Re best hedge trimmer, Without a doubt a hedge trimmer on a long arm is
superior I have a Ryobi Trimmer Attachment
http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/...30005&ts=10446
This does a good job in less time , I have some reservations about how long
it will last but am sure there are other similar products, (more expensive)
So much easier to use than other hedge trimmers
"Jonelle" wrote in message
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It's that time of year again. We have hedges all the way around our
garden, a couple of them fairly high, some leylandii, mostly beech, a
few other species.

After about 20 years of looking after these hedges with a succession of
"economical" hedge trimmers I think it's time to treat myself:

What is the BEST make of hedge trimmer available?

I'm looking for:

* electric (cable -- I don't think any rechargeable will be powerful
enough do all the jobs involved, esp hacking back leylandii);

* long -- 70cm or more? My main one currently is a 50cm Bosch (which was
a hand-me-down, a long time ago)

* light and/or easily handled (old age is about to set in).


I also have a rechargeable Bosch for the quick trims - very useful, but
not so sharp these days, and no good anyway for the main trimming.


So anyway: I'd be looking at Bosch, but UK Gardeners may have other
suggestions as to make.

Cheers
john