Trimming hedges keeps them healthy, bushy, and controlled. However, knowing when to prune hedges can be confusing as there are a lot of factors to consider. The different types and styles can mean ...

Summer’s end means it’s time to stop shearing evergreen hedges, according to Ben Fortin, the horticulturist who oversees the Hedge Collection at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle. Timing yo… ...

Help your hedges thrive by trimming or pruning at the right time. This Is the Worst Time to Trim Your Hedges, According to Gardening Experts Skip to main content ...

The best time to trim hedges is late winter or early spring, before new growth starts. Pruning during this time helps maintain hedge shape and health without risking damage from cold weather.

If a hedge is non-flowering, the best time to prune is now, early spring, before it starts much active growth. That way, it can divert more of its energy into filling out after you prune it.

In the case of an overgrown beech hedge such as yours, you’re right to be cautious, as overly harsh pruning can shock the plants, especially if carried out at the wrong time of year.

Growing Things: How to best prune your spruce hedge. Author of the article: Gerald Filipski. Published Dec 05, 2024 • Last updated Dec 05, 2024 • 3 minute read. Join the conversation .