Not only are power hedge clippers dangerous in a sweaty palm, they also make a mess of clippings at the base of your hedges. Solve both problems with the Garden Groom, a kind of Dust Buster for bushes. The smaller "Junior" model concealed blades cut branches less than a half inch in diameter, shredding and storing the waste for the compost pile.
About $150, Gardener Supply Company
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