From 1 April 2013, in Scotland a new law exists concerning the management of hedges in residential disputes, and handled by local authorities, the High Hedges (Scotland) Bill 2013.
Hedges are defined as:
- hedges over 2m in height,
- hedges formed wholly or mainly by a row of 2 or more trees or shrubs,
- where the height of the hedge forms a barrier to light.
For most, this legislation should not concern us, but it is necessary to maintain hedges, for example, to keep them from growing over neighbours gardens or across pavements.
Hedges are more than just a line of shrubs. Many contain a variety of tree and shrub species. Hedges also provide significant habitat for our wildlife and this should be taken into account when maintaining them. As with other trees and shrubs, hedges do not all require the same management techniques, but the best way to keep them healthy overall is to keep them dense and try to avoid cutting the hedge back to the same point even if trimming every year.
Richard Gauld, Tree Specialist are very experienced at maintaining hedges and can advise you over many aspects from planting to annual trimming.
More Services
Stump Grinding & Removals
Richard Gauld, Tree Specialist provides a stump grinding service and can remove the smallest to the largest stumps, even in the most difficult location.
Tree Management Plans & Ecological Surveys
Richard Gauld, Tree Specialist has worked closely with a number of trusts, housing associations and private householders to develop targeted management plans to help take control of the trees on your property or around your business.
Tree Safety Inspections & Health Diagnosis
Your trees deserve and require as much care and attention as the rest of your garden and property. Trees should be health and safety inspected at least once per year, or after particularly stormy and windy weather.
