Plant Pruning

I see leaves dying on the plant in my 10-gallon aquarium and I'd like to
cut them off and take them out without disturbing
the roots (and possibly pulling the plant up). What should I
use? Would a normal pair of scissors do the job?

Thanks,

Sharp scissors. I keep them next to the tank. Don't pinch plants - it
tends to damage tissue more than a quick snip.


I have the "aqua-thingy", but find the blade too weak, so tend to use
scissors and fingernails.

Oh, and stepladders.
It's 24" deep with 3" of graveland I'm only 5' 9" :-)

Peter