Can this be used to trim hedges?
1572171
This unit is a string trimmer, so I doubt it would trim hedges as the string would just break off eveytime the string strikes the limbs of the bush. I recently purchashed a Black & Decker TR117 3.2-Amp Hedge Trimmer, 17-Inch just for the purpose of trimming hedges. I have not reviewed the trimmmer as yet because I have not had the opportunity to use it.
1572172
No,cord not tough/thick enough. I'd you can hold it up high enough and long enough you might do some very little and light leaves on shrubbery.
1572173
I would have to say no. I think you just need to get a hedge trimmer for hedges. Sorry.
554552
Jerry, I haven't used it as one and I think it depends on the resistance of your hedge. Too soft or too bending and it may not work. I use it for trimming branches. It works well for that.
188632
Absolutely, just put a pruning blade in it. I do it all the time on my farm. Goes through small limbs easily
510490
Yes it can.. It has a spacer that can be removed so you can trim as close as you want.. Works really well..
234399
I haven't done that, but I suppose if the grass was long and fairly dry it would work. I wouldn't do regular clippings--that would likely clog the mechanism.
2102610
Yes this tool can be used to edge a landscape bed. I have used it that way a number of times.
1428026
It cuts pretty strong branches, I would say about half an inch for sure. Thicker than that and you might get lucky with a swing at it.this is a terrific hedge trimmer, versatile and easy to use and even at full extension. Good luck, hope this helps
1574367
A little too heavy duty for trimming hedges. Great for pruning but still a really heavy duty saw for this limited application. Would be like buying a hunting knife to butter your bread.
736657
For sure...I use it on my palm trees, which look like much bigger stalks than the summer sweet bush. The blade is only 5 or 6 inches so it's not a sweeping hedge trimmer, rather an individual branch trimmer. Good luck.
1691992
Hello Susan,I would not recommend this tool for that type of tree. That tree is more of a hedge than a typical tree with large limbs. There is also a correct way to prune this type of tree and you should follow that procedure in order to continue to enjoy the beauty and benefits of the tree. I included a website underneath for you. I hope this helps.http://extension.unh.edu/resources/files/Resource000594_Rep616.pdfregardsfrank
208991
Yes, this cuts in both directions and is well worth the money for this model. I would definitely recommend it. Cuts clean and fast, is lightweight and not very loud. I did the whole front of my house which were large hedges about 6" overgrown in about an hour. I was trying to push these to see what they would and wouldn't do and only the thickest branches slowed them down but they could still cut them with persuasion. Hope this helps good luck.
1419191
This is the trimmer for you. I was able to trim hedges and small branches that were in the way with very little effort. I believe the trimmer is light weight and can go through an azalea brush as easily as expected.
8679
I would say yes though it depends on how you trim it. A good sharp razor or heavy duty shears would do fine but regular office scissors would be difficult to use, they might even break.
1299845
NOT recommended. This unit is meant for grass and such thinner bladed plants. It does not cut heavier branch types. You could trim off tomato leaves but not the large branches for which pruning shears would work much better. I would be afraid that attempting to cut woody branches might spring the blades and ruin the tool. My neighbor and I have both used my new unit to trim around flower beds, etc., cutting lighter grasses and weeds and consider it most useful and real back-saver. We keep the blades cleaned and hinge oiled with WD 40 after each use so it will be ready for next summer.
476573
Our trimmer is new, so it has not needed sharpening yet, however, there are many articles to tell you how to do it yourself, such as on www.gardenguides.com/67541-sharpen-black-decker-electric-hedge... They say it is cheaper, however , I would have someone else do it , due to my limited skills. :-)
2271439
Would probably be good. It doesn't have a real good height adjustment for real close cutting, but it works great for thicker grass and around bushes, etc.
15703
As long as the main stalks are quite sturdy and you allow the blades to do their job and cut rather than forcing them and causing it to tear and rip it should work fine. for the more grassy style leaves, no.