The reviews of this are all over the hedge, so to speak. Will it cut the big wild rose bushes down to size along my farm's stone walls?
442733
I bought one and it worked fine until I started to cut some of the bigger bushes and the clutch started to heat up and the thing stopped working buy another brand
442734
It'll cut through it the first time you use it but don't rely on it working to well thereafter. I have one and wish I had bought another brand. The fuel system is crap. You will regret buying the Husqvarna. I would go with a Stihl.
442735
no way! bought mine from lowes what a disappointment. 1/4" and bigger it will not cut. The motor will not rev up and you can not adjust it.
442736
I used this trimmer in my landscaping business and found it to be capable of handling good size bushes no sweat. However, it did not last as the fuel lines and carburetor seals deteriorated completely after only a couple months of use. I bought a Stihl and havent regretted it.
442737
I am not sure what size the "big wild rose bushes" are but it will cut some pretty large hedges. I have cut sections that were approximately 1/2" in diameter without a lot of difficulty. That being said I can't recommend this trimmer. It ran great to start with but after less than I year it will not idle, some of the fuel lines are degraded and I have had to replace the pull cord and associated spring. In addition, parts are hard to find for this particular model for some reason. If you search there are many places that sell the trimmer but no parts. I finally found them on Parts tree. I am not sure what size the "big wild rose bushes" are but it will cut some pretty large hedges. I have cut sections that were approximately 1/2" in diameter without a lot of difficulty. That being said I can't recommend this trimmer. It ran great to start with but after less than I year it will not idle, some of the fuel lines are degraded and I have had to replace the pull cord and associated spring. In addition, parts are hard to find for this particular model for some reason. If you search there are many places that sell the trimmer but no parts. I finally found them on... » Read More I am not sure what size the "big wild rose bushes" are but it will cut some pretty large hedges. I have cut sections that were approximately 1/2" in diameter without a lot of difficulty. That being said I can't recommend this trimmer. It ran great to start with but after less than I year it will not idle, some of the fuel lines are degraded and I have had to replace the pull cord and associated spring. In addition, parts are hard to find for this particular model for some reason. If you search there are many places that sell the trimmer but no parts. I finally found them on Parts tree. « Show Less
1282655
I feel sure it will. I used it on St. Augustine that has a much bigger blade, etc. Just getting me some Zoysia started. There is a web site that sells Zoysia and they advertise this tool for Zoysia on their web site. I LOVE mine and it makes the job so easy.
1063302
It has the power too, but if they are long vines, they probably will get wrapped up in the tillers a bit. It would work if you have time most likely though.
1995906
I don't know but I found this to be difficult to use on bushes; the reason I bought it. The only thing I found it good for was cutting boxes to flatten them. It takes (at least me) two hands to run it and was not at all good for what I bought it for.
1428025
The branches on my shrub are about 1/4 to 1/3 inch in diameter, which it cuts with no problem. It will certainly cut larger branches, but not with the same efficiency or ease.
1995792
It will but not well. Chopping small branches is easy but the shape of the head and the small blade prevent larger cuts. Works great as a hammer though
1680269
it cuts very well, in hedges i really don't know. I love to work with this B&D; The oil is with it the delivery and you can use the oil that"s also needed for chain saws.
1347946
This unit will take down tall weeds, no problem. I'd bet that the bramble will be cut easily as well. I am very pleased with this weed eater especially it's power.
1436293
It would cut tall ornamental grass. We have used it to contain/shape fast growing vines and hedges. Blades so far remain very sharp
1633525
It may but it is not intended for that. It is meant to kill stumps or freshly cut vines by manually painting the cut.
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.
1264539
Yes it will just the same as if it were grass. This blade will cut your grass very low and do a fairly good job of getting the moss too.
935906
This tool will work but you will need a ladder for that high a bush. The weight of the tool holding it high is hard for me, and had to tackle me hedge in short working times. The height of my hedge had to be done from a ladder but was done by someone stronger than myself. I wished this tool could break down to a standard hedge trimmer size also so I would have two hedge trimmers in one.
1069445
It can and I use it to cut my fescue, but I wouldn't recommend it for that, especially if the grass is longer.
1734536
I dont think it would work well at weeding gardens.Not shaped right and the extension is made from light weight material.
1027405
This is a GREAT tool for the garden. It would probably work for a while in a stone driveway BUT, I suspect it would quickly lose it's edge on the stones. If it were my driveway, I would spray it once per year with Ortho Groundclear Vegetation killer. I use the stuff around the perimeter of my garden and everywhere I don't want grass & weeds to grow. It works like a champ and actually lasts for about a year before you have to reapply!
649895
Here is some perspective. I used to have some acreage out in Oregon, and I had serious brush and high grass. I would NOT recommend this tool for farm-strength weeds & growth. I think its simply asking too much from a battery-powered trimmer. You need a gas-powered version to deal with the heavy stuff. I bought this model for my home in town, and it handles everyday yard trimming quiet handily, and I am impressed at how long the battery cell packs last. I can routinely get about 2-yards worth before I have to switch packs. But then, I am only using it to trim walk-ways, sidewalks, and flower beds. Here is some perspective. I used to have some acreage out in Oregon, and I had serious brush and high grass. I would NOT recommend this tool for farm-strength weeds & growth. I think its simply asking too much from a battery-powered trimmer. You need a gas-powered version to deal with the heavy stuff. I bought this model for my home in town, and it handles everyday yard trimming quiet handily, and I am impressed at how long the battery cell packs last. I can routinely get about 2-yards worth before I have to switch packs. But then, I am only using it to trim walk-ways, sidewalks, and... » Read More Here is some perspective. I used to have some acreage out in Oregon, and I had serious brush and high grass. I would NOT recommend this tool for farm-strength weeds & growth. I think its simply asking too much from a battery-powered trimmer. You need a gas-powered version to deal with the heavy stuff. I bought this model for my home in town, and it handles everyday yard trimming quiet handily, and I am impressed at how long the battery cell packs last. I can routinely get about 2-yards worth before I have to switch packs. But then, I am only using it to trim walk-ways, sidewalks, and flower beds. « Show Less