Starting a garden feels easier with the right tools. These ten beginner friendly essentials make planting, watering, pruning, ...

Almost every time I head out into the garden, the first tool I put in my back pocket is a well-worn Felco No. 2 hand pruner. I acquired it around 1978 when I started gardening in Spokane. I have kept ...

Whether they are for yourself or for a gift, it’s worthwhile to shop carefully for hand pruners. “It’s a fundamental tool,” said Julie Janoski, Plant Clinic manager at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle.

Pruning shears come in a variety of types, and one size does not fit all. That being said, it's relatively easy to decide ...

You wouldn't trim your fingernails with your dog's claw clippers or chop fresh herbs with a butter knife, right? Well, the same ethos carries over to your outdoor tasks. Having the right tool for the ...

Choosing pruning shears that have an ergonomic, nonslip grip and sharp blades can make tending to your plants easier than ever. Choosing pruning shears that have an ergonomic, nonslip grip and sharp ...

“Ergonomic” is a word that gets tossed around a lot in marketing for garden tools. But what does it really mean? Are some pruners really easier, less painful to use than others? We decided to explore ...

Pruning shears get a lot of use in the warmer months when the garden is full of growing plants in need of sprucing up. Cleaning your tools before storing them for winter is essential to remove dirt ...