07/31/2026
✂️ How to Trim Hedges with a STIHL HS 45
Want perfectly manicured hedges? Grab your trimmer and follow these quick steps:
🔹 Shape the Sides First: Use a wide, upward sweeping arc. Keep the hedge wider at the bottom (A-shape) so sunlight reaches the lower branches.
🔹 Level the Top: Hold the blade at a slight 0 to 10-degree angle. Sweep horizontally. Pro-tip: Use a tight string line as a guide for a perfectly flat finish!
🔹 Work Smart: The HS 45 has double-sided blades—cut in both directions to finish the job twice as fast.
⚠️ Quick Safety Tip: Mix fuel at 50:1, wear your safety gear, and avoid forcing the blades through thick, woody branches.