I THE PRUNING of FRUIT TREES, | 



Pruning Tools, 



Beginners often require information as to the tools necessary for pruning. 



Figure I. shows two forms of pruning saws, these have a bow of steel and 



a thin steel blade with keen teeth. They are most suitable for cutting large or 



Fig. I. 

 Pruning saws. 



small limbs. They can be adjusted to any angle and make a very clean, rapid cut. 

 The blade can be inserted to cut either by drawing to the operator or by pushing 



Fig. II. 

 Pruning knife. 



from him, the former method being the best ; spare blades can be obtained. The 

 pruning knife. Figure II., should always be on hand for trimming saw cuts. All 



