Shrub & Hedge Trimming

Why Regular Hedge Trimming Matters

Shrubs and hedges are the finishing touches that frame your property and define your landscape. But they don't stay neat on their own. Regular trimming keeps them looking sharp, healthy, and under control. Overgrown hedges make your whole property look neglected, while well-maintained shrubs boost your curb appeal instantly.

In Hollister's climate, shrubs grow fast during spring and summer. What looks good in March becomes a tangled mess by July without regular attention. Our professional hedge trimming keeps your landscape looking its best all year long. We handle everything from small decorative shrubs to large privacy hedges.

What We Trim

We provide professional trimming for all types of shrubs and hedges common in Hollister landscapes:

• •Formal hedges that need precise, uniform shaping
• •Privacy screens along property lines and fences
• •Foundation plantings around your home
• •Ornamental shrubs used as landscape focal points
• •Flowering shrubs that need careful seasonal pruning
• •Overgrown shrubs that need renovation pruning

Different plants need different trimming techniques and timing. We adjust our approach based on the species and your landscape goals.

Our Trimming Process

Professional hedge trimming is more than just buzzing through with power shears. Here's how we do it right:

Step 1: Assessment

We look at each shrub's health, growth pattern, and current shape. We identify any dead branches, disease issues, or structural problems that need attention beyond basic trimming.

Step 2: Strategic Trimming

We trim to maintain the plant's natural shape while achieving the look you want. For formal hedges, we use levels and guides to create perfectly straight lines and even surfaces. For naturalistic shrubs, we hand-prune to enhance the plant's form.

Step 3: Health Pruning

While trimming, we remove dead or diseased branches and thin out overly dense growth. This improves air circulation, reduces disease risk, and helps the plant stay healthy.

Step 4: Complete Cleanup

We haul away all clippings and debris, leaving your landscape clean. You won't have piles of trimmings to deal with or cleanup work to finish.

Best Times for Hedge Trimming

Timing matters when it comes to shrub trimming. Most evergreen hedges can be trimmed any time during the growing season. We typically recommend trimming 2 to 3 times per year to maintain a formal shape. Spring and late summer are the most popular times for major trimming.

Flowering shrubs need different timing depending on when they bloom. Spring-blooming plants should be trimmed right after they finish flowering. Summer and fall bloomers get trimmed in late winter or early spring. We know the right timing for common Hollister landscape plants and adjust our schedule accordingly. For larger landscape work, we also offer complete tree trimming services. Need health advice for your plants? Check out our tree health and maintenance services.

Shrub Trimming Questions