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Trim Medium Hedges — Burien
Trim Medium Hedges — Burien
By Neat & Tidy Landscaping Product Team Published on March 18, 2025
Categories: landscaping , services , maintenance

Burien Trim medium hedges

Homeowner’s Issue

Burien’s mild, wet climate and shaded lots near Seahurst Park encourage fast, lopsided hedge growth and moss on roots. Heavy winter rain and compacted glacial soils can create poor drainage at the base of hedgerows, while south- and west-facing exposures sprout vigorous spring shoots that quickly thicken and block sightlines.

Slopes and terraced yards in Burien and nearby White Center need careful shaping to avoid crown rot and sliding mulch. Tenants and landlords often want tidy, low-maintenance screens that don’t require weekly attention, plus safe sightlines for driveways and sidewalks.

Most homeowners want a balance: neat curb appeal, healthy structure for each plant, and sustainable care that reduces future trimming and waste. We tailor trimming to your goals—privacy, formal shape, or just keeping paths and sightlines clear—using only mechanical and organic methods (no herbicides).


Our Quality Service

We inspect hedge health, soil moisture, and slope before trimming so cuts promote airflow and root vigor in Burien’s rainy seasons. We use hand tools and battery trimmers to shape and thin, compost clippings when possible, and avoid chemical controls.

Benefits you’ll see: improved safety on walkways and driveways, better curb appeal for rentals or resale, reduced pest and disease pressure, and lower long-term maintenance thanks to sustainable pruning.


What’s Included

  • Visual health assessment and pruning plan.
  • Structural trimming and shaping to client specifications.
  • Cleanup: sweeping, clipping collection, and site tidy.
  • Edging and light weeding around hedge bases.
  • Composting of green waste when appropriate.

Optional upgrades:

  • Mulch + weed fabric installation for moisture retention.
  • Organic weed control and soil amendments (no herbicides).
  • Haul-away debris vs. green bin drop-off, depending on volume.

Before & After / Expectations

After trimming, expect fresh new shoots within weeks in spring and slower regrowth in cooler months. Water newly exposed root zones lightly in dry spells and refresh mulch annually to prevent weeds and erosion on slopes.

Watch for ivy or perennial weed regrowth at the base; a quick hand-weed and mulch refresh stops recurrence. We’ll provide a simple care sheet tailored to your hedge species and sun/shade conditions.


FAQs

Q: How long will the job take?
A: Typical medium-hedge jobs take 1–3 hours depending on length and slope; we give time estimates in the free quote.

Q: Do you use chemicals?
A: No — we practice sustainable care only: pruning, composting, organic soil amendments, and manual weed control.

Q: Can you trim on a steep slope?
A: Yes — we have experience with terraced Burien yards and use safe methods to protect plants and property.

Q: What about debris disposal?
A: Choose haul-away for large volumes or we’ll use green bin composting when possible and practical.


Call to Action

Burien homeowners and landlords: book a free estimate and get a straightforward plan for safer, low-maintenance hedges. We schedule quickly, respect your property, and deliver dependable, sustainable results based on local growing conditions.

📧 neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com
📞 206-538-9344

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