Cutting and shaping hedges properly
Plants that usually shed their leaves for the winter, planted in spring, must be pruned right away. In the event that we have planted them only in the fall, we do not leave such treatment until the fall. In this way, we will take care of the better condition of the hedge and make spring cuts to stimulate young plant shoots.
If there are evergreen and coniferous plants in the garden or plot, they should be trimmed immediately after planting in the place where a new hedge is formed. A good example is larch, which will be well-branched in the first year after planting and we will obtain the best results.
Hedges, according to the art of gardening, should be trimmed in the shape of a cone. In this way, we will obtain a trapezoidal shape that will allow the plant to spread compactly from the very base. This will ensure that all shoots (and those above and below) have equal access to light. Such treatments should be performed on cloudy days so that the trimmed shoots are not directly exposed to intense sunlight. An interesting way is to unwind the rope in such a way as to align the hedge wall accurately and efficiently. Expand one at the top, another in the middle, and the final one at the bottom.
If we have a dense and compact hedge, we must regularly remove damaged and erupted shoots. The first time is best at the turn of June and July - cut the shoots by half their length. In autumn, we start cutting all this year's shoots.
Makita cordless tools with CXT technology batteries with a supply voltage of 10.8V (12V max) will be perfect for this task.They are extremely light and handy, which makes work more enjoyable and efficient. They are perfect for plant care in limited space around shrubs and flower beds.
LXT 18V technology; and 2x18V (36V) are batteries that are characterized by high power and the greatest compatibility in the entire offer. They have become the everyday choice of performance minded users. The offer of MAKITA cordless garden tools includes a very wide range of 18V devices.
• DUN500 - 18V Cordless Hedge Trimmer is perfect for trimming tall hedges from ground level as well as for trimming lower plant groups. Convenience and comfort of work guaranteed.
For trimming in hard-to-reach places, both grass and hedges, you can use a scythe with 18V lithium-ion battery, which is perfect for trimming.This is an extremely important activity not only in terms of aesthetics, but also reducing the risk of long shoots.
• DUC122 - The 18V Li-Ion Chainsaw is ideal for pruning where mains power is unavailable or where quiet operation is important. Thanks to this, the saw is suitable for anyone who cares about the precise and accurate shaping of the crown of trees or shrubs.
Cleaning, cutting and garden cleaning
During autumn works, it is also worth paying attention to cleaning the garden after the cuts. First of all, the garden should be cleaned of fruit tree branches, leaves and the remnants of organic matter hearths from the composter.
A Makita cordless blower will work well for the efficient removal of residues or leaves:
• DUB186 - 18V battery powered blower is environmentally friendly: it does not emit any pollutants and is very quiet.A device with many talents, it is suitable for antistatic cleaning, vacuuming and drying of other machines and devices. It is also perfect for precise cleaning of home paths and driveways from leaves and twigs.
It is also worth paying attention to the new generation technology, which is used to achieve even better results and facilitate garden work. Makita XGT 40V and 2x40V are completely new battery and power tool technology that opens up previously unknown possibilities for wireless devices. This is an original solution for the most demanding users. The efficiency of this system includes battery technology, an advanced fast charging process, power tool technology, digital communication between the power tool and the battery, increased power and durability of all components, and even better dust and flood protection thanks to XPT technology. Precision in execution allows you to achieve perfect results of gardening work.
Different wattages of a power source have two important advantages. The user can adjust each type of machine to his budget, space possibilities and requirements. There is no need to overpay for larger batteries. All batteries in garden tools are system accessories that fit both garden equipment with the same voltage as well as the rest of MAKITA cordless power tools.
