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C. TRIMMinG
METHODS
Do not try to cut stems larger than 3/8"
thick.
1. TOP CIYlWING
a_ For New or Young Growth:
When trimming new or young growth, use a
wide, sweepingmotiom th'gm"e6A. A ahght,
downward tilt of the cutting bl_es
in the vh-
re.on
of motion gives the best cutting results.
b. For Older, Thicker
GrowtJa:
older, thicker growth by using a sawing
motion. Figure 6 B.
c. For Precise,
Level Cuts:
If a precisely
level c utis desired, stretch apiece
of string across the length of the hedge. Guide
the cut'dngblades slowly a crossthe top of the
string. Figv_re 7.
2. SIDE CUTTING
When trimming the sides of the hedge, be_in at the
bo_m
and cutupward,tapering _ lehedge in-
ward at the top. Figure 7 (inset). Cu_ngin
this
method w_t leave the body of the hedge narrower
atthe top. This shape wz31e_pose more of the
hedge, resulting in more uniferm_rewth.
A
B
NOTES
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