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When your hedge is well trimmed and looking fresh, it really adds invaluable aesthetic character to your home. While hedge trimming and maintenance can seem tedious and burdensome work, there are some things you can do to reduce the effort and get better results. Try these top five tips to get the perfect cut next time you get those shears out of the garden shed. Timing is everything. The summer time is the best time to cut your hedge. Certain types of hedges will only need one annual summer cut, but others like conifer hedges will need to be trimmed during the whole season. Evergreen hedges should be cut two or three times in late spring and deciduous hedges should be cut just once in late summer. Cut straight for best results Hedges look best when they have a straight and even cut. To achieve this, set up a string line between poles on either side of the hedge. First, cut the top of the hedge about a centimetre below the final cut. Move the string slightly towards the middle of the hedge to make a mark where you want to cut the hedge’s side. Cutting technique To trim your hedge effectively, you need to pay attention to the way you are cutting. Use your dominant hand on the front handle and line it up with your eye. You should start cutting from the base of the hedge and move up, paying attention to the shape of the hedge as you go. Safety first You need to be aware of your safety when you are cutting hedges. This means wearing protective gear, such as a plastic mask to protect your eyes from falling twigs as well as gloves so that your hands don’t get blisters. Also wear a long sleeve top that is tight fitting so your arms don’t get scratches. Make sure you choose the right weather conditions to trim your hedge so that the ground isn’t slippery or wet from rain. If you are using a ladder, ensure the ladder has a platform or stabiliser and ideally have someone else around to hold the ladder when you are on it. Caring for your hedge When you are trimming your hedge, it is also an ideal opportunity to check the health of the hedge. It is important to get for fungal diseases on any branches or leaves on the hedge. Make sure you collect clippings from around the base of your hedge once you are done trimming. Top of the fertilizer around the base and give your hedge plenty of water after the trim is finished.
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