Rescuing a poorly maintained hedge

Question

We have a hedge that's grown wider rather than taller with most of the growth on the outer edges. I'm worried that cutting it back will make it look a bit sparse. Can it be remodelled or encouraged to grow more densely after cutting back?

Jackie · Answer

I would like to come sout and see what is to be done to be honest pal

Ashley · Answer

it depends on what type of hedge it is. Some can be cut right back and some will leave it looking sparse.

David · Answer

Hi... my opinion is that if you cut back a little, it will probably become less common, but after a while and because of the cutting back, the new shoot will be more, so you will be much denser than before!

Mike · Answer

It depends on what type of hedge it is, some shrubs can handle a good cut back which then allows for new growth from the centre.

Saley · Answer

What type of hedge is it because there are some that you can and some that can’t

Bodean · Answer

After a good cut it will go back perfectly in the spring and you can reshape it

John · Answer

Depends on what the hedge is. 
Conifer needs small amount of green left or will just turn brown and not grow back.
Privet hedge can be cut back and will grow back within 3 months

Rescuing a poorly maintained hedge

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