Plant trimming

[Ozydego]

So what do you use to trim plants 20 inches underwater, I would rather not dig them up to trim and prune, are there any special tools used to help accomplish this task??

 

[Oscarr19]

Long stainless steel scissors work. You can usually buy some online made specifically for trimming but are usually over priced.

 

[Vircomore]

I actually found a tool that is sold at Petsmart or Petco, it's listed as an "Aquarium Multi-tool" but it is essentially one of those "grabbers" but modified with two interchangeable tips:

- One with scissor blades for trimming.
- One with blunt pincers for picking up stuff.

 

[HalfMoon B]

I actually found a tool that is sold at Petsmart or Petco, it's listed as an "Aquarium Multi-tool" but it is essentially one of those "grabbers" but modified with two interchangeable tips:

- One with scissor blades for trimming.
- One with blunt pincers for picking up stuff.

I have the same thing. Economical, and practical. Use it ALL the time!

 

[Oscarr19]

I actually found a tool that is sold at Petsmart or Petco, it's listed as an "Aquarium Multi-tool" but it is essentially one of those "grabbers" but modified with two interchangeable tips:

- One with scissor blades for trimming.
- One with blunt pincers for picking up stuff.

Hmm definitely gonna have to look for those

 

[aa108]

well, you can always use your fingernails. that's what a lot of people do.

 

[barterking85]

well, you can always use your fingernails. that's what a lot of people do.

+1 as long as you don't mind getting your arms wet lol

 

[Ozydego]

Fingernails just can't get there sometimes... Also, I end up crushing the end when I pinch and it turns brown.... Definitely goons look at the multitool, sounds just what I need... Trust me, I am in the process of tweaking the plants, my arms are constantly wet 

 

[Ozydego]

Appreciate the feedback, thanks for the replies!