How to form a hedge in autumn

A hedge protects a property from prying eyes, wind, and dust. It also demarcates the area, creating a beautiful landscape feature. That's right, beautifully formed shrubs delight with their appearance. To ensure green spaces maintain their perfect appearance for as long as possible, follow basic care rules.

When to trim a hedge

Hedge trimming promotes shoot growth, increases crown density, and creates a smooth profile. This procedure is performed annually, thereby creating clear lines and maintaining the health of the plants. The initial pruning determines the rooting quality and appearance of the hedge.

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Initially, bushes are pruned once a year in late autumn. As they grow, the number of prunings increases. Then, another pruning is performed in early spring. With two prunings, the plants begin to grow faster. Crown shaping is repeated as new shoots emerge and to maintain their appearance. This can be done several times per season.

How to shape bushes

For planting living fences, use climbing annual or perennial vines, as well as ornamental deciduous shrubs. To shape the plantings into a beautiful shape, you'll need quality tools:

• thin branches are cut with pruning shears;
• Use scissors with serrated blades to remove large or woody stems;
• thick branches are trimmed with a lopper;
• Electric shears or electric trimmers are used to give the bushes an intricate appearance.

When shaping bushes, experienced gardeners adhere to the following sequence:

• posts are driven in along the length of the plantings;
• a rope is pulled over them;
• secure the twine at the required height;
• The tool is used to trim the plants along the created border.

With the help of a hedge limiter, the hedge acquires a correct and harmonious external shape, and the pruning process becomes easier and faster.

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Features of the formation of the main plant species

Certain shrubs are used to create hedges. Each requires its own pruning techniques. The most commonly planted are:

1. Privet.
   The first time, more than half of the shoots are removed, then up to 70%. Pruning shears or pruning shears are used for shaping.
2. Spirea is pruned depending on the variety.
   As a rule, half the length of the branches is removed.
3. Hawthorn is pruned once a year.
   The haircut is done until the bud is clearly visible.
4. Thuja responds well to pruning.
   Shoots up to 0.5 cm thick are removed with special scissors.

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The timing and specifics of pruning depend entirely on the type of shrubs planted. Proper pruning maintains the health of plants and enhances their attractiveness. Therefore, the process of maintaining green spaces must be approached with care and responsibility.