Shrub & Hedge Trimming

The Importance of Regular Trimming

Your shrubs and hedges are the framework of your landscape. When they look good, your whole property looks maintained and cared for. When they get overgrown and messy, they make your entire yard look neglected. Regular trimming keeps your landscape looking sharp and helps your plants stay healthy.

Here in Pine Bluff, many shrubs grow fast, especially during spring and summer. If you wait too long between trimmings, they can get out of hand quickly. Overgrown shrubs block windows, crowd walkways, and look messy. They also become breeding grounds for pests and disease.

Proper trimming does more than just make shrubs look neat. It encourages healthy new growth, improves air circulation to prevent disease, and helps plants maintain their natural shape. Regular trimming also keeps shrubs and hedges dense and full instead of leggy and sparse.

Shrubs and Hedges We Work With

We trim and shape all types of landscape plants, including:

• Formal hedges like boxwood and privet
• Evergreen shrubs including hollies and junipers
• Flowering shrubs such as azaleas and hydrangeas
• Foundation plantings around your home
• Privacy hedges and screens
• Ornamental grasses and perennials
• Topiary and shaped plants
• Overgrown shrubs that need renovation pruning

Different plants need different approaches. We know when to trim each type for best results. Timing matters because trimming at the wrong time can reduce flowering or stress the plant. We follow best practices for every species to keep your landscape looking its best. See our full range of services for complete property care.

How We Trim Your Shrubs and Hedges

We take a careful approach to every trimming job:

When to Schedule Trimming

Most shrubs and hedges benefit from trimming 2 to 3 times per year. Spring trimming removes winter damage and shapes plants before the growing season. Summer trimming keeps fast-growing plants under control. Fall trimming prepares plants for winter and gives your landscape a clean look for the holidays.

Flowering shrubs need special timing. Spring-blooming plants like azaleas should be trimmed right after they finish flowering. Summer-blooming plants can be trimmed in late winter or early spring. We know the right timing for every plant so you get maximum flowers and healthy growth.

Regular trimming is easier and cheaper than dealing with severely overgrown plants. If you have shrubs that have gotten out of hand, we can do renovation pruning to bring them back to a manageable size. This might take a couple of seasons, but it is worth it to restore your landscape. For larger projects, you might also need our tree trimming services to complete the look. Or if you are clearing areas for new landscaping, check out our land clearing options.

Shrub Trimming Questions