Hedges: Ceder hedge top

Discussion in 'Gymnosperms (incl. Conifers)' started by AmatoLive, Aug 7, 2008.

  1. AmatoLive

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    Does the triming of the ceder hedge top stall its height growth?
     
  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Only if you cut back so far you are into the bare growth of what was previously the inside of the canopy. A hedge with green sides and a bare top is not a lovely sight - at least when viewed from above. And even then topmost branches may grow new leads out near the ends, where there is foliage.
     
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    Thank you Ron.

    I have another two questions:

    1- How many feet does the cedar grow (In height) per year if they were never trimmed?
    2- I have some Cedar trees at 10 feet and other at 6 feet. I would like to transfer the 10 feet into the 6 feet location and vice versa. Do they survive? and how deep should I go to get their roots off.
     

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