I hadn't been trimming my hedges for long before I realised that a good pair of shears for topiary is a must-have piece of gardening gear. I've spent time doing research into this essential tool so...

If you want happy healthy hedges you need to keep them in good shape, so knowing when to cut back and how often is important. Here's what I've learned on this important aspect of hedge plant...

One of the most glorious autumnal hedgeplants, let's big up the Beech! Namecheck Genus: FagusMost common variety: Common Beech (fagus sylvatica)Other popular varieties: Purple...

Golden Leylandii Hedging - source It's so tall, it causes tons of neighbourly nastiness - let's find out about the fast growing Leyland Cypress! Namecheck Genus: CupressusMost common...

If you are new to the hedge trimming game, you don't want to have to shell out a lot of money until you have unlocked the passion for pruning. The good news is that you don't need to spend a fortune...

Cutting a hedge into a ball shape can seem a daunting prospect, but I got to grips with this popular topiary project and I'm sharing my tips with you! To make ball topiary, trim your hedge into a...