Shrub trimming is one of those homeowner tasks that a lot of people avoid. Intimidated by the possibility of damaging their plant, or even from a total lack of knowledge, people neglect their shrubs until they’re overgrown and wiry, lacking the flowers and leaves that made them desirable in the first place.
Trademark Landscaping understands—we’ve seen a lot of homeowners in the same boat! Instead of stressing about it (or doing something drastic, like getting rid of your shrubs), let us handle the task. Our experienced team of tree care specialists know exactly what your shrubs need and when. Our trimming services can give your property and beautiful, clean look—while ensuring that your shrubs look incredible when spring comes around again and through out the year!
This service is a based on a per hour rate of $45.00 which includes dump fees.
Please contact us for an estimate!
FAQs
What does shrub pruning accomplish?
Not trimming your shrubs can leave them bushy and large for a while, but what results is that the interior branches of your plant stop getting sunlight or nutrients. Essentially, the shrub becomes too big to support itself, so it begins to decay or thin out. The wood becomes unproductive, meaning you’ll have fewer flowers, lowering the overall appeal of your landscape. Trimming allows your plant to grow healthy and retain its natural shape. It promotes fresh growth, more flowers, and an overall stronger shrub. However, each shrub has its own ideal season and method of pruning. Not every shrub can be pruned or trimmed the same way. That’s why Trademark Landscaping is such a popular service for homeowners—our teams include a certified landscape profesionals who directs our work, allowing your shrubs to receive the precise kind of care it needs.
When Should Shrubs Be Cut Back?
Cut back shrubs grown primarily for their foliage, such as barberry and burning bush, almost anytime except in late autumn. This will help to keep the size and shape of the shrubs. New growth that starts after late-season pruning won't harden off properly before winter and may die. If you want to do major pruning, rejuvenation pruning, it's best to cut the shrub back when it is dormant in winter. We typically prune shrubs 3 times a year. Late spring after the first growth, mid summer, and late winter.
Is it Ok to prune shrubs in the fall?
The rule of thumb is to prune immediately after bloom for flowering shrubs, in late winter or early spring for non-blooming shrubs, particularly for heavy pruning. Damaged or diseased areas should be pruned whenever the problem is noticed.
What equipment do you use to prune with?
Each shrub has a unique growth habit or shape. We use the correct tools for each of these plants to ensure the health of the plants. Gas powered hedge trimmers and loppers are a couple of the tools that we use. We also follow horticulture standards when pruning.