More usable space along your boundaries
Realistic reshaping
We explain what current growth and older wood allow before reducing the hedge.
Both sides considered
Neighbouring boundaries and restricted access form part of the cutting plan.
Cuttings dealt with
Clearance can be included so the finished path or lawn is usable straight away.
Restore the boundary without losing the garden
A hedge can gradually narrow a path, crowd an entrance or take enough width from the lawn to deserve its own postcode. Regular hedge cutting controls fresh growth and keeps an established line tidy. An overgrown hedge may need height reduction, reshaping or staged work where cutting deep into old wood would leave bare areas. We consider species, condition and the result you want before deciding how far it can sensibly be reduced. Access to both sides matters, especially where the hedge follows a neighbour's boundary or sits behind planting that needs to remain untouched.
Plan for nesting activity and bulky cuttings
Before cutting, we consider active nesting and adapt the timing or affected area where necessary. We also check how the cut material can be moved from the garden. Even a modest-looking hedge can produce a remarkable heap once it reaches ground level. Our garden clearance support means hedge cuttings and related overgrowth can be handled as part of the planned outcome. At Selsey properties, we ask about gates, side passages and any side of the hedge that can't be reached. This helps us quote for the actual job rather than the neat green face visible from the front.
Frequently asked questions
Can a very wide hedge be cut back hard?
It depends on the species, condition and presence of live growth beneath the surface. Cutting into old wood can leave bare sections that recover slowly or not at all. We assess the hedge and discuss a realistic reduction or staged approach.
What happens if birds are nesting in the hedge?
Active nests must not be disturbed. We check the hedge before work and may need to avoid the occupied section or rearrange cutting. Tell us about any activity you've noticed, but don't reach into dense growth to investigate it yourself.
Can hedge cuttings be removed from the garden?
Yes, clearance can form part of the quoted work. We consider the volume of material and the route from hedge to vehicle, including narrow gates or steps. You can also identify any suitable material you want retained before we begin.