A hedge can be a beautiful decoration of any garden. However, it requires regular pruning, especially in French gardens where regular forms are maintained, as well as wherever you want to limit its height and width to certain sizes. Today we will tell you what to consider when choosing hedge trimmers?
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When should you trim your hedge?
Every gardener knows that the best time to plant a hedge is autumn. Hedge cutting is best done in spring. Of course, you need to buy appropriate hedge shears. You can also choose secateurs with a comfortable handle and intended for manual cutting. Before we move on to how to choose a hedge trimmer , we'll tell you which months are best to trim your hedge.
Well, the optimal time is March or April, when there are no more strong frosts. Thanks to this, the plant will regenerate faster after cutting. The first cut is made 20-30 cm above the ground. After that, the hedge should be trimmed once a year. If a gardener decides to trim the hedge twice, the last one should be done by the end of August, so that the wounds can heal and the growths can become woody before winter. This prevents fungal diseases of hedges.
What should you consider when choosing a hedge trimmer?
Many people ask themselves - which hedge trimmers are the best? If you have a large number of plants to shape in your garden, it is better to use electric shears. What matters here is the power of electric scissors. The higher the power, the smoother the cut, and the optimal power is 400 W. It is worth emphasizing that if you want to work freely without having to connect to a socket, you can choose cordless scissors or combustion scissors. These shears models are perfect for large hedges.
If you choose manual hedge trimmers , they will be useful not only when you want to cut small plants. Use a pole hedge trimmer to precisely cut higher branches and hedges up to 2.4 m high. Telescopic hedge trimmers will come in handy for trimming hard-to-reach places. When selecting a cutting blade, the size of the hedge and its shape are important. Hand scissors are better for precise cutting because they are handy and light. By choosing cordless shears, you can trim a large, rectangular hedge more quickly.
If the garden is large and access to electricity may be difficult, it is worth choosing battery or combustion shears. Pay attention to the length of the blade. Models with a shorter blade will be suitable for precise shaping of shapes, while those with longer blades will be suitable for taller plants. The type of blade is also important. You can choose from those made of stainless or carbon steel. Manufacturers also specify what diameter of branches can be cut with a given equipment.
Simple and light trimming with manual hedge trimmers
There is no need to use electrical equipment in a small garden. Hand shears will work well for small hedges. It is worth making sure that they have an ergonomic handle. The best hand scissors are perfect for cutting in hard-to-reach places and forming subtle shapes. It is worth emphasizing that trimming always starts from the sides, and only then the back is cut. To do so, stretch the string to determine the cutting height. This way you can maintain the cutting plane and perfect lines.
Using a boom hedge trimmer
Electric hedge trimmers can be successfully used in small gardens, remembering not to do it during or just after rain because of the risk of electric shock. The boom model may have a rotating handle, which makes cutting easier. In this case, both manual and cordless models are available. Pole shears are easy to use and efficient.
They may have double-sided knives, which ensures precision when cutting the back and sides. The boom increases the blade's capabilities and makes cutting more comfortable - you don't have to stand on a ladder or raise your arms high. When choosing cordless pole shears, pay attention to how durable they are. The battery can last for an hour, most often. You can choose, for example, Makita models.
Advantages of telescopic hedge trimmers
If you want to cut plants with telescopic shears, you can choose manual, electric or battery models. Thanks to them, you can perform the necessary work related to periodic, spring or summer haircuts. Electric models are environmentally friendly, lightweight and easy to use. They do not cause excessive noise, just like battery models. The latter do not limit the scope of work. They can be used without using a ladder. In the case of manual models, the handle is extended, which makes it possible to reach hard-to-reach places and trim even very dense, small hedges.
Electric and battery models will work for larger ones. The ability to adjust the cutting head and set the appropriate blade angle is important. Telescopic models may have different working ranges, but they always increase it compared to standard hedge trimmers. It is worth choosing telescopic shears with a diamond-ground blade, which allows for the most precise cutting. With an additional battery for cordless telescopic shears, you can work without interruption.
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Noteworthy are the Home Tool Garden 810mm telescopic hedge trimmers . They allow you to cut out various shapes, trim the contours of hedges, but also shrubs and ornamental plants, such as grass. The blade of these scissors is coated to ensure a clean cut. The length of the telescopic arms can be adjusted from 615 mm to 810 mm. The blade length is 210 mm. Ergonomic handle ensures comfort of work.
If you want to trim your hedge regularly, precisely and quickly, you can also choose equipment from the manufacturer Greenworks, specifically the Home Tool Garden 40V 51cm G40PHA pole hedge trimmer . They allow you to make 3,200 cuts per minute. These are cordless shears with a brush motor. The operating time on one charge can be up to 60 minutes with a 4 Ah battery. The length of the diamond blade is 51 cm, and the additional boom allows you to cut tall hedges up to 200 cm and adjust the head to 125 degrees. Swiveling handle ensures ergonomics. These shears can cut branches with a diameter of up to 19 mm. Another advantage is its low weight - 2.9 kg. The scissors should be equipped with a 40 V battery and a charger.
If you prefer manual pruning, choose Home Tool Garden hedge trimmers . This is a manual, telescopic model that allows you to work at any angle. Its advantage is its lightweight construction and ergonomic handle. For this model, the blade length is 215 mm. The maximum cutting diameter is 10 mm. The blade is made of hardened steel and covered with Teflon coating.