Expert Hedge Trimming Services in Bristol & Throughout the South West
Trimming and Shaping Services
Keeping your hedges healthy, well-shaped and safe isn’t just about looks – it’s about timing, precision and long-term care. The Roots Company delivers professional hedge trimming services throughout Bristol and the South West, helping clients maintain everything from formal boundaries to natural wildlife corridors.
Formal hedge shaping, native hedgerow care, and mixed species trimming
Advice on best timing and trimming techniques per species
City & Guilds NPTC qualified arborists
Award-winning in traditional hedge laying
Serving Bristol, Bath, Frome, Somerset, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire
Fully insured and Arboricultural Association approved contractors
Proudly rated 5 stars by over 170 local clients
“The guys from the roots were able to come round at fairly short notice. They worked very hard all day, were extremely polite and tidied up thoroughly when finished. Extremely happy with their work and they were very reasonable. Thank you for everything.”
From sculpted garden borders to boundary-defining hedgerows, we understand the subtle differences that matter. Our team is equipped to handle every trimming job with expert care and respect for your property.
Our Services Include:
Formal Hedge Trimming: Clean lines, symmetry, and shape maintenance
Informal/Natural Trimming: Light intervention to encourage health and growth
Native Hedgerow Management: Timing and trimming to protect wildlife
Restoration Work: Filling gaps with whips, replanting, and structure rebuilding
Award-Winning Hedge Laying: Skilled traditional technique by our arborist Tom
We plan our work around each species' growth cycle, ensuring you get long-lasting results without risking decline or dieback.
When Should Hedges Be Trimmed?
The right timing depends on hedge species, age, and purpose. Formal hedges often need summer shaping, while native or wildlife-friendly hedges are typically trimmed in winter to avoid disturbing nesting birds.
Seasonal Hedge Care Guidance:
Spring: Avoid trimming during nesting season (March–August for most species)
Summer: Ideal for shaping formal hedges like box, yew or privet
Autumn/Winter: Best for managing native hedgerows and structural maintenance
We follow Natural England guidance and only work when trimming is safe, legal, and ethical.
Domestic & Commercial Hedge Services
Whether you're a homeowner managing a garden or an estate manager responsible for large grounds, we offer hedge maintenance suited to your setting.
Private gardens and residential properties
Schools, care homes, housing associations
Large commercial sites and estate boundaries
Public sector green spaces
No matter the scale, our work is always tidy, respectful and compliant.
Why Choose The Roots Company?
Over a decade of experience in hedge and arboricultural services
All team members are professionally certified and fully insured
Ethical care: we will not overcut or trim out of season
Based in Bristol and proudly serving the South West
Fleet of electric tools to reduce our environmental impact
Whether you want a box hedge shaped to perfection or an overgrown boundary brought back to life, you’ll be in expert hands
Accreditations
FAQs About Hedge Trimming in Bristol
How often should I trim my hedge?
Formal hedges may need trimming 1–2 times per year. Native or wildlife hedges might only require work once annually, usually outside the bird nesting season.
Do I need permission to cut a hedge?
Possibly. If your hedge is part of a conservation area or protected boundary, or shared with a neighbour, there may be restrictions. We can help check and advise.
Can you help restore an old, patchy hedge?
Yes. We offer restoration work including whip planting and hedge laying to strengthen and re-establish structure.
Is your hedge laying traditional or modern style?
We specialise in traditional countryside hedge laying. Tom on our team is an award-winning practitioner.
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