It is true that a dense hedge can give the appearance of a green wall that serves to shield against outside views. However, if the green wall in your garden lacks maintenance, it can wither. Thus, hedge trimming becomes a necessity to maintain your garden. Regular maintenance of your garden using a hedge trimmer ensures its beauty and longevity. Through this article, discover our opinion on this subject.
What are the types of hedge trimmers?
Manufacturers offer you three types of hedge trimmers. In reality, it is the type of motor and the power source that differ from one hedge trimmer to another. Thus, available on the market are:
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- Wired electric hedge trimmer (plugged into the mains)
- Battery-powered cordless electric hedge trimmer
- And finally, a petrol-powered hedge trimmer equipped with a gasoline engine
Also known as “pole” trimmers, telescopic hedge trimmers can reach high branches by extending their arms. Here too, these products contain 3 different types of motorization such as (wired electric, cordless, and petrol-powered). On the other hand, you will find small-sized hedge trimmers. Ranging between shears and mini-trimmers, these hedge trimmers have a long blade of 20 cm. Maneuverability becomes child’s play thanks to their lightweight. They also have additional accessories such as (finishing tools, shrubs, and edge trimmers).
That said, the motor alone does not allow for a qualitative choice. There are many other criteria that come into play, and they also differ from one brand to another. To get to the bottom of it, I invite you to check my opinion on hedge trimmer brands, and at the same time the best hedge trimmers on the market.
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What you need to remember about the different types of hedge trimmers
Let’s now study the specifics of each type of motor.
Battery-powered cordless hedge trimmer
This electric machine operates thanks to a lithium battery that has a voltage of 18 or 36 volts varying among the most efficient products. You have a precise idea of the hedge trimmer’s performance based on the battery voltage. The higher the battery indication, the more powerful the machine is. Ranging between 2, 2.5, and 4Ah, the machine’s capacity expressed in (ampere-hours) determines its working autonomy.
Wired electric hedge trimmer
This model includes the cheapest hedge trimmers on the market. You can obtain it for only €25 at DIY and gardening stores. This very broad range of hedge trimmers operates at a voltage of 220 Volts, with a power ranging from 400 to 800 watts and lengths between 45 and 75 cm.
Petrol hedge trimmer
They are equipped with a gasoline engine of 2 or 4 strokes. The first type requires a mixture of oil and gasoline, while the second type only requires filling with fuel. These powerful hedge trimmers are intended for long-term use on dense hedges.