Professional Hedge Trimming & Maintenance
Expert cedar hedge trimming, shaping, and maintenance for residential and commercial properties across Toronto and the GTA. Privacy screens, decorative hedges, and restoration services. Trusted since 2012.
Expert Hedge Care Across Toronto & the GTA
KCG Outdoor Services specializes in professional hedge trimming, shaping, and maintenance for residential and commercial properties across Toronto and the GTA. From privacy screens to decorative hedges, our team uses proper techniques to maintain healthy growth while achieving the precise, well-groomed appearance your property deserves.
Founded in 2012 by Cameron, a University of Guelph Agricultural Science graduate, we bring science-backed care to every hedge we maintain. Whether you need routine trimming for a cedar privacy screen or restoration work on a neglected formal hedge, our experienced crew delivers consistent, professional results using the right tools and techniques for each hedge variety.
What's Included in Every Visit
Each hedge trimming visit covers the essentials your hedges need to stay healthy, dense, and well-shaped throughout the growing season.
- Precision cedar hedge trimming and shaping
- Privacy screen maintenance and enhancement
- Decorative hedge sculpting and formal shaping
- Health assessment and care recommendations
- Dead branch removal and cleanup
- Complete debris removal after every service
Seasonal Hedge Care Calendar for Toronto
Toronto's climate requires a seasonal approach to hedge maintenance. Here's how we time our services throughout the year to keep your hedges healthy and well-shaped.
| Season | Months | Care | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Spring | March – April | Assessment, dead branch removal | Before new growth begins |
| Late Spring | May – June | First trim of the season | Shape new growth, maintain density |
| Mid-Summer | July – August | Second trim if needed | Light shaping, avoid heavy cutting in heat |
| Early Fall | September – October | Final trim before winter | Shape for winter weight, allow hardening |
| Winter | November – February | No trimming | Hedges dormant, avoid cutting |
Early Spring
- Months:
- March – April
- Care:
- Assessment, dead branch removal
- Notes:
- Before new growth begins
Late Spring
- Months:
- May – June
- Care:
- First trim of the season
- Notes:
- Shape new growth, maintain density
Mid-Summer
- Months:
- July – August
- Care:
- Second trim if needed
- Notes:
- Light shaping, avoid heavy cutting in heat
Early Fall
- Months:
- September – October
- Care:
- Final trim before winter
- Notes:
- Shape for winter weight, allow hardening
Winter
- Months:
- November – February
- Care:
- No trimming
- Notes:
- Hedges dormant, avoid cutting
Types of Hedges We Maintain
Different hedge varieties require different care approaches. Toronto properties feature a wide range of hedge types, each with unique growth patterns, trimming schedules, and maintenance needs. Our team is experienced with all common hedge species found in the GTA and adapts our techniques accordingly.
Whether you have a long cedar privacy screen along your property line or a formal boxwood border around your garden beds, we understand the specific requirements of each variety and apply the right techniques to keep them looking their best year after year.
Cedar Hedges
The most common hedge in Toronto. We maintain eastern white cedar (Thuja occidentalis) using techniques that promote dense, healthy growth from top to bottom. Regular trimming keeps cedars thick and prevents the bare, leggy look that develops when they're neglected.
Privacy Screens
Tall hedges need careful maintenance to stay thick at the base. We taper-trim (wider at bottom, narrower at top) to ensure sunlight reaches lower branches. This technique prevents the common problem of privacy hedges that are full on top but bare and thin at eye level.
Decorative & Formal Hedges
Boxwood, privet, and yew hedges require more frequent trimming for sharp lines. We provide the precision shaping these varieties demand, maintaining clean geometric forms that elevate the appearance of your garden beds and walkways.
Overgrown Hedge Restoration
Neglected hedges can often be restored through careful selective pruning over 2–3 seasons. We assess your hedge’s condition, identify areas of healthy growth, and recommend the best restoration strategy. Some severely neglected hedges may require replacement, and we’ll be honest about that assessment.
Hedge Trimming Service Areas
We provide hedge trimming and maintenance services throughout Toronto and the surrounding communities. Select your neighbourhood to learn more about our services in your area.
Hedge Trimming Pricing in Toronto
Hedge trimming in Toronto typically costs $75–$200 per visit depending on hedge size, length, and complexity. Cedar hedges along a standard residential lot are typically $100–$150. We offer seasonal packages for properties needing multiple trims.
Every property is different, so we provide free on-site estimates to give you an accurate quote. Factors like hedge length, height, thickness, species, and accessibility all influence the final price. Seasonal packages that bundle two or three trims per season offer the best value for homeowners who want their hedges maintained year-round.
$75–$200
Per visit (residential)
$100–$150
Standard cedar hedge
Free
On-site estimates
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our hedge trimming services in Toronto and the GTA.
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Get Your Free Hedge Trimming Estimate
Ready for professionally maintained hedges that enhance your property's curb appeal? Contact us for a free, no-obligation estimate. We serve Toronto, Scarborough, Durham Region, and the wider GTA.