Hedge cutting is a job that few people look forward to tackling!  Much depends on the type of hedge, whether it’s a non-native fast grower, like leylandii, or a deciduous native hedge like beech or hawthorn. And it’s a job that takes some skill and knowledge of the different plants that grow in British hedges.

Hedge cutting is a seasonal job: we recommend what we call formative pruning in winter or early spring. After this, we’ll come back for maintenance trimming – we usually recommend once a year for informal hedges and twice a year for formal hedges. Some formal hedges may need three cuts a year. It’s generally best to do maintenance trimming between spring and summer.

Avoid Hedge Cutting during the Breeding Season for Birds

It sounds obvious, but many of our beloved garden birds rely on our hedges to build their nests and raise their young. The RSPB recommends avoiding hedge cutting during the main breeding season, which usually lasts from March to August.  Some birds breed outside this season, and it can depend on the weather, so we always check hedges to make sure we’re not destroying active avian habitat.  Let us help you keep your hedges in good shape without disturbing the wildlife.

Contact Anderson Landscapes for Expert Hedge Cutting

Get in touch with Anderson Landscapes today for advice and a quote on hedge cutting. Call us now on [insert number] or drop us an email via the Contact Us page. We’ll be happy to help.