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Gardening Tools Names: Cutting and Pruning
Pruning Shears
Functionality
They are used for pruning branches, cutting flowers, and making precise plant cuts.
How to Use
Position the blade around the branch or stem and squeeze firmly to make a clean cut.
When to Use
Use for regular pruning and cutting tasks, removing dead or diseased branches, and cutting flowers, fruits, and vegetables.
What to Know Before Buying
Choose pruning shears with sharp blades and a locking mechanism for safety.
Pole Pruner
Functionality
The pole pruner is similar to pruning shears but allows for cutting work at height. The mechanism is operated via a pull cord.
How to Use
Adjust the length of the telescopic handle and use the cutting mechanism to prune branches from the ground.
When to Use
Use it to prune high branches without needing a ladder.
What to Know Before Buying
Ensure that the pole pruner can reach the necessary heights and that the cutting mechanism is powerful enough.
Pruning Saw
Functionality
It is designed to cut thick branches that pruning shears or a pole pruner cannot handle.
How to Use
Stand stably and hold firmly with both hands. Cut branches at an angle to prevent them from splitting and avoid cutting too close to the trunk. Be cautious of falling branches.
When to Use
Use the pruning saw when branches are too thick to be cut with pruning shears or a pole pruner.
What to Know Before Buying
Choose a saw with a sturdy blade and teeth for cutting large branches.
Lopper
Functionality
The lopper has a similar functionality to pruning shears. However, as the name suggests, it is practical for cutting branches with a larger diameter.
How to Use
Use the lopper to prune branches that standard pruning shears cannot cut.
When to Use
It is ideal for tasks that require more strength.
What to Know Before Buying
Ensure that the lopper is comfortable to handle and has high-quality blades.
Grafting Knife
Functionality
Use the grafting knife to precisely cut and split the branches for grafting, choosing the model suitable for the branch diameter.
How to Use
Use the grafting knife to make the precise cuts needed for grafting.
When to Use
The grafting knife is a versatile tool to propagate or modify plant varieties through grafts.
What to Know Before Buying
Ensure that the grafting knife is well-sharpened and designed for the type of grafting you intend to perform.
