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Gardeners know how important it is to have quality tools on hand. Every fruit tree and berry bush needs periodic pruning. It is also better to carefully cut the flowers, and not break them with your hands. In order not to injure plants, cutting devices must be sharp. Therefore, a summer resident should pay attention to Gardena pruners and garden shears.
Operating principle
Garden tools from German manufacturers are already attracting the attention of consumers by their appearance. But the ergonomics of the forms are not only beautiful design, but also the ease of the process. The producers have tried to make garden work effortless and enjoyable.
Garden shears work according to the well-known principle - 2 cutting plates, having a common connection point, move towards each other. But, despite the sharpness of the blades, when cutting with a tool, parts of the plant are squeezed. Therefore, the scissors are designed exclusively for working with young shoots and flowers. There is also a limitation in the spread of the cutting parts.
Gardena secateurs B / S
Pruners are also a kind of scissors - the principle of movement is the same. But in a standard tool, there is only one plate - the blade, and the opposite - a stop or anvil. There is also a two-blade inventory - something between scissors and pruners.
The cutting edges in the tool are connected by a bolt and a nut (just like in ordinary household scissors). In addition, there is also a spring attached to the bumpers. Various modifications of garden tools are produced, their design features depend on the direct purpose for which they were created.
Gardena secateurs characteristics
The Gardena company has long been famous for the production of quality garden tools. Produced secateurs, due to their structure, allow you to work neatly, which is why the sections on the plants heal quickly.
Even the curved shape of the secateurs is not accidental - it reduces friction during operation. It is also easier to grasp and hold branches, and there is no risk that the cut off shoot will bounce off.
There is also a special groove through which the juice of living plants should flow. This prevents the knives from sticking.
Due to the displacement of the bolt relative to the axis of the handles, the movement of the blades is smooth, without jerking. The opening of the knives is provided by a spring, the holding of the handles together is fixed with a special lock.
Pros and cons
Among the abundance of garden tools from various manufacturers, summer residents prefer the Gardena pruner.
Advantages:
- provides a clean, gentle cut;
- the tool fits comfortably in the hand and does not slip in the process;
- due to the angular arrangement of the cutting part, no great effort is required when performing work;
- the design allows you to adjust the width of the handles; in the same type of work, this reduces the load on the brush.
Scissors + secateurs Gardena Comfort
Despite the convenience of the tool, its ergonomics and beautiful design, some summer residents revealed a couple of negative points in the design:
- some models do not provide for adjustment of the degree of pressing of the cutting parts;
- inconvenient latch - when closing the latch, you can pinch your fingers on your hand.
Having dabbled in managing Gardena pruners and garden shears, you can not pay attention to the cons.
Model range overview
The manufacturer produces several varieties of garden tools for pruning trees and bushes.To buy a quality tool, just look at the official website of the distributor and look through the Gardena secateurs catalog.
Review of popular models
| Model | Cut diameter, mm | Weight / length, kg / cm | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anvil Comfort | 20 | 0,23/26 | The handles are made of rubberized plastic. Blade material - steel. Recommended for cutting flowers, cutting live shoots and old woody branches |
| Flat My Garden Sexy | 20 | 0,16/20 | Plastic handles fit comfortably in the palm of your hand. The model provides comfort during long work in the garden |
| My garden crazy | 30 | 0,25/20 | The model is equipped with a ratchet mechanism for increased productivity and maximum comfort. Blade lock clip included |
| Secateurs Classic | 18 | 0,12/26,5 | They are distinguished by a narrow design that makes it easy to cope with the work, leaving an accurate cut on the branches. They have 2 working positions: for fast and powerful cuts |
Despite the fact that Gardena Classic secateurs are discontinued in the traditional version, they can still be found on sale.
Care rules
The manufacturer gives a guarantee of durable operation for a quarter of a century. If the instruments are handled correctly, this period can be extended. Therefore, you should adhere to these rules:
- before working with a pruner, the spring is lubricated; if necessary, adjust the tool for certain conditions;
- after each trimming, the cutting blades of the secateurs and scissors must be cleaned of juice using oiled rags; otherwise, the tool will quickly rust and become unusable;
- the blades need to be periodically tightened so that the tool does not loosen; this will avoid possible snacks and increase productivity;
- the cutting edges must be sharpened at the beginning of each season (do not use blunt knives).
Store your garden tools (as well as spare blades and springs) in a dark, low-humidity environment. It is best to hang the pruning shears on a nail and keep the blades open.
Before removing the Gardena pruner for winter storage, wash it in soapy water, disassemble it into parts, then carefully select it so that not a drop of moisture remains. You can also use a water-replacing spray (WD-40 or Felco 980), which can be removed with a cloth.
