Winter Hedge Reduction in Victoria, BC

Hedges are beautiful, functional, and often the backbone of a well-designed yard—but when they become too tall, wide, or dense, they can block sunlight, overwhelm your garden, and become difficult to manage. That’s where winter comes in.

At Ascent Yard Care, we specialize in winter hedge reductions across Greater Victoria. If your hedges have outgrown their space, winter is the best time to reduce them safely and effectively—before spring growth begins.

Why Winter is the Ideal Time for Hedge Reduction

Unlike standard trimming, hedge reduction involves cutting back height, width, and bulk—which places more stress on the plant. Winter is the best time to do this because:

• Hedges are dormant, reducing shock and promoting healthy recovery
• No leaves = better visibility for clean, structural cuts
• Birds and wildlife are not nesting
• New shape sets up cleaner growth for spring and summer
• Better light access to your home, lawn, or garden beds during dark months
• No conflict with busy summer pruning schedules

What We Do During a Hedge Reduction Visit

Assess and Plan

We evaluate hedge type, age, health, and site conditions. Every reduction is customized—we don’t guess; we cut with intention.

Reduce Height and Width

We bring down:

• Tall cedar hedges
• Overgrown laurel or holly
• Yew, boxwood, privet, and more

We reduce height for easier maintenance, restore symmetry, and improve light access to windows and yards.

Thin and Reshape

We selectively thin dense growth to:

• Increase air circulation
• Allow light into the lower branches
• Encourage healthier regrowth

This is especially important for hedges that have become leggy, top-heavy, or sparse at the base.

Remove Deadwood & Clean Edges

We clean out any dead, broken, or diseased wood and give your hedge a sharp, defined shape—ready to grow back cleanly in spring.

Clean-Up and Debris Removal

We haul away all clippings, branches, and green waste, leaving your property clean and clear.

Common Hedges We Reduce in Victoria

• Western red cedar (Thuja plicata)
• English laurel (Prunus laurocerasus)
• Portuguese laurel
• Yew (Taxus)
• Boxwood
• Privet
• Photinia, Escallonia, and other ornamentals

Whether your hedge is 6 feet or 30 feet tall, our crews have the equipment and expertise to handle it—safely, efficiently, and professionally.

Why Clients Trust Ascent Yard Care

• Highly trained crews with ISA-certified arborist oversight
• 130+ 5-star reviews from Victoria homeowners
• Proper use of clean, sharp equipment for plant health
• Fully insured, licensed, and experienced
• Optional quiet electric equipment
• No deposit required—you only pay when the job’s done right

We don’t just cut—we restore structure and set up healthy, manageable regrowth for years to come.

Book Your Winter Hedge Reduction Today

Winter is the only safe window for major hedge reductions—and spots fill quickly.

If your hedge is out of control, blocking sunlight, or too tall to manage, this is the time to fix it.

Contact Ascent Yard Care for a free on-site quote today.

Let’s get your hedges back in shape—clean, balanced, and beautiful.