Garden shears are specialized tools designed for trimming and shaping plants in gardens. They typically feature two sharp blades that are operated by a pivot point, allowing for precise cuts. Garden shears are ideal for cutting back overgrown shrubs, shaping hedges, and snipping flowers. These tools come in various sizes and styles, including bypass shears and anvil shears. Bypass shears have two blades that slide past each other, making them suitable for live plants, while anvil shears have a single blade that cuts against a flat surface, ideal for dead wood. Proper maintenance, such as sharpening and cleaning, ensures their longevity.