Which Scissors for Which Job? The NFS Colour-Code Guide
Whether you're conditioning flowers for a wedding, harvesting blooms from the garden or trimming thick branches for an installation, using the right cutting tool makes all the difference. The best scissors for flowers aren't necessarily the best tool for woody stems, and using the wrong cutter can damage both your plants and your tools.
That's exactly why the NFS Scissors & Cutters range was developed.
Instead of offering a confusing assortment of cutting tools, the NFS range uses a simple colour-coded system that makes choosing the right tool quick and easy. Whether you're a professional florist, event stylist, flower farmer, horticulturist or home gardener, the colour tells you exactly where that tool sits within the range and what it's designed to do. The system was created to eliminate guesswork while providing an easy upgrade path as your needs grow.
The NFS Colour-Code Ladder
Economy — Blue
Perfect for: Everyday florist and craft work.
The Economy range is the ideal starting point for hobbyists, floristry students and businesses needing reliable everyday scissors across multiple workstations. Designed for general cutting tasks, these scissors deliver dependable performance at an accessible price point.
Product
- Florist & Craft Stainless Steel Scissors
Classic — Red
Perfect for: Everyday professional floristry.
The Classic range builds on everyday performance with upgraded quality, improved ergonomics and the reassurance of a 10-year guarantee. These are the tools many florists will reach for every day, whether trimming fresh flowers or carrying out general pruning.
Products
- Florist Snips Trimmer Picker Bunch Cutter
- Garden Shears Branch Cut
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Professional Scissors Florist and CRAFT
PowerCut Florist — Yellow & Black
Perfect for: High-volume flower cutting.
If you're processing hundreds of stems every day, this is where the PowerCut Florist range shines. Featuring heavy-duty Ippon scissors with ergonomic soft-grip handles and precision-ground re-sharpenable blades, they're designed for professional florists who demand comfort, accuracy and long-lasting performance.
Backed by a lifetime guarantee, these are ideal for commercial flower preparation and production work.
Products
PowerCut Garden — Green & Grey
Perfect for: Woody stems, branches and heavier cutting.
When scissors are no longer enough, the PowerCut Garden range steps in. This professional collection includes bypass secateurs, anvil secateurs, ratchet pruners, bunch cutters and folding saws, allowing you to tackle everything from fresh green stems through to thick branches.
Like the PowerCut Florist range, every tool is backed by a lifetime guarantee.
Products
- Professional Ratchet Pruner
- Professional Bypass Secateurs
- Professional Trimmer Picker
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Professional Anvil Secateurs
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Professional Powerteeth Folding Saw
The four-tier system was intentionally designed so customers can begin with Economy or Classic before upgrading to the professional PowerCut ranges as their workload increases.
Which Tool Is Best For Each Job?
| Job | Recommended Tool |
|---|---|
| Everyday flower arranging | Economy Florist & Craft Scissors |
| General florist bench work | Classic Florist Snips |
| Professional flower stem cutting | PowerCut Florist Ippon Scissors |
| Precision stem trimming | PowerCut Florist Fine Tip Ippon |
| Fresh green branches | PowerCut Bypass Secateurs |
| Dead or dry branches | PowerCut Anvil Secateurs |
| Thick or hard branches | PowerCut Ratchet Pruner |
| Harvesting flower bunches | Professional Bunch Cutter |
| Large woody branches | PowerCut Folding Saw |
| Complete garden toolkit |
Professional Garden Tool Set |
Why the Right Tool Matters
Using the correct cutting tool isn't simply about convenience—it protects both your plants and your investment.
For example, trying to cut woody branches with ordinary florist scissors can dull blades prematurely and place unnecessary strain on your hands. Secateurs are engineered specifically for thicker stems, while bypass blades perform best on live green growth, anvil secateurs excel on dead wood, and ratchet mechanisms multiply cutting force for tougher branches. When branches exceed secateur capacity, a folding saw becomes the safest and most efficient solution.
Built for Comfort. Built to Last.
Every NFS cutting tool has been developed with professional users in mind. Across the range you'll find:
- Precision-ground, re-sharpenable steel blades
- Ergonomic soft-grip handles for reduced hand fatigue
- Colour-coded identification
- Left- and right-handed options across selected models
- 10-year guarantee on Classic tools
- Lifetime guarantee on PowerCut ranges
Whether you're cutting a handful of flowers or preparing hundreds of arrangements every week, these features help make repetitive cutting easier and more comfortable.
Caring for Your NFS Cutting Tools
Looking after your cutting tools will maximise their performance and lifespan.
After each use:
- Wipe blades clean.
- Remove sap and plant residue.
- Dry thoroughly before storage.
- Lightly lubricate pivot points as required.
- Store in a dry location.
- Re-sharpen blades when needed.
With proper care, your NFS scissors and secateurs will continue delivering clean, precise cuts for years.
Find the Right NFS Cutting Tool
Whether you're just starting your floristry journey or upgrading the tools you rely on every day, the NFS colour-coded system takes the guesswork out of choosing the right cutter.
From everyday florist scissors through to professional secateurs and pruning saws, there's an NFS tool designed for every task. Simply follow the colour guide, choose the tool that matches your work, and cut with confidence. For more information, see our blog How to Cut Flower Stems Correctly (and Why 45° Matters).