Trimming hedges is a fundamental aspect of garden maintenance to ensure they remain healthy, neat, and aesthetically pleasing.
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Identify any diseased or dead branches that need removal.
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Use a string or a guide to maintain an even height across the entire hedge. Trim the top first and then work on the sides.
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Taper the sides slightly so that the top is narrower than the bottom. This allows sunlight to reach all parts of the hedge, promoting healthy growth
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Angle the cut slightly outward when trimming the sides. This helps prevent the lower branches from being shaded by the upper ones.
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Make your cuts at a slight slant rather than straight across. This promotes water runoff and minimizes the chance of disease
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Trim away any dead or diseased branches, cutting back to healthy wood.
