One popular option is the bow saw, which has a bowed frame and straight, toothed blade that easily cuts through branches. There is also a Japanese pruning saw, which has a curved blade to work ...
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10 Plants That Need Pruning in the Spring
Use hand pruners for stems less than 1/4-inch thick, loppers for stems up to 1/2-inch thick, and a Japanese pruning saw or a ...