Hedge Trimming and Pruning Services
Hedges are a fantastic way to create natural, aesthetically pleasing boundaries between properties that promote biodiversity and support urban wildlife. Hedges grow fast, however, and require regular maintenance to keep them looking their best. Our hedge pruning and trimming service can encourage thicker, denser foliage and, with regular attention, help achieve your desired shape for a neater garden that’ll have your neighbours green with envy.
Trust the Experts for Healthy Hedges
Our specialist team of professional tree surgeons know how to keep your hedges healthy and happy.
When it comes to hedge care, timing is vital. For example, many people are unaware that privet hedges, one of the most popular hedging plants available, can produce clusters of fragrant flowers in August. Unfortunately, due to overzealous trimming at incorrect times of the year, they often don’t, meaning many of our customers miss out on this stunning display. Thankfully, we’re here to help.
Not sure what’s best for your hedges? Talk to one of our specialists today, and we’ll be happy to advise.
State-of-the-Art Equipment
At Edinburgh Tree Surgeons, we use best-in-class equipment for all our arboricultural services, with the tools necessary to handle both large and small hedge trimming operations. We carry out hedge pruning and cutting using a mix of petrol and manual clipping equipment, and our talented team have ladders to reach even the tallest plants in your garden. We a pair of secateurs that cost £1500!
Leylandii Conifer Hedges
The Leylandii (cypressus x leylandeii) conifer is the ideal hedge plant for privacy due to its fast growth and evergreen, densely packed foliage.
Cutting these plants can be challenging, however, and attempts to shape overgrown Leylandii conifers can often be unsuccessful as growth is confined to the outer tips of the branches. As a result, over-cutting can create unsightly brown and dead-looking hedges. Additionally, these hedges can quickly become overgrown, so the best practice is to cut regularly during the growing season to keep them in check while still looking smart.
Our skilled team of expert tree surgeons can help maintain and shape your Leylandii conifer hedges — keeping them thriving and looking their best.
Boundary Hedge Cutting Service
While a neighbour’s tall hedges interfering with your garden’s views or the amount of sunlight you enjoy can be troublesome, you have no legal right to reduce the height or size of their plants without their consent.
However, you’re well within your legal rights to cut any hedge that grows across the boundary of your property. Our team can help trim and shape unruly hedges in the blink of an eye, so why not call us today?
If your neighbour’s garden is infringing on your own or making it difficult to enjoy your space to its fullest, it’s recommended you approach your neighbour directly to come to an amicable agreement that suits you both. If you’ve tried every reasonable recourse and are still having trouble, you can make an application to the High Hedges Legislation in Scotland, which can act as a mediary to help find a solution.
Keep Your Plants Polished, with Hedge Trimming and Pruning Services from Edinburgh Tree Surgeons
Interested in our hedge pruning and cutting service? Contact us today, and a member of our team will walk you through the process and provide a free quotation. You can also send us photos of your hedges and organise an on-site visit from one of our experts.