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Lauren Bradbury

I just discovered this hack for protecting border plants when trimming hedges - and I can't believe how clever it is

A blooming garden with a hedge and a shed .

Those who have hedges growing next to their garden borders will know the struggle. Every time you try to trim your hedge, the cuttings fall to the floor and crush your beloved plants. But this hedge-trimming hack solves this problem… and it’s genius.

Yes, we all know that the best hedging plants can make a huge difference to your space. But garden hedges need trimming to ensure they always look their best. To do this, you need to cut hedges at the right time (doing so at the wrong time can leave you with a hefty fine, after all) and complete this essential garden task without ruining the rest of your garden in the process.

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