Hedging and Topiary Services

A well-shaped hedge or topiary adds structure, beauty, and sophistication to any garden. At FOX Hedging & Topiary Services, we specialise in precise trimming, shaping, and maintenance to keep your outdoor space looking polished and vibrant. Whether you need formal hedges, decorative topiary, or seasonal pruning, we ensure your greenery stays healthy, dense, and beautifully sculpted.

Our expert services include hedge trimming, topiary shaping, rejuvenation pruning, and long-term maintenance to enhance your garden’s aesthetics. We use professional techniques and high-quality tools to create clean lines, elegant shapes, and thriving plants. With regular care, your hedges and topiary will remain lush, well-defined, and resistant to pests and diseases.

Let FOX Hedging & Topiary Services bring out the best in your landscape! Whether you need one-time shaping or ongoing maintenance, we’re here to help. Contact us today and enjoy a beautifully manicured garden with expert care.

The Right Hedge

Not sure what the right hedge will be that will suit your needs?

When thinking about putting in a hedge, there are a great many things to consider, the foremost being:

The purpose the hedge will perform. Will the hedge be used as a privacy screen to block out neighbours and reduce noise? Or is it purely for ornamental purposes as a feature in the garden?
The root systems and common diseases prevalent with each plant. Thought has to be given to the plant’s root systems and how invasive they will be to underground pipes or driveways. Some plants are more susceptible to diseases than others or are more suited to a particular environment – If you are in cool areas with frost or drought-prone areas, this may affect the type of plant you can grow.
Growth of the hedge and the maintenance required to keep it looking good. Plants grow at different rates; the quicker they grow, the more time you will spend maintaining them.
The size of your plants and how easy they will be to establish. Smaller plants are cheaper to purchase but will take longer to form a hedge; larger plants will take a shorter amount of time but are more challenging to establish, and their success rate is lower. You will also have to consider how patient you are prepared to be for it to reach your desired size.
To choose the right hedge to meet your needs, significant consideration should be put into any plant’s purpose, environment, and maintenance requirements.

And, of course, if you want some additional help and advice on planting, hedging & tree trimming, then the simplest solution is to let Fox Mowing look after it all for you.

And while we’re in your garden, we can do a lot of other stuff to get your garden looking and feeling its best.

Pros And Cons Of Hedging

There are plenty of reasons for and against planting a hedge. We will lay out a few points for each to consider:

Pros of Hedging

Evergreen hedges can look fantastic alongside your garden design

Hedges look great! Any shape or size, or for any purpose, they will add a great feature to your garden!
Hedges change with the season. Depending on what type of plants you get, they can flower or change colour throughout the year, adding variety and interest to the garden.
Hedges are wildlife-attracting. Birds, bees, butterflies and other wildlife will be encouraged to enter your garden.
Hedges are weather-resistant, unlike metal fencing, which can rust, or wooden fences that can split, warp or peel. Plants, when correctly looked after, will generally outlive fences.
It’s easier to DIY. You don’t have to pay someone to construct or fit a fence, wall, or retaining wall; you can plant a hedge yourself instead.

Cons of Hedging

Plants are expensive. They are not cheap, and the larger the hedge you want, the more it will cost to set it up.
Planting a hedge that fails to grow is a costly exercise. There are no guarantees that your plants will flourish and form a beautiful thick hedge. You may need to fork out more money to replace plants that failed to grow.
Depending on the type of plant, hedges can take a long time to establish. Sometimes, plants, significantly the larger they are, take a lot more time and effort to develop than others, so getting a hedge can be a timely experience and does not happen overnight- it’s a work in progress!
Ongoing Maintenance. The hedge must be watered and then pruned regularly to keep its shape & appearance.
And, of course, if you want some additional help and advice on planting, hedging & tree trimming, then the simplest solution is to let Fox Mowing look after it all for you.
And while we’re in your garden, we can do a lot of other stuff to get your garden looking and feeling its best.

Planning the Hedge

Smart Planting for Beautiful, Long-Lasting Hedges

A well-planned hedge can do so much more than just look good. It can give you privacy, define boundaries, reduce noise, and even act as a windbreak. At Fox Mowing Victoria, we help homeowners and property managers plan and plant hedges that suit both their garden and the local Victorian climate.

Whether you’re after a formal box hedge or a more relaxed native screen, our team can help you get it right from the very beginning.

Why Planning Matters

Hedges are long-term garden features, and poor planning can lead to years of ongoing maintenance or disappointment. Choosing the wrong species, planting too close together, or overlooking soil and sunlight conditions can all cause problems down the track.
Our hedge planning service makes sure everything is considered — from plant selection to spacing, sun exposure, and how fast (or slow) you want your hedge to grow.

What We Help With

• Plant Selection – We’ll recommend hedge varieties suited to your goals and your location (e.g. Lilly Pilly, Viburnum, Box, Photinia, or native shrubs).
• Spacing & Layout – We calculate the right planting distances to ensure healthy growth and a neat, even finish.
• Soil Preparation – We assess and improve the soil as needed to support strong root development.
• Growth & Maintenance Advice – Know what to expect in terms of growth rate, trimming schedules, and care.
• Ongoing Support – We can assist with planting, shaping, pruning, and long-term hedge maintenance.

Ideal for:

• Privacy screening from neighbours
• Formal or decorative garden borders
• Driveways and paths
• Noise and wind protection
• Increasing property value with year-round greenery

Why Fox Mowing Victoria?

• Local knowledge of plants that thrive in Victoria
• Friendly, practical advice based on experience
• Affordable services with no hidden fees
• Fully insured, prompt, and professional

Let’s Build Your Perfect Hedge

If you’re thinking about planting a hedge, now’s the time to plan it properly. Fox Mowing Victoria is here to help from the ground up. Get in touch today and let’s create a hedge that’s not just good-looking, but also low-maintenance and long-lasting.

Frequencies

How Often Should You Maintain Your Garden?

Choosing the Right Garden Maintenance Frequency for Victorian Conditions

Keeping your garden looking its best isn’t a one-off job — it’s about regular care, tailored to the seasons and your outdoor space. At Fox Mowing Victoria, we offer flexible garden maintenance options to suit all lifestyles, property types, and budgets.

Whether you want a lush, show-ready garden all year round or just need the basics covered, we can recommend a schedule that works for you — and for Victoria’s ever-changing climate.

Common Maintenance Frequencies

Weekly Maintenance

Ideal for:

• High-maintenance gardens
• Fast-growing lawns in spring/summer
• Rental properties and display homes
• Clients who want a pristine garden at all times

What’s included?

• Mowing and edging
• Weeding and leaf removal
• Hedge trimming as needed
• Watering (if required)
• Ongoing lawn and plant care

Fortnightly Maintenance

Ideal for:

• Standard suburban gardens
• Seasonal flowerbeds and hedges
• Busy households that need regular upkeep

A great balance between keeping things tidy and controlling growth before it gets out of hand.

Services may include:

• Lawn mowing
• Garden bed care
• Basic pruning
• Green waste removal

Monthly Maintenance

Ideal for:

• Low-maintenance gardens
• Rural or large properties
• Clients who do light work in between visits

A good option for gardens that just need the occasional helping hand to stay under control.

Typically includes:

• Tidy-up mowing
• General clean-up of leaves and debris
• Light pruning or shaping
• Weed control

Seasonal Clean-Ups

Ideal for:

• End-of-season garden resets
• Autumn leaf removal or spring prep
• Homes about to go on the market

These are more intensive visits to bring everything back into line, often involving:

• Heavy pruning
• Lawn treatments
• Mulching
• Full garden bed refresh

Tailored to Your Garden

No two gardens are the same — that’s why we customise our maintenance plans based on your space, your expectations, and what’s growing. We also take into account your garden’s location, plant types, lawn condition, and how much time you want to spend maintaining it yourself.

Why Fox Mowing Victoria?

• Flexible scheduling — weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or one-off
• Honest advice based on what your garden really needs
• Fully insured, experienced local professionals
• Reliable service — we show up on time and clean up properly

Not Sure What You Need? We’ll Help You Decide.

Whether you’re after regular maintenance or just the occasional visit, Fox Mowing Victoria can create a plan that fits you and your garden perfectly. Contact us today for a free quote and friendly advice on how often your garden needs a professional touch.

The History of Topiary

From Ancient Art to Modern Garden Feature

Topiary – the art of shaping shrubs and trees into decorative forms – is one of the oldest gardening traditions in the world. Known for adding structure, elegance, and a touch of whimsy to gardens, topiary has evolved through the centuries, from formal European estates to suburban backyards in Victoria.

At Fox Mowing Victoria, we honour this rich heritage by offering topiary shaping and maintenance services that suit both classic and contemporary landscapes.

Where It All Began

The origins of topiary date back to Ancient Rome, around 38 BC. A friend of Julius Caesar, a wealthy man named Gaius Matius, is believed to be one of the first to experiment with trimming trees and shrubs into ornamental shapes. Roman gardens of the time used topiary as a symbol of order and sophistication.

After the fall of the Roman Empire, topiary largely disappeared across Europe. It re-emerged during the Renaissance, especially in Italian and French formal gardens, where symmetry, geometry, and grandeur took centre stage. Shaped boxwoods, spirals, and intricate mazes became defining features of aristocratic estates.

Topiary in Britain

In 16th and 17th-century England, topiary took on a more domestic feel. Manor homes and cottage gardens embraced clipped hedges, animal shapes, and cone-shaped shrubs. By the Victorian era, topiary was part of the ornamental garden revival, blending well with the era’s love for neatness and novelty.

Even today, traditional topiary remains a strong feature in many formal British-style gardens, often using plants like Buxus (box hedge), Yew, and Privet.

Topiary in Modern Australia

Topiary has travelled across continents and centuries to find a place in Australian gardens. In Victoria, where we enjoy a varied climate, topiary thrives in both cooler southern zones and more temperate areas. While some homeowners prefer classic spheres and hedging, others opt for modern, low-maintenance designs that suit smaller gardens.

Native plants like Lilly Pilly and Westringia have also proven to be excellent choices for topiary in Australian conditions. These species are hardy, drought-tolerant, and can be shaped into clean lines or soft curves.

Keeping the Tradition Alive with Fox Mowing

At Fox Mowing Victoria, we blend traditional knowledge with modern techniques to help clients maintain or create stunning topiary features. Whether you’re shaping a small hedge into tidy cubes or maintaining a full topiary garden, our team has the expertise to bring your vision to life.

Our Topiary Services Include:

• Hedge and shrub shaping
• Seasonal trimming and maintenance
• Topiary restoration and recovery
• Design consultation for formal or artistic styles

Bring a Bit of History to Your Garden

Topiary is more than just trimming – it’s a centuries-old craft that brings beauty, order, and personality to any space. Whether you’re continuing a tradition or starting fresh, Fox Mowing Victoria can help you shape your garden into something truly timeless.