With high-quality grafting scissors, you can cut the two grafting partners precisely - i.e. the scion and the rootstock. But what makes such scissors high-quality? And what characterizes them in general? We answer these and other questions in our guide.
With a high-quality grafting scissors, the grafting process is very easy
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LEADSTAR Grafting, Grafting Scissors, Grafting & Anvil Secateurs 2-in-1, Professional Grafting Pliers Set For Garden, Orchard with 3 Blades, 1 Screwdriver, 1 Wrench from Japan
24.99 EUR To the product| material of the blades | carbon steel |
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| material of the handle | ABS Plastic |
| blade type | Omega, V, U |
| Max cutting thickness | 14mm |
| handling | very good |
| scope of delivery | large |
Leadstar grafting scissors are designed for grafting. It impresses with its large scope of delivery, which includes, among other things, three different blade types for the grafting technique. The product also comes with an open-end wrench and a screwdriver to replace the blades. The advantages of these grafting pliers also include the maximum cutting thickness of 14 millimeters, which is higher than the values for most other scissors. Reviewers summarize the tool as "foolproof" for finishing. It should be easy and pleasant to use.
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Chenci - Professional Pruning and Grafting Garden Heavy Duty with Black Protective Cover
22.99 EUR To the product| material of the blades | steel |
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| material of the handle | plastic |
| blade type | Omega, V, U |
| Max cutting thickness | 12mm |
| handling | very good |
| scope of delivery | large |
Chenci's grafting tongs are also one of the most popular designs of their kind if you look at the reviews on Amazon. The properties and the accessories included in the scope of delivery largely correspond to the characteristics of our comparison winner, but the maximum cutting thickness here is twelve millimeters. Like the Leadstar model, the Chenci pliers can be used as a graft and as a traditional pruner (2-in-1).
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LIHAO Grafting Tool Kit Grafting Scissors Garden Ratchet Scissors Professional Garden Grafting Scissors for Flowers Fruit Trees Branches
13.99 EUR To the product| material of the blades | carbon steel |
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| material of the handle | ABS Plastic |
| blade type | Omega, V, U |
| Max cutting thickness | 12mm |
| handling | very good |
| scope of delivery | large |
All of the basic properties of the Lihao grafting scissors are convincing - from the materials to the blade types to the cutting thickness, they have exactly the same features as the second-placed pliers in our comparison. Only the scope of delivery differs a little from that of our other recommendations, but instead of the tool for changing the blades, it integrates an adhesive tape that you need when grafting your fruit trees or ornamental plants. Due to the extremely low price, the Lihao grafting tongs are ideal for beginners.
Purchase Criteria
quality knife
When buying grafting scissors, first-class knives or blades are the most important criterion. The blades must be very sharp so that they do not damage the sensitive plant tissue when cutting. In addition, they should be made of high-quality steel. Depending on whether you want to graft or graft for grafting, you need knives with the right blade shape. Ideally, you can swap out the blades as needed. Several knives are often included in the scope of delivery.
blade type
Omega cut (grafting): With blades for this finishing technique, the cut looks like the Greek letter Omega. Stick the scion and the base together like two pieces of a jigsaw puzzle after you have cut both elements. The omega shape creates a large cutting surface. This allows the two plants to grow together. In the professional field, walnuts and grapevines in particular are refined with an omega blade.
V cut (grafting): With this refinement variant, you cut a V-shaped notch in the underlay. Also sharpen the scion in a V-shape so that it fits exactly into the prepared surface. The V-cut works well for most fruit trees.
U-cut (grafting): The U-technique is a literally rounder alternative to the V-cut.
oculation: If you prefer the grafting technique, make the cut with the appropriate blades on the side of the branch. However, the latter is not completely severed in the process. Then insert the appropriate piece of scion with a sleeping eye - known as a scion - into the section that has been created.
Maximum cutting thickness
If you already know how strong the scions and rootstocks are in the plant species that you want to graft, you should make sure when buying grafting scissors that the maximum cutting strength of the tool is sufficient for your needs. Otherwise, you can also go about it the other way around: first buy a grafting pliers and then select the grafting partner to match the scissors. The maximum cutting thickness is usually twelve millimeters, more rarely more.
handling
The grafting scissors should be easy to use, i.e. safe and easy to operate with as little effort as possible. The best grafting scissors are equipped with a safety lock. This prevents the respective scissors from opening by themselves. In order not to have to use more force than is absolutely necessary, we recommend that you buy grafting pliers with a return spring. The latter more or less automatically pulls the two cutting edges apart again after the cut, so that you no longer have to laboriously press the blades open.
scope of delivery
Grafting tongs rarely come alone. Most manufacturers sell the scissors with useful accessories. Different types of knives for grafting and budding are particularly useful, as is the tool for changing the blade, such as an open-end wrench and a screwdriver. For finishing you also need finishing gums, special adhesive tape and finishing wax or a wound sealant. It is practical if all the accessories are supplied in a protective cover in which you can store them (and of course the scissors) in a compact and optimally protected manner.
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What are grafting scissors?
Grafting scissors are special pruning shears that are used to graft roses and other ornamental plants, fruit trees or vegetables. With the tool you achieve a precise cut of the scion and the rootstock, so that the two grafting partners then fit together perfectly. The scissors are often also referred to as grafting pliers.
How do I use grafting scissors correctly?
In principle, grafting shears work like any other secateurs. Take the scissors in your hand and pull the blades apart using the handle. Then slide the pad into the grafting tongs and squeeze the handle. Repeat the same with the scion. It is important that the finishing partners have the same diameter at the finishing point.
When are grafting scissors better than a grafting knife?
Above all, hobby gardeners who do not have that much experience with grafting benefit from grafting scissors. With scissors, the risk of injury is much lower than with a grafting knife, as you cannot slip off the scion.
Which brands offer good grafting scissors?
Well-known and popular brands for grafting scissors are, for example, Gartenpaul and Chenci. The manufacturers Leadstar and Jajadeal also offer good models. If in doubt, our team recommends that you use a refining pliers from a well-known brand - if only to have a reputable, easily accessible contact person if you have any problems.
Where is the best place to buy grafting scissors?
Grafting scissors are usually available in all well-stocked hardware stores and garden centers - whether OBI, toom, Bauhaus, hagebaumarkt or Dehner. You will also find what you are looking for on Amazon. The popular mail order company has a number of grafting tongs available, including ones from Gartenpaul. He also inspires with the uncomplicated ordering and return procedure.
How much does grafting shears cost?
Purchasing grafting scissors is not particularly expensive. You can get solid designs from as little as 13 euros. The majority of grafting tongs cost between 15 and 25 euros. You will occasionally come across slightly more expensive models that cost over 30 euros.
equipment
spare knife
The blades of grafting shears wear out over time. It is therefore important that suitable replacement knives are available. The best thing to do is to order a set for the grafting tongs so that you are equipped for a while. Make sure that the replacement blades really harmonize with your grafting scissors.
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