Clean tools between plants
Clean tools help avoid carrying problems to another plant.

What to look for
Plant sap, soil and debris can remain on blades after a cut. Cleaning is especially important after handling a plant that may have a disease.
What to do
Remove visible debris and wash the tool first. When disinfecting is needed, use an appropriate disinfectant according to its label, then dry the blades. Follow the manufacturer’s directions and never mix cleaning chemicals.