Dear Juniper Gardening Pruners

These shears are best suited for light to medium pruning tasks, such as trimming herbs, deadheading flowers, and shaping rose bushes. They are designed for precision work rather than heavy-duty branch removal.

To maintain the edge, wipe the blades clean of sap and debris after every use. Periodically applying a light coat of mineral oil will prevent rust and keep the spring mechanism moving smoothly.

Yes, the responsive spring mechanism is specifically designed to reduce hand fatigue by doing the heavy lifting for you. This makes repetitive tasks like harvesting or deadheading feel much more natural and less straining.

Like all copper, the accents will develop a natural patina as they are exposed to the elements and handling. This is a normal part of the aging process and adds character to the tool without affecting its performance.

The design is symmetrical in its handling, but the blade orientation is optimized for right-handed use. While left-handed gardeners can use them, the cutting angle may feel slightly different than a dedicated left-handed tool.