Hedges by Hodges

The right tools

I find that using tools designed for the job is not only quicker but also delivers better results.

So I use a hedge trimmer for most of the work, but I always have a pair of secateurs in my pocket for removing thick, woody branches.

This helps with the overall look of the hedge and puts less stress on the hedger’s blades.

My best tip would be don’t prune in the middle of the hottest day of the year. This is like us sunbathing in cooking oil instead of sunscreen. The cool of the afternoon or a mild day is best. If, by some chance, you’ve been caught in a heatwave, some damp shade cloth will protect it from the sun after its ‘haircut’.