triming a conifer
triming a conifer
Asked on 26 Jul, 2008
When do you start to trim a conifer, mines have been in the ground 18 mths and i haven't touched them though they are bushing out, but not at the height i want them, and how do i get a square hedge from the trees( 22 trees, 1 mtr apart)
Thanks
Craig W
Replies
27 Jul, 2008
It depends which type of conifer you have... but usually if you want a conifer to become fuller you nip the buds, but NEVER touch the top leader bud.
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26 Jul, 2008
If you want to create a shaped hedge, then start now with a very light trim. This will have the effect of making the plants think they have been pruned and they will shoot out. I would water well and give them a feed too. Leave them after the trim until later in the year then do it again. Always only a VERY light touch, until they are bigger and strong enough for your needs. If you leave them alone now, you won't be able to develop the shape you want.