When to trim a cedar hedgeThere is no doubt that a cedar hedge is a popular choice for creating a privacy fence around your property. However, not all hedges look the same. Some are ugly, neglected. Others, those that are well maintained, are wonderfully bushy.
Maintaining your hedge is essentially about annual pruning. But can it be pruned at any time? In fact, the best time is between late June and late August. This is ideal. It is also not advisable to prune it when it is very hot. The period during which it is best to proceed is short, so it is very important to reserve your spot quickly. You could also agree on a recurring time each year. Emondage Repentigny includes cedar hedge trimming in its tree care services. Just give us a call at 579-795-1014 and we can arrange the best time for you. |
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The right way to trim
Pruning is not done any old way either. It is important to start when the cedars are young and to focus on the lateral branches during the first few years. In this way, height growth occurs freely and more quickly. When the tree is mature enough and has reached the desired height, it is time to prune.
Pruning is relatively flexible. You may want your hedges to be square, round or conical. In the latter case, the branches of the entire plant are able to receive light, which strengthens the specimen.
In addition, it is essential not to cut the shoots too much. A clumsy move can be difficult to repair and even irreversible. It can even compromise the growth of a tree. Therefore, any pruning should be limited to a third of the shoots, sometimes half, but not much more.
Cedar hedge pruning may look like a simple task, but it requires a level of expertise that justifies entrusting the task to experts. In addition, a well-stocked hedge instead of a sparse one contributes to a more aesthetic overall design. This makes your time at home more relaxing.
Pruning is relatively flexible. You may want your hedges to be square, round or conical. In the latter case, the branches of the entire plant are able to receive light, which strengthens the specimen.
In addition, it is essential not to cut the shoots too much. A clumsy move can be difficult to repair and even irreversible. It can even compromise the growth of a tree. Therefore, any pruning should be limited to a third of the shoots, sometimes half, but not much more.
Cedar hedge pruning may look like a simple task, but it requires a level of expertise that justifies entrusting the task to experts. In addition, a well-stocked hedge instead of a sparse one contributes to a more aesthetic overall design. This makes your time at home more relaxing.
Why trimming cedars?
Many people doubt the need to trim their hedges. However, a well done maintenance is a guarantee of health for your specimens. It is then possible to achieve a better control on their development. Finally, there is nothing better for the eye than the "fluffy" result thus obtained.
Our tree care service will make you proud of your hedge. Simply call 579-795-1014 to ask your questions and schedule an appointment with us.
Our tree care service will make you proud of your hedge. Simply call 579-795-1014 to ask your questions and schedule an appointment with us.
Structural training
Training pruning is not often used. It is a type of maintenance that is spread over the long term. This technique focuses on the structure or shape of the plant. You can also choose a particular shape.
As with the cedar hedge, pruning should begin when the specimen is young. Doing it early allows for better healing of the branches when they are pruned. This is because any pruning represents a certain injury, minor for a young tree. Moreover, the risks of complications increase with the age of a tree. Another point not to be overlooked: the earlier the process begins, the more work is spread out. In other words, each step is smaller, which is much less likely to be a shock to the tree. Here's another interesting point: if you own fruit trees, you'll be pleased to know that training pruning encourages fruit production.
This technique requires knowledge about each tree species and their respective development. It also requires know-how in the gestures and awareness of their impacts. Our arborists at Emondage Repentigny meet these criteria with flying colors.
Training pruning is also an opportunity to play with the light and shade on your property. By orienting the trajectory, by playing with the shape, by limiting the length of certain branches, it is possible to direct the shadow cast by the branches where you want it or to move it away from the areas you want to be brighter.
After all these explanations, you understand the precision that this technique requires. Also, we will make a reconnaissance visit before presenting you our free quote. Emerald Ash Borer
As with the cedar hedge, pruning should begin when the specimen is young. Doing it early allows for better healing of the branches when they are pruned. This is because any pruning represents a certain injury, minor for a young tree. Moreover, the risks of complications increase with the age of a tree. Another point not to be overlooked: the earlier the process begins, the more work is spread out. In other words, each step is smaller, which is much less likely to be a shock to the tree. Here's another interesting point: if you own fruit trees, you'll be pleased to know that training pruning encourages fruit production.
This technique requires knowledge about each tree species and their respective development. It also requires know-how in the gestures and awareness of their impacts. Our arborists at Emondage Repentigny meet these criteria with flying colors.
Training pruning is also an opportunity to play with the light and shade on your property. By orienting the trajectory, by playing with the shape, by limiting the length of certain branches, it is possible to direct the shadow cast by the branches where you want it or to move it away from the areas you want to be brighter.
After all these explanations, you understand the precision that this technique requires. Also, we will make a reconnaissance visit before presenting you our free quote. Emerald Ash Borer
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