Getting rid of unwanted blackberries can be a challenge, as most PNW homeowners know.
Blackberries are perennials, but they grow and bear fruit every other year, then they die. Each year the plant sends up new canes to replace the canes that died, which is how blackberries can become truly unruly and unmanageable if they’re not properly pruned back in the spring.
Thinning unwanted blackberry bushes and other overgrown shrubs is easier than you think if you have the right tools. We have 3 recommendations from STIHL’s lineup that are particularly powerful and efficient for taming bushes, shrubs and hedges!
The RG KM Reciprocator Attachment
STIHL’s Kombi system is one of our favorite tools, particularly the RG- KM Rotary Cutting Head attachment. One of the biggest advantages with this tool is that it doesn’t throw material and debris like a trimmer would, so it’s great if you’re cutting close to cars or buildings. The RG- KM has upper and lower blades, similar to a hedge trimmer, delivering an efficient cut that utilizes a low-spin. This tool allows you to quickly and effortlessly tackle blackberries (without worrying about sprayback), cut back thick shrubs, flat-top your lawn and edge beautifully and easily against gravel, asphalt and paved areas. It’s versatility is hard to beat!
Want to see the RG-KM in action? Check out our YouTube page!
STIHL Hedge Trimmers
If you’re in the market for a high-quality hedge trimmer, STIHL’s trimmers are easy to use and they are an excellent value for your money, whether you’re looking for battery powered or gas. These powerful trimmers pack a punch that can easily tackle tough blackberries and are versatile and light-weight to spruce up your garden. Have taller hedges that need cleaning up? STIHL’s extended length trimmers eliminate the need for ladders or scaffolding thanks to the adjustable shaft and the pivoting cutter bar. Watch Josh go into the differences between the Stihl HSA 56 and the HSA 66 both are battery powered, as you know we can both gas and battery powered equipment.
STIHL Brushcutters
If you need to tackle saplings or dense undergrowth in addition to those pesky blackberries, then check out the STIHL Brushcutter. Unlike a string trimmer, brushcutters use a metal blade that can cut through dense vegetation and tree trunks up to 4 inches thick. STIHL’s brushcutters are also environmentally friendly, featuring low-emissions and fuel-efficient engines. Whether you’re looking for a professional clearing saw or basic landscape maintenance, STIHL’s brushcutters are worth adding to your arsenal of outdoor power equipment. However, if you have the right trimmer you can transform your trimmer into a brushcutter with STIHL’s blade installation kit. Watch as Josh shows you how!
No matter what options you choose, you can take comfort in knowing that your new equipment comes with a free, 5-hour check, extended warranty plans and a pre-delivery set up. We also service what we sell right here at Carl’s with factory trained service techs who have superior knowledge and experience. And if you don’t feel like coming by to pick up your equipment we offer free delivery service.
Summer is a special time in the Pacific Northwest, and with STIHL’s brushcutters, trimmers and the KombiSystem you can spend more time enjoying it!
Power Your Outdoors with Carl’s Mower & Saw, a leading source for service, equipment sales & rentals, and parts in Whatcom County. Have questions? Give us a call 360-384-0799, or email us at info@carlsmower.com.