Burgon & Ball RHS Shrub Shear

Whether you're sculpting a shrub into a cloud-like puff or giving a hedge a tidy-up, the Burgon & Ball RHS Shrub Shear offers the control, sharpness, and quality that every gardener needs. Designed for single-handed use, this specialist tool allows you to trim and shape with one hand while using the other to hold or fluff the foliage—so you spend less time picking up clippings and more time perfecting your plants.

Endorsed by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)—the highest mark of excellence in British gardening—this shrub shear combines traditional craftsmanship with clever design. The 15cm blades are long enough to make quick work of trimming, but precise enough to allow for shaping and detailing around tight spaces.

The blades are razor-sharp, hollow-ground, and crafted from hardened and tempered high-carbon steel, which means they only make contact along the edges. This minimises friction and wear, keeps the blades from sticking together, and ensures a crisp cut every time. Whether you’re neatening up lavender, shaping boxwood, or trimming ornamental grasses, you’ll feel the difference in performance.

The painted steel handles are finished with a non-slip rubber grip for added comfort and control, while the securely locking catch ensures the blades stay safely closed when not in use. With an overall length of 30.5cm, the shear is perfectly balanced—long enough to feel powerful, but still lightweight and agile in hand.

Like all Burgon & Ball RHS-endorsed cutting tools, the Shrub Shear comes with a 10-year guarantee against manufacturing defects, so you can invest with confidence knowing you’re getting top-quality craftsmanship built to last.

If you're looking for a fast, clean, and controlled way to maintain your garden’s shape and structure, this shrub shear is a must-have in your kit.

Why We Love It at The Online Garden Store

This is hands-down one of our favourite tools for shaping topiary and soft shrubs. The one-handed action is surprisingly satisfying and makes it so much easier to hold and snip as you go—especially helpful for box balls or grasses. We love the long blade length, the satisfying snap of each cut, and how lightweight it is even during long trimming sessions. It’s sharp, smart, and beautifully made—everything we look for in a proper bit of kit.