissors. As the blades on bypass secateurs have a scissor design, they're generally best if you're right-handed. Left-handed pruners do exist, though, and most premium brands offer models for lefties. Blade cutting diameter

Plants that flower in the spring generally should be pruned immediately after flowering, unless the plant is diseased or damaged. Flower buds on spring-flowering plants develop on the previous year’s growth. Therefore, pruning before flowering would remove considerable amounts of flower buds, sacrificing flower display." Some examples of spring-flowering plants include rhododendron, flowering cherry, dogwood, forsythia, magnolia, spirea, and viburnum. Anvil pruners have a grooved stationary blade and a sharp cutting blade that comes straight down into the groove, creating a clean, crushing cut that is especially good when you are pruning dead twigs or small branches, but can also be used to prune living, woody stems. Anvil pruners are not the best choice, however, for slicing through soft, green stems; you want your bypass pruners for that job. We especially like this 8-inch anvil pruner from Gonicc, which has carbon-steel, chromium-plated blades that stay sharp. The handles are aluminum with a soft, rubbery grip for comfort.Secateurs are one of the more overlooked tools for garden maintenance yet their importance cannot be overstated. These tools are vital for long-term maintenance of plants, flowers, trees, shrubs, bushes and everything in between. Anvil: This tool features a single blade and cuts in a similar fashion to a knife. They are best suited to old or dead branches, twigs or stems. You can use dishwashing liquid in warm water. Soak them for a few minutes and then scrub them with a brush or scouring pad. If they are really dirty, you can use steel wool but do not be too rough. Recharging is fast and easy using a micro USB, while you can even adjust the cutting power to suit each plant. For instance, setting the Power Assist function to low means you can prune thinner stems without draining the battery as much, while medium and high settings let you cut through branches that are a bit tougher.

Revolving handle: This feature allows one handle to rotate with you as you grip, so it moves with your hand to make the movement more natural. Known to Hobson affectionately as his “double yellows”, the bright yellow Niwaki GR Pro secateurs are made with KA70 carbon steel, they’re a 23cm long pair of whoppers, weighing 239g.If you want your secateurs to perform well and last you many years you must keep them clean at all times. This is an easy process.

The best secateurs you can buy in 2023 1. Gardena 8798 Comfort Ratchet Secateurs: The strongest secateurs Anvil pruners aren’t the best for this, as their rounded shape makes it harder for them to produce a flush cut, as does their cutting action that leaves a less clean finish. So, if you need to make precise cuts in tight spaces, bypass secateurs are recommended as they are thinner and produce a much cleaner cut. These secateurs work with minimal effort allowing you to prune for longer without experiencing fatigue. They also feature a sap groove so that means less time cleaning them as you work. The blade has a low-friction coating which also adds to the ease of use. Take proper care of your pruners, which means cleaning them after use, sharpening them as needed, only cutting greenery that’s within the tool’s capacity, and storing them away from excessive moisture and heat, and a good pair of pruners can last for decades. This depends on the user and the type of work you want to do. Larger shears will generally have more cutting power but tend to be heavier and might not suit smaller hands.

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Finally, if you want the best of the best, these Japanese secateurs are a must-have. They're handcrafted, durable and will make your everyday gardening maintenance a whole lot easier. The main thing you want to do is keep them clean and sharp. More on those topics are below. Correct storage in a clean dry area is also important. How to Clean Secateurs I would keep to the green and living wood; not ones for angry apple trees, but a decent budget pair. The blades are even replaceable, along with every other part of the secateurs, with a lifetime guarantee highlighting just how confident Felco are in their product. Replacement blades don’t cost much and you probably won’t need to replace them for many years to come.

A top choice among gardeners, the FELCO Model 2 Secateurs offers high performance, functionality, a comfortable hold and a lifetime warranty. Plants that flower during summer months should be pruned during the winter or early spring before new growth begins. Flower buds develop on the new year’s growth, so it is important not to prune new growth before flowering." Some summer-flowering shrubs include hydrangea, glossy abelia, rose-of-Sharon, and roses. You may be wondering why an electric motor would ever be needed for secateurs but the answer is quite simple – effortless cutting power. The EasyPrune produces clean and precise cuts on both green and wood growth, making it one of the most versatile secateurs currently available.The importance of using sharp secateurs can not be overstated. Even the very best secateurs will perform poorly when blunt. The process is the same as any cutting blade but the design does make it a bit more of a challenge. Some can be dismantled making the process easier. A few plants, including cotoneaster, weigela, and Oregon grape, can be pruned any time. And broadleaf and narrowleaf evergreens can be pruned anytime the wood is not frozen." But if you suffer from limited mobility or conditions like arthritis, we recommend the Garden Secateurs Strain Reducing tool as it is designed to relieve pressure from your hands as you use it.