Lubrication of the pruner's pivoting parts will reduce the resistance experienced while pruning. In addition, it is advisable to wipe down all the metal parts of your pruner with a similar lubricant after cleaning and prior to winter storage. What do you use to lubricate your hand pruners? You could use olive oil, mineral oil, or Bahco's Eco-Lube.
Keep your hedge shears and grass shears clean with soapy water and dry by hand. If the build up of the natural plant oils becomes excessive, or if you are pruning evergreens then clean the blades with Sap-X.
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