Unlike garden shears, which are similar to scissors in design, loppers are designed for use with both hands, which allows the user to exert greater force for cutting large branches. “Loppers are ...

A few high-quality tools, well maintained, can last any gardener a lifetime. Here's what to know about caring for and ...

Frequent, minimal sharpening keeps tools working their best. • Hoes, shovels: Use a 12-inch mill bastard file, preferably with a handle on it, and make a smooth, sharp edge by filing in forward ...

Before the spring gardening season begins, prepare by sharpening your garden tools. Sharp tools are safer and easier for you to use and healthier for your plants, according to Julie Janoski, Plant ...

Though there are various types of pruners, the secret to success is keeping them clean and sharp. Johnson County Extension One of the most used garden tools are hand pruners. These shears work to ...

Sharpening tools is an important gardening task that can be completed indoors. If your tools are sharp, your plants will benefit, said Julie Janoski, Plant Clinic manager at The Morton Arboretum in ...

I’m pretty good using a pair of pruners, but maintenance? Not so much. I’m ashamed to say I tend to abuse all my tools. I’m not even very faithful about cleaning dirt off tools when I’m through using ...

From high-tech to centuries old, Paul Epsom has some great suggestions for choosing your next pair of pruners and how to maintain them. No. 2: A favorite of nurserymen all over the world, the Felco No ...