Not all gardening work is allowed all year round. Loud Federal Nature Conservation Act For reasons of animal welfare, it is generally forbidden from March 1st to September 30th, Cutting hedges radically. The reason: Hedges are important breeding and nesting places for animals.

But there are exceptions to the strict hedge trimming rule:

• You can trim your hedges in spring and summer gentle shape or care cut miss. However, this must primarily serve the care and better growth of the plant.
• Even if the plants protrude onto the road and one Danger If they are visible to passing pedestrians or traffic or if they grow into the neighboring garden, you can cut them back.

Cutting hedges: fines for violations in spring and summer

During the protection period, severe penalties could be imposed for violations: Anyone who puts hedges “on the stick” between March and September, i.e. cutting them hand-width above the ground, must expect a fine of up to 100,000 euros, according to the catalog of fines.

Heavy pruning is permitted from October to February

More severe pruning is possible in autumn and winter. Hobby gardeners can then thin out their hedges or cut them back heavily without violating nature conservation. However, before cutting, make sure that there are no late nests or animals left in the bushes.

Tip for the cold season

To ensure that the plants survive the cut well, you should pay attention to the weather: open interfaces are sensitive to frost. It is ideal to only use it at temperatures of around ten degrees Celsius Scissors to grab.