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Hedge trimmers advice guides

Which hedge trimmer is right for you? Electric, cordless or petrol? Which brand is best? Our advice guides tell you all you need to know.

7 articles

How to buy the best hedge trimmer

Cutting box topiary or tackling overgrown leylandii hedges? Need a standard or long-reach hedge trimmer? Our expert guide will help you pick the best trimmer for you.

28 November 2021

Should I buy a long-reach hedge trimmer?

Long-reach hedge trimmers let you cut the tops of tall hedges from the safety of the ground. Find out if they are the right choice for you.

28 November 2021

When do I cut my hedge?

Find out when's the best time to cut your hedges to keep them healthy and looking neat

28 November 2021

How do I cut a hedge?

Keep your hedges looking their best with our guide to cutting a hedge. Our advice will make sure your hedges stay looking trim and smart year after year.

28 November 2021

How we test hedge trimmers

Which? tests hedge trimmers on deciduous, evergreen and conifer hedges to find the best ones for keeping your garden looking neat.

7 October 2021

Which hedge trimmer brand to buy in 2021

We survey owners of hedge trimmers from the likes of Bosch, Gtech, Ryobi and Stihl to find out which develop the least faults over time, and which brands customers would recommend.

12 August 2021

Best hedge trimmers for small and large hedges

We reveal the best hedge trimmers for cutting small hedges, topiary's, pivots and boxes. We also round-up the trimmers with enough power to cut tall, wide, long and overgrown hedges.

29 June 2021