Hedge trimmers should have reciprocating blades - two blades that move at the same time. Those which have just one vibrate uncomfortably. Machines can also be divided into those that have teeth on both sides of the blades and those with teeth along just one edge - the latter is not as versatile.
Power Tools
Generally the closer the teeth the cleaner the finish. Close teeth are fine for maintaining Lawson cypress hedges, but wider gapped teeth are more favorable if you want to prune woody stems and branches.
Power hedge trimmers are the source of many accidents so protection is vital. Machines fitted with lock-off switches have a two-step starting course which prevents the engine being activated accidentally. Make sure the engine will also turn itself off when you relax pressure on the on-button.
Nylon-line trimmers are beloved with gardeners, not least because they achieve several tasks. The machines are ideal for cutting grass where lawnmowers can't reach, such as the corners and edges of lawns. The engine will also edge a lawn, though not as neatly as some edging tools.
Some trimmers are adequate with devices to feed the nylon line. As the line may snap while use, a feeding mechanism avoids interruption. Chainsaws of pro specification are best left to the professionals. Smaller, electric models are beneficial for removing small to medium-sized branches and help fell small-stemmed or young trees.
Choose the engine agreeing to the guidelines for protection described above for hedge trimmers.
Power weeders are designed to eliminate the chore of bending and pulling weeds. The prongs dig and cut out small weeds with shallow roots verily but are not so sufficient for deep-rooting weeds.
Power shredders help recycle your garden refuse - woody tree and shrub prunings, for instance - by reducing it into shredded matter ready for the compost heap. electric and petrol models are expensive but do help provide high grade compost.
Pole trimmers are one of the easiest means of trimming lawn edges and they give a very clean cut. They can be fitted with an prolongation rod to prevent you having to stoop. A right pruning saw is ideal for cutting branches 2.5-13cm (1-5in) thick. The teeth cut on the backward stroke -the strongest stroke when you are working at shoulder height. This saw has an interchangeable long or short handle.
Being battery powered, they need quarterly recharging - you could run out of power in the middle of a task. They are not favorable for lawns of more than 30 sq m/yd.
Tools for Gardening - Power Tools
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