64+ Trimming Box Hedges

It is the removal of all or most of the most recent growth. Severe pruning of boxwoods can have mixed results but you may be able to safely cut the shrubs back by 2 to 3 feet depending on their size their health and the time of year you prune.

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Trimming box hedges!!!

This is because pruning then will spur new growth that won t harden off in time for winter and be killed by the cold. Boxwoods can be pruned any time but late summer and early fall. Trim off branches that are sticking out above the shrub. Severe late summer pruning followed by a cold winter could even kill the entire shrubs.

Monty don gives the dos and don ts when it comes to trimming box hedges before winter sets in. Use loppers if the growth of your boxwoods are out. Hedge shears or trimmers are typically used for formal hedges while simple bypass pruners are suitable for any type of hedge. Install the other pair of stakes and strings.

Of course the best way to avoid having to cut back overgrown boxwoods is. Trim the top of the hedge. How to trim a hedge trimming hedges evenly. Shearing or trimming may be done with hand shears or with electric hedge clippers.

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