Hedge & Shrub Trimming

Hedges and shrubs are the framework of your landscape — when they're overgrown or uneven, the whole yard looks neglected. We handle everything from routine shape maintenance to full rejuvenation cuts on plants that have gotten out of control. Every cut is made with the plant's health in mind, not just aesthetics.

Timing matters more than most people realize. Pruning a lilac at the wrong time means no blooms next spring. Cutting boxwood too late in fall exposes new growth to freeze damage. We know the pruning windows for every common Utah hedge and shrub species — privet, boxwood, lilac, juniper, barberry, and more.

We use sharp, clean tools and make proper cuts — no hacking or tearing that leaves plants vulnerable to disease. For formal hedges, we maintain tight geometric shapes. For natural shrubs, we prune to encourage healthy branching and proper airflow. If a plant needs rejuvenation pruning (cutting it way back to restart growth), we'll tell you honestly whether it's the right move.

Utah's dry climate and alkaline soil put stress on shrubs that most coastal landscapers wouldn't think twice about. We factor in local conditions when recommending pruning schedules and can advise on replacement plants if something isn't thriving in your yard's specific conditions.