FISKARS 91095935 Bypass Pruner 731645

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Make sure the blades of the bypass pruner are sharp before you cut otherwise you may end up damaging them or the plants. To sharpen the blades you can use a sharpening stone or a hand file. Anvil pruners can be used to cut branches that are too large for standard pruning shears to handle. If you want to cut a lot of dead stems and limbs, it’s best to work with an anvil pruner. What is a Bypass Pruner Used For? Every gardener will need a bypass pruner because it is the most used gardening tool for trimming small plants and branches. The handles have foam covering on them which might be uncomfortable to some people so you can consider taking them off before use. It works by cutting a round piece of wood with its flat blade and pinching the branch between the blade and the jaw to cut it.

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Depending on the brand and the model, you’ll find pruners with fairly straight blades, and pruners with blades that are at an angle. Anvil pruners usually have straight blades, but bypass pruners that are designed for a more comfortable, ergonomic grip often have somewhat angled blades, which reduces hand fatigue and effort. Bypass pruners have two blades that move past one another to make a clean cut on your branches. They do not crush or pinch the branch-like anvil pruners do.You'll find useful information here whether you're growing vegetables in an apartment, patio, or a raised bed. Whether it's a pothos, ficus, or dracaena, most leafy houseplants require an occasional trim to keep them well-shaped and looking their best. Because most common houseplants—we are not including succulents or cacti in this category—have fairly thin and soft stems and branches, they are best pruned with a garden snip like this one from Fiskars. Basically a very sharp scissor, these snips have stainless steel blades that create very clean cuts so your plants won't have ragged edges that can bring on disease or look unsightly. The plastic handles have soft, rubbery material at the pressure points, so they are very easy on your hands and comfortable to hold. Neither style of pruner is better, and in fact, it can be worthwhile to own one of each, as each can serve a slightly different purpose in the garden. As Brian Feldman explains, “Anvil pruners have a chopping action versus the cutting action of bypass pruners. Anvil pruners are best on dead or woody branches where finesse is not as important, while bypass pruners are best for more delicate, accurate, aesthetically pleasing cuts on live plant tissue, including green stems, vines, twigs, and flowers.” Bypass (or lopper) cutters use two opposed sharpened blades to slice through branches when pressure is applied to the handles. This 21 inch Bypass lopper is perfect for tending to overgrown plants and bushes, keeping your garden neat and tidy.

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However good is your choice of bypass pruner, there will be a time when it will get worn out because of all the pruning you did. It also comes with handles for different hand sizes such as small, medium, and large. There is also a version that comes with rotating handles for small hands. It does not matter whether you are left or right handed as you can get one just right for you. If there is sap or rust collected on the blades you’ll need to clean them up. You can unscrew the nut and bolt attaching the blades to the handle. Then clean up the blades using orange oil, vinegar, or WD-40.The flat piece of metal (the anvil) is attached to the handle and closes down on the branch as you squeeze the handles together. The anvil holds the branch against the cutting blades.