[header] How to sanitize pruning shears [title] Understand that it is important to clean the pruning shears before sanitizing them. [step] Dirt and small bits of plant matter harbor bacteria and fungi, making it impossible to sanitize the pruning shears thoroughly. [title] Use a garden hose to wash off the shears. 
[step] The hose should be one with a spray nozzle attached to spray the dirt and debris off the pruning shears. Examine the shears closely to make sure they are clean.