garden scissors

Typical lengths range from compact pruning shears around 8 x 20 cm (3.15 x 7.87 in) up to long hedge shears of about 24 inches (62 cm).

Many product listings note secure safety locks for safe storage and transport. Some hedge shears also include shock‑absorbing bumpers to reduce impact on the hands and shoulders during use.

They’re described for hedge trimming and shaping, pruning flowers and shrubs, bonsai and floral trimming, fruit picking, and general landscaping and plant maintenance.

Clean and dry blades after each use, store tools in a dry place, oil blades occasionally, and use the safety lock for storage to help prevent rust and keep blades sharp.