Hedge & Shrub Trimming Services
We Care 4 Lawn Care offers professional Hedge Trimming Services and Shrub trimming services throughout Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Norfolk. We understand that season-based trimming is essential in maintaining the beauty and health of your hedges and shrubs.
Our Hedge & Shrub Trimming Services include:
- Cutting back the excessive growth of the plants and keeping the plants in a proper shape by removing dead branches.
- Trimming and pruning will cut back seasonal plants to promote healthy growth, desired shapes, and prevent overcrowding.
- Frequent trimming service based on the hedge and shrub type. For instance:
- Shrubs require trimming 1-2 times each year.
- Private hedges get trimmed 3 times each year.
- Hemlock, yew, cedar, are slow growing so they get trimmed at least 1 time per year.
- Chinese elm hedges get trimmed at least 5 times each year.
- Hedge and Shrub Shaping: Our professional team can shape your hedges as well as shrubs as you prefer. Shaping will end up maintaining a natural form of the shrubs and hedges.
- Height and Density Managing: Our trimmers ensure that the hedges or shrubs of your lawn get proper maintenance, including appropriate height and density checking. This prevents shrubs and hedges from overgrowing.
- Hedge Thinning and Renewing: Reducing the density of the hedge, by removing branches and foliage from hedges. Improving the appearance and health of your shrubs and hedges.
- Hedge and Shrub Health Assessment: We also assess the health of your hedges and shrubs. If it is required, we will recommend treatments and fertilizers to promote overall health and resilience.
Why Choose our Shrub and Hedge Trimming Services?
Hedges and shrubs come with aesthetic benefits to make your landscape vibrant. Trimming hedges or shrubs can define your property boundaries and maintain harmony within the landscape.
- We prioritize your specific needs and preferences, and tailor your trimming service per your concerns for your lawn.
- Our trimming experts are highly qualified and trained in trimming all lengths of hedges.They will take care of your lawn in the required time and trim your hedge or shrub with proper care.
- Our specialized tools and equipment for our trimming services are professional, safe, and efficient.
Hedge & Shrub Trimming Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time of year to trim hedges?
The best time to trim hedges is in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This timing allows you to shape the hedge and remove dead or damaged branches while minimizing stress on the plant.
When not to trim hedges?
Avoid trimming hedges in late fall or early winter. Pruning during this time can stimulate new growth that is vulnerable to frost damage. Additionally, refrain from heavy trimming during extreme heat or drought conditions to prevent undue stress on the plants.
When should you not trim bushes?
You should not trim bushes in late fall, as this can encourage new growth that may not harden before winter, leading to frost damage. Avoid trimming during the height of summer heat or during periods of drought to reduce stress on the plants.
Is it okay to trim hedges in the summer?
Yes, it is okay to trim hedges in the summer, particularly for light shaping and maintenance. However, avoid heavy pruning during the peak of summer heat, as this can stress the plants. Early summer is generally better than late summer for more substantial pruning.
What month is best to trim shrubs?
The best month to trim shrubs is typically March or April, depending on your climate. This period allows you to prune before new growth starts in spring, promoting healthy development and maintaining shape.
How to trim an overgrown hedge?
To trim an overgrown hedge start by cutting back the top to the desired height then trim the sides, working from the bottom up to ensure a tapered shape that is wider at the base. Remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches. Perform gradual reduction over several seasons if the hedge is severely overgrown to avoid shocking the plant.
How to trim a very overgrown bush?
To trim a very overgrown bush begin by removing dead or damaged branches. Then thin out the interior by removing some of the oldest stems at ground level to improve air circulation. Cut back remaining stems by up to one-third to promote new growth. Consider a more gradual approach, trimming incrementally over a few seasons if necessary.
Does trimming the top of a hedge make it grow thicker?
Yes, trimming the top of a hedge encourages lateral growth, making the hedge grow thicker and more dense. Regularly trimming the top helps promote a fuller appearance by stimulating side shoots.
How far back can you trim shrubs?
You can trim shrubs back by up to one-third of their total size without causing harm. For severe reductions, consider spreading the trimming over several seasons to avoid stressing the plant excessively.
What is the 1/3 rule for pruning?
The 1/3 rule for pruning states that you should not remove more than one-third of a shrub’s or tree’s branches in a single pruning session. This helps ensure the plant remains healthy and can recover effectively.
Is there a wrong time to trim shrubs?
Yes, trimming shrubs at the wrong time can harm the plant. Avoid pruning in late fall or early winter to prevent new growth susceptible to frost damage. Similarly, avoid heavy pruning during extreme heat or drought conditions to minimize stress on the plant.
Is there a wrong way to trim bushes?
Yes, improper trimming techniques can damage bushes. Avoid cutting too close to the main stem, leaving stubs, or removing too much foliage at once. Always use clean, sharp tools and make clean cuts to promote healthy regrowth. Ensure you follow the natural shape of the plant to maintain its aesthetic and health.