Burgon & Ball - Sophie Conran - Topiary Shear – Precision Shaping with Designer Flair

Burgon & Ball Sophie Conran - Topiary Shear – Precision Shaping with Designer Flair

The Sophie Conran Topiary Shear is an exquisitely engineered tool designed for the meticulous gardener. Combining high-performance utility with "contemporary country" style, this shear is specifically crafted for single-handed use, allowing for maximum control when shaping box spheres, cloud pruning, or tidying soft green growth. The razor-sharp blades provide a clean, healthy cut and a satisfying "snip" that marks it as a truly premium horticultural instrument.

Best For: Gardeners who maintain topiary, low hedges, or ornamental shrubs and require a lightweight, single-handed tool for precise aesthetic shaping.

Key Features

• Razor-Sharp Precision: Perfectly engineered blades designed to deliver a clean, healthy cut on soft green growth, ensuring your topiary remains vibrant and disease-free.
• Single-Handed Operation: The ergonomic size and spring action are optimized for one-handed use, providing the agility needed for intricate shaping and detail work.
• One-Piece Stainless Steel: Crafted from single-piece stainless steel for ultimate structural strength and lifelong rust resistance.
• Satisfying Action: Features a high-quality tension that produces a distinct, crisp snipping sound—a hallmark of its superior engineering.
• Secure Brass Lock: A simple, elegant brass locking mechanism keeps the sharp blades safely closed when the tool is in storage.
• 10-Year Guarantee: Backed by a ten-year guarantee against manufacturing defects, reflecting the durability of this designer tool.
• Luxury Gifting: Presented in a stylish gift box, making it a sophisticated and practical present for any garden enthusiast.

Specifications

• Brand: Burgon & Ball
• Overall Length: 28cm
• Blade Length: 11cm
• Weight: 400g
• Material (Blades & Handles): Stainless steel
• Lock: Brass

Ideal For (Uses)

• Topiary Shaping: Ideal for the fine-tuning of boxwood (Buxus), yew, or privet into spheres, cones, or artistic forms.
• Lawn Edging: The sharp, long blades make quick work of tidying grass edges around borders and paths.
• Soft Growth Pruning: Perfect for trimming back ivy, lavender, or light ornamental grasses that require a delicate touch.
• Bonsai & Large Potted Plants: Excellent for maintaining the silhouette of larger containerized specimens and indoor trees.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.

Business Delivery:

• Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
• If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
• If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
• Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.

Lead Times:

• In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
• Supplier-Dependent Items: Can take up to 2 weeks to arrive.

While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.