Collection: Hedge Trimmers

What hedges are you trimming?

The hedge decides the trimmer. A few small shrubs and light box hedges suit a light battery or electric trimmer that's easy to handle for short bursts. Long or established hedges want a longer blade and more power to get through in reasonable time. Tall hedges you can't reach from the ground need a pole hedge trimmer, which extends your reach on an extendable shaft. Thick, woody old growth needs wider blade spacing to bite through stems a fine trimmer would jam on. Match the trimmer's blade length and power to how much hedge and how thick.

Petrol, battery, electric or pole?

Each format suits a different hedge and user. A petrol hedge trimmer gives the most power and range for long, thick, established hedges, but it's heavy to hold up and needs fuel and servicing. A battery or cordless hedge trimmer is light, quiet and cord-free, handling most home hedges comfortably — the easy modern pick. A corded electric hedge trimmer is cheapest and lightest for small hedges near power, though the cord needs managing around the hedge. A pole hedge trimmer, in battery or petrol, extends reach for tall hedges and tops. Match to hedge size, height and how long you'll hold it up.

How does blade length and spacing affect the cut?

Two blade measurements matter. Blade length is how much hedge you cut per pass — a longer blade (around 60 cm) speeds up long hedges, while a shorter one (around 45 cm) is easier to control on shaping and detail. Blade gap (tooth spacing) sets how thick a stem it cuts: a wider gap chews through thicker, woodier growth, while a fine gap gives a neater finish on soft, leafy hedges. For established hedges with thicker stems, prioritise a wider tooth gap; for tidy shaping of soft growth, a finer blade cuts cleaner.

How do you trim hedges safely and well?

Safety and technique go together. Wear eye protection, gloves and ear protection, keep both hands on the trimmer, and clear the hedge of hidden wire, fencing or nesting birds before starting. Cut with a slow, sweeping motion, and trim the hedge slightly wider at the base than the top so light reaches the bottom and it doesn't go bare. For a pole trimmer, mind overhead power lines and keep your footing on the ground, not a wobbly ladder. Keep the blades clean and oiled, and they'll cut cleanly for years.

Common questions

Petrol or battery hedge trimmer?
Petrol gives power and range for long, thick hedges but is heavy to hold up. Battery trimmers are light, quiet and cord-free, handling most home hedges comfortably.

What's a pole hedge trimmer for?
A pole hedge trimmer extends your reach on a long shaft, letting you trim tall hedges and tops from the ground without a ladder. It comes in battery and petrol.

What blade length do I need?
A longer blade around 60 cm speeds up long hedges; a shorter one around 45 cm is easier for shaping and detail. Wider tooth spacing cuts thicker, woodier stems.

How do I trim a hedge so it stays healthy?
Cut it slightly wider at the base than the top, so light reaches the bottom and it doesn't go bare. Clear hidden wire and nesting birds first, and wear eye protection.

Can I pay for a hedge trimmer in instalments?
Yes. Afterpay, Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 all let you split it into four fortnightly payments. A $149 trimmer is around 4 × $37.25.

Build the kit

A hedge trimmer pairs with other garden tools. Add a chainsaw for thicker branches, a lawn mower for the grass, and a leaf blower to clear trimmings.

A $149 hedge trimmer splits into four fortnightly payments of $37.25 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 work the same way. Everything ships from our Australian warehouse within 1–2 business days, with a 12-month warranty and 30 days to change your mind. We're family-run and Australian, going since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.