Overgrown shrubs block windows and walkways, rub against siding, and hide the front of the house. Regular trimming keeps foundation plantings in proportion and makes the whole property look cared for.
What's Included
- Hedge shaping for boxwood, privet, yew and holly, cut slightly wider at the base so light reaches the lower branches.
- Selective pruning of flowering shrubs like hydrangea, lilac and forsythia to keep a natural shape.
- Rejuvenation pruning for badly overgrown shrubs, cutting older stems near the ground over one to three years.
- Clearance from siding, windows, AC units and walkways.
- Cleanup and haul-away of all clippings.
Timing Matters
Trim at the wrong time and you cut off next year's flowers. Spring bloomers such as lilac, forsythia and azalea should be pruned right after flowering. Summer bloomers like most hydrangeas and rose of Sharon, along with most evergreens, are best trimmed in late winter or early spring. Avoid heavy pruning after early September so new growth can harden off before frost.
Shrub Trimming Cost
Compare what is included in each written quote: access, cutting, hauling, cleanup and any separate stump work.
Remove or Replace?
Some overgrown shrubs come back well from hard pruning, while others are better replaced. A pro can tell you which is worth saving and handle root removal and new plantings if needed.
Call (833) 423-0578 for shrub and hedge trimming across the Cincinnati metro.