Shrub & Hedge Trimming

Why Regular Shrub Trimming Matters

Shrubs are not like grass that you can ignore for a few weeks without consequence. Overgrown shrubs look messy, block windows and walkways, and provide hiding spots for pests. Dense, untrimmed growth also reduces air circulation, which can lead to disease problems in our humid summer months.

Regular trimming keeps shrubs at the right size and shape for your landscape design. It encourages new growth from the base, which keeps plants full and attractive. Most shrubs benefit from trimming one to three times per year, depending on the species and how formal you want them to look. Fast-growing plants like oleander and privet need more frequent attention than slow growers like juniper or yucca.

If your shrubs have gotten completely out of control, we can also handle renovation pruning to bring them back to manageable size. For larger plant problems, check out our tree trimming services as well.

What We Trim

We handle all types of shrubs and hedges common to the Bullhead area. Our services include:

• Formal hedges: We create crisp, geometric shapes with precise cuts and clean lines.
• Natural-style pruning: We shape shrubs to maintain their natural form while controlling size.
• Foundation plantings: Shrubs around your home get special attention to frame windows and doors attractively.
• Privacy screens: We maintain hedges at the right height and density for effective screening.
• Flowering shrubs: Timing matters for plants like roses and hibiscus, so we trim after blooming to protect next season's flowers.
• Desert natives: Plants like creosote, jojoba, and desert spoon get specialized care appropriate to their growth habits.

We use sharp, professional tools to make clean cuts that heal quickly. Poor cuts with dull tools damage plants and invite disease. Learn more about our comprehensive approach on our homepage.

Best Times to Trim Shrubs

Timing your shrub trimming correctly promotes healthy growth and abundant flowers. For most non-flowering shrubs in Bullhead, late winter or early spring is ideal because plants are dormant and about to start new growth. This timing lets them recover quickly and fill in evenly.

Flowering shrubs need different timing depending on when they bloom. Spring bloomers like lilac should be trimmed right after flowering. Summer and fall bloomers can be trimmed in late winter. We know the right schedule for each plant type, so you never sacrifice next season's flowers.

Light maintenance trimming can happen any time during the growing season, but avoid heavy pruning during extreme heat. If your landscape needs more than shrub trimming, ask about our tree health and maintenance services for comprehensive care.