How to use a hedge trimmer: tips and maintenance advice

To ensure your hedge trimmer lasts for many years to come, regular maintenance is essential. Here you can find some practical hedge trimmer tips and tricks that will help you care for this tool correctly.

Hedge trimmer care before use

Close-up of sharp teeth on a hedge trimmer while cutting a hedge

Sharpening your hedge trimmer yourself

Even the best cutting tool blunts with regular use. If you want to sharpen your hedge trimmer yourself, our article sets out all the steps and lists the tools you’ll need for the job.

Care after use

A woman pruning a hedge

Hedge maintenance: tips and tricks

A well-cared-for hedge can grow healthily and fulfil its function. Our guides take you through all the key hedge care tasks in addition to trimming.
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