Cork · covers Cork county-wide
Tree and hedge specialists trading since 1988 (formerly All Counties Tree Surgery), now working only in Cork. Handles reductions, visual tree assessments, hazardous…
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From neat front-garden hedges to overgrown leylandii, these Cork businesses offer hedge cutting, trimming and height reduction. Below you'll find typical prices by hedge size, the rules on when you can cut, and how to compare quotes.
Cork · covers Cork county-wide
Garden and grounds maintenance for homes and commercial sites including business parks, housing estates and hospital grounds. Offers once-off or weekly/monthly…
View listing →Brooklodge, Glanmire · covers Cork county-wide
Glanmire arborists serving Cork for around 30 years. Tree surgery, tree removal and felling, and hedge cutting.
View listing →Monkstown · covers Cork county-wide
Monkstown gardening service run by John McDonnell, with over 20 years' experience. Covers grass cutting, hedge trimming, strimming, tree pruning, planting, weed…
View listing →Blarney · covers Cork county-wide
Blarney-based landscaping company established over 30 years ago. Provides hard landscaping (excavation, patios, stonework) and soft landscaping (planting, hedge…
View listing →Bishopstown
Bishopstown-based garden service established in 2013. Offers grass cutting and strimming, hedge trimming and tree services. Qualified and insured.
View listing →Church Road, Cork
Cork garden maintenance service offering lawn mowing, hedge trimming, weed control and garden clean-ups, with flexible scheduling for homes and businesses.
View listing →Cork · covers Cork county-wide
General garden and lawn care: grass cutting and edging, new lawns (turf or seed), hedge cutting, flowerbed care, mulching and stoning, year-round weed control, tree…
View listing →Bandon · covers Cork county-wide
Bandon tree surgery company with a 25+ year history. Services include tree surgery and felling, power line tree management, emergency tree care, hedge cutting, site…
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How much does hedge cutting cost in Cork?
Hedge cutting is priced by the size of the hedge or by the hour. Most quotes include clearing and removing the cuttings, but check.
| Job | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small garden hedge | €35–€70 | Up to 1 m tall, around 10 m long. |
| Standard boundary hedge | €60–€130 | 1.5–2 m tall, 20–30 m long. |
| Tall hedge | €100–€220 | Over 2 m tall, 20–30 m long. May need platforms or ladders. |
| Overgrown hedge or full cut-back | €200–€400+ | Half a day to a full day. |
| Hourly rate | €30–€60 | Per hour, common for mixed garden jobs. |
Indicative Irish price ranges, checked October 2026. They are national figures, not quotes; prices in Cork vary with access, waste removal and how overgrown the job is, so always get two or three written quotes. Sources: JB Garden Care hedge cutting costs (Jul 2026); OnlineTradesmen garden services price guide (Oct 2025).
What pushes the price up or down
- Height: anything over head height needs access equipment and takes much longer.
- Both sides and the top, or just your side? Neighbour access matters.
- How long since the last cut. A hedge left for a year or more needs a harder first cut.
- Species: dense leylandii and laurel take longer than privet or beech.
- Volume of cuttings to take away.
Compare hedge cutting businesses in Cork
All 9 listed businesses at a glance. Tap a name for the full listing.
| Business | Based in | Covers | Also offers | Contact listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Cork Tree Surgery | Cork | All of Cork | Tree Surgery, Garden Clearance | — |
| All Seasons Tree and Gardening Services | Cork | All of Cork | Garden Maintenance, Grass Cutting, Tree Surgery, Power Washing, Landscaping | Website |
| Cork Tree Surgeons | Brooklodge, Glanmire | All of Cork | Tree Surgery | Phone |
| Green Gardening Services | Monkstown | All of Cork | Garden Maintenance, Grass Cutting, Garden Clearance | — |
| Griffin Landscaping & Stone | Blarney | All of Cork | Landscaping, Garden Clearance | — |
| KD Garden Services | Bishopstown | Cork City, Ballincollig and Douglas | Grass Cutting, Tree Surgery | — |
| Mr. Tidy Garden | Church Road, Cork | Cork City and Douglas | Garden Maintenance, Grass Cutting, Garden Clearance | — |
| Robinsons Landscaping Services | Cork | All of Cork | Garden Maintenance, Grass Cutting, Power Washing, Landscaping | — |
| Treepro Ltd | Bandon | All of Cork | Tree Surgery, Garden Clearance | — |
When to book hedge cutting in Cork
| When | What to plan |
|---|---|
| September–February | Main window for hard cutting, reduction and shaping. Book major work for this period. |
| March–August | Nesting season. The Wildlife Act restricts cutting from 1 March to 31 August (see below). If you trim at all, keep it light and check thoroughly for nests first. |
| Late August–September | Popular time for a tidy trim of formal hedges once the restricted period ends. Book ahead. |
Hiring for hedge cutting in Cork: a quick guide
When you can cut hedges in Ireland
Section 40 of the Wildlife Act 1976 makes it an offence to cut, grub, burn or destroy vegetation, including hedges, on land not then cultivated between 1 March and 31 August. The aim is to protect nesting birds.
Whether a domestic garden hedge counts is sometimes debated, but BirdWatch Ireland's position is that the ban applies to private gardens as much as to farms. Wild birds' nests are also protected. The safe approach is to plan all significant hedge cutting for September to February, and to check carefully for active nests before even a light summer trim.
There are exemptions, including works under the Roads Act 1993 where roadside hedges are a hazard. If you are unsure, ask the National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Roadside hedges are your responsibility
If your hedge borders a road or footpath, the Roads Act 1993 makes the landowner responsible for keeping it from becoming a hazard. That means cutting it back from sightlines, signs and footpaths, within the permitted season unless it is a genuine safety issue.
Trimming versus reduction
A trim tidies the current season's growth and keeps shape. A reduction takes height or width off an overgrown hedge and can need a tree surgeon, a platform or a chipper, so it is priced differently.
Leylandii does not regrow from old brown wood, so cutting back too hard can leave permanent bare patches. Ask for advice before a big reduction.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does hedge cutting cost in Cork?
- Typical Irish prices run from about €35–€70 for a small garden hedge to €100–€220 for a tall 20–30 m hedge. Overgrown hedges needing a full cut-back can cost €200–€400 or more.
- When can you cut hedges in Ireland?
- The Wildlife Act restricts cutting vegetation on uncultivated land from 1 March to 31 August. BirdWatch Ireland says this applies to gardens too, so plan significant cutting for September to February.
- Can I trim my garden hedge in summer?
- Light trimming is common, but it is a grey area legally and you must not disturb nesting birds. Check thoroughly for nests and keep any trim light, or wait until September.
- How often should a hedge be cut?
- Most garden hedges need one or two trims a year. Fast growers like privet and leylandii may need two or three to stay tidy.
- My neighbour's hedge overhangs my garden. Can I cut it?
- Generally you can cut back branches that overhang your side, but not beyond the boundary, and the cuttings belong to the hedge owner. Talk to your neighbour first, and remember the seasonal restrictions still apply.
- Do I need a tree surgeon for a tall hedge?
- For hedges over roughly three metres, or where a lot of height needs to come off, a tree surgeon with the right access equipment is usually the safer choice.
- Does the price include taking away the cuttings?
- Usually, but not always. Ask whether green waste removal is included, especially for leylandii and laurel, which produce a lot of material.