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Spring is the prime season for pruning and having the right tools makes it easier and more enjoyable. For those who find repetitive gripping and squeezing challenging, we’ve found a pair that could help and cost under £20.
The Votrek Bypass Secateurs are ideal for gardeners with weak hands or arthritis. They have an ergonomic design with soft rubber grips to dampen vibrations and minimise wrist strain.
The ratchet mechanism allows cuts to be made in stages (ideal for tougher stems), while adjustable jaws stop them springing open so they require less effort to use. The Teflon-coated blades are then held securely shut with a thumb-operated slide lock.
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The bright green 8-inch secateurs are currently down to £19.99 on Amazon, with orange, pink and black available for £25.99. Hundreds of pairs have been bought in the past month and they get an overall rating of 4.5 stars from customers, reports the Manchester Evening News.
One said: “Since I have trouble with hand strength, I purchased these Votrek secateurs, and they have truly restored my enjoyment of gardening. I can precisely adjust the grip thanks to the stepless handle opening, preventing fatigue or soreness in my hands.”
Another added: “The handles are comfortable and easy to squeeze, requiring very little effort compared to standard pruners. They feel sturdy, well-made and lightweight, making them easy to use for longer gardening sessions.”
Other useful items include Aidapt’s 3 Piece Ergonomic Handled Tool Set which costs £11.95 on eBay. The cultivator, trowel and fork have angled handles that keep your hand and wrist in a natural position, reducing strain and blisters that occur with conventional tools.
The Bulb Planting Auger costs from £8.99 at Crocus and makes planting easier, particularly in heavier soils. Simply slot the attachment into your cordless drill to start making holes for summer bulbs, vegetable seedlings or plug plants. The auger comes in three sizes and two lengths.
And Amazon’s bestselling Heavy Duty Foldable Padded Garden Kneeler costs £22.95. It has a sturdy steel frame with soft foam pad and tool pocket. When you need a break or a little extra height, simply turn the kneeler over to use as a handy seat. Folds away flat.
Prices correct at time of publishing.
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