[header] How to sanitize pruning shears [title] Understand that it is important to clean the pruning shears before sanitizing them. [step] Dirt and small bits of plant matter harbor bacteria and fungi, making it impossible to sanitize the pruning shears thoroughly. [title] Use a garden hose to wash off the shears.
[header] How to sanitize pruning shears [title] Understand that it is important to clean the pruning shears before sanitizing them. [step] Dirt and small bits of plant matter harbor bacteria and fungi, making it impossible to sanitize the pruning shears thoroughly. [title] Use a garden hose to wash off the shears.
[step] The hose should be one with a spray nozzle attached to spray the dirt and debris off the pruning shears. Examine the shears closely to make sure they are clean. [step] Don't use just water as it may damage the pruning shears. Do not scrub them with a scrub brush or rubbing solution. [step] Or, add dish detergent or borax and run it over the shears to help remove as much dirt as possible. [title] Replace the pruning shears on a cutting board. [step] If the shears are moist you can do this using a two-tap faucet that is large enough to cover the blades of the pruning shears. Run the water along the blades until you've removed all of the dirt and debris.