Rose pruning looks gentle. It isn't. The thorns find every gap in protection, every moment of inattention. Daniel's hands tell the story of years fighting thorns.
"People think landscaping is just mowing lawns. Then they try to prune a mature climbing rose and understand: this is combat."
The Thorn Defense
Daniel layers protection for thorn work: leather gloves over tape-wrapped hands. The tape fills gaps where thorns might reach, adds cushion against punctures, keeps small wounds clean.
"Thorns carry bacteria. Every puncture is an infection risk. The tape isn't just comfort — it's disease prevention."
Client Expectations
Landscape clients notice hands. Rough, damaged hands undermine the impression of careful, quality work. Daniel's hand care is partially about client perception.
"I'm asking people to trust me with their gardens. Hands that look cared-for suggest a person who cares about details. It matters for the business."