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Trim Shrubs

Prune overgrown branches and shape bushes to encourage healthy growth, improve airflow, and maintain the aesthetic design of your landscaping.

Pro Tips
Make cuts just above a bud or branch junction at a slight angle to encourage healthy growth.
Don't remove more than one=third of the shrubs total growth in a single pruning session.
Over-trimming can stress plants and reduce flowering potential.
Steps
1Identify and understand your shrubs
2Learn when to trim
3Prepare the area
4Trim for health by removing dead, damaged, or diseased parts of the plant
5Trim for shape and size
6Clean up and maintain
Products
Contractor Trash Bags
Hedge Shears
Safety Glasses
Tarp