Story: Trimming Hedges
Episode: 5
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane
Air Date: 4 April 2026

Trevor shows how the right tools can make trimming tall hedges safer, easier and more efficient.

• Tall hedges do more than define a garden—they reduce wind, limit evaporation and help protect plants from extreme conditions.
• Maintaining large hedges can be challenging, especially when height is involved, often making trimming difficult and time-consuming with traditional tools.
• Innovation in garden equipment is helping simplify maintenance, with tools designed to improve efficiency, safety and ease of use.
• The STIHL HLA 40 telescopic hedge trimmer provides up to 2.6 metres of reach, allowing gardeners to trim tall hedges without the need for a ladder.
• Its articulating head with 115° adjustment makes it easier to shape hedge tops and manage awkward angles with precision.
• Lightweight and well-balanced at just 3.7kg, the tool reduces fatigue during extended use while still delivering strong cutting performance.
• Powered by a compact battery system and featuring high-quality blades, it offers a convenient, low-maintenance solution for keeping hedges neat and healthy.

For more information, head to:
www.stihl.com.au