I love to trim Boxwoods.

Boxwoods come in various shapes and sizes and are almost impossible to kill. Over time they can be sheared or trimmed to any shape or size you want them to be.

It is truly one of my favorite spring activities since it allows me to be an artist for a short period of time. It also puts me in some meditative euphoric state of mind as I calculate the proper trimming approach for each little shrub. Boxwoods all have unique personalities that are just waiting to unfold. That’s where the fun begins because it’s up to the pruner to unleash the boxwood’s full potential by meticulously giving them the perfect trim!

Here’s a couple of tips of advice before you start trimming away:

1, Always use a sharp manual hedge shear, never electric powered.

2. Always trim in the spring never in the fall.

Martha Stewart loves the activity too. Check out the video that gives you a tutorial on how to trim boxwoods from an expert.

Martha Stewart’s Love for Trimming Boxwoods Video

Don’t worry about making a mistake while trimming because like a bad haircut the leaves of a boxwood will grow back soon.

Have fun!