Over time, your hedge can become denser. Its growth then becomes uncontrollable and severe pruning may then be necessary to rejuvenate it. Over time, the hedge in your garden can end up taking on an excessive density. In this case, it is enough to restore it with a few tips.
As you age, your hedge may look neglected. However, it is enough to carry out a size adapted to your type of hedge to rejuvenate it. However, this practice requires patience.
How to restore an aging hedge?
When we observe the abandoned hedge in our garden, it can be tempting to carry out a severe pruning . However, it is imperative to take into account the type of hedge you have. This practice could lead to difficulties at the time of recovery. Some hedges require pruning at a specific time of the year. For example, fruit and berry hedges usually only need shortening of old growth and trimming of weaker areas after the berries have finished fruiting .
How to trim a hedge to rejuvenate it?
Some species tolerate severe pruning better than others. These are mainly hardwoods (beech, laurel-palm, etc.). Unlike conifers which find it difficult to regrow on old wood. The Lawson and Provence cypress do not tolerate pruning close to the trunk. Finally, yew and juniper can rejuvenate with the help of thorough recalibration.