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Pruning that shapes
health and beauty

Expert shaping, trimming, and stump grinding of ornamental trees, hedges, and shrubs across your Georgia property.

Overview

More than a haircut for your landscape

Pruning done right is part craft, part science. Bad pruning can damage plants for years — good pruning strengthens them, improves their shape, increases flowering and fruiting, and dramatically lifts the look of your entire property. That's the work we do.

Whether you've got boxwoods that need defined edges, crepe myrtles that need proper seasonal cuts, arborvitae that have grown too tall, or old stumps you need ground down flush to the soil — we bring the right tools, the right timing, and the right technique to every job.

Pruning & Tree Care
What We Handle

From boxwoods to branches to stumps

We prune with an understanding of each species — how it grows, when it should be cut, and what it needs to thrive in Georgia's climate.

Hedges & boxwoods

Clean, level shaping of boxwoods, hollies, privets, and formal hedges. We maintain sharp lines and consistent form without stressing the plant.

Ornamental trees

Structural pruning for Japanese maples, crepe myrtles, dogwoods, and other ornamentals. Seasonal timing matters — we know when each species should be cut.

Arborvitae & evergreens

Careful height reduction, width shaping, and removal of dead or damaged foliage. We keep your privacy screens looking full and healthy.

Flowering shrubs

Azaleas, hydrangeas, roses, camellias, and more. Each has different pruning windows and techniques — we time the work to maximize next season's blooms.

Stump grinding

Old stumps ground down flush to the soil line, debris cleaned up, and the spot ready for sod, plantings, or just flat ground again.

Deadwood removal

Dead branches, storm damage, and diseased growth get identified and removed cleanly. Healthier plants, safer property, cleaner look.

How It Works

From walkthrough to finished work

1

On-site assessment

We walk your property, identify each plant, and note what needs attention now versus what should wait for the right season.

2

Straightforward estimate

You get a clear written quote — either a one-time price or a seasonal plan if multiple visits are needed through the year.

3

Scheduled service

We schedule during the ideal pruning window for each plant. You'll get a confirmation text the day before.

4

Done right, cleaned up

Precise cuts, proper technique, full debris removal. Your property looks transformed, and we leave nothing behind but the work itself.

Pricing

Priced to the job, not the hour

Pruning and stump grinding pricing depends on plant size, species, and how much work needs to happen. We quote per project after an on-site walkthrough — no hourly rates that reward us for working slowly, no surprise charges when we finish. One honest price for the work you want done.

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Common Questions

What homeowners ask us

What's the starting cost for shrub pruning?

Shrub pruning typically starts around $100, with final pricing based on the number of plants, their size, and how much growth needs to come off. Larger or more overgrown jobs scale from there — we'll walk your property and give you a firm quote before starting any work.

When is the best time to prune my shrubs?

It depends entirely on the plant. Spring-flowering shrubs like azaleas should be pruned right after they bloom. Summer-flowering plants are usually best in late winter. Evergreens have their own windows. This is exactly why the right timing matters — and why we take the time to identify what you have before scheduling the work.

Can you grind stumps of any size?

We grind most residential stumps up to about 24 inches in diameter. For very large stumps or those in tight access areas, we'll assess on-site and let you know if we can handle it or recommend a specialist. Grindings are usually left on site to settle into the hole, but we can haul them off on request.

Can you cut back an overgrown plant hard, or will it die?

Most overgrown shrubs in Georgia — boxwoods, hollies, privets, crepe myrtles, azaleas — can handle significant cutback when done correctly. Some require a multi-year approach to rejuvenate properly. We'll tell you honestly whether a plant can be saved, needs gradual reduction, or is better off replaced.

Do you do large tree work or tree removal?

We handle small-to-medium ornamental trees that can be worked from the ground or a short ladder — Japanese maples, dogwoods, crepe myrtles, young hardwoods — plus stump grinding after trees come down. For large live tree removal, climbing work, or anything requiring a bucket truck, we'll recommend a certified arborist we trust.

How often should hedges be pruned?

Formal hedges (like boxwoods kept in a defined shape) typically need 2-3 shapings per year to stay crisp. Informal hedges can get away with once or twice. For Georgia's growing season, late spring and late summer are the two main windows.

Will pruning hurt my crepe myrtles?

"Crepe murder" — cutting them off at stumps every year — is common and damaging. Proper pruning removes dead wood, crossing branches, and small interior growth while preserving the natural form. Done right, you get better blooms and a healthier tree.