With a good pruning schedule you can keep hedges under control without too much effort. Most evergreen formal hedges like to be trimmed two or three times a year, while they're actively growing.

Avoid trimming hedges in late summer or early fall, as this can harm new growth before winter. Freshly cut hedges are more vulnerable to cold temperatures, which can lead to dieback and other issues.

When a lawn becomes overgrown, it can be much harder to cut. Long bundles bunch up around rotary blades, preventing them from turning properly and causing the engine to overheat. If you operate a ...