If you prefer a cleaner, more formal finish, you can always increase the frequency of your trimming.

This 20-volt hedge trimmer has a diamond ground cutting blade for smoother results, with the trimmer able to slice through branches with maximum diameters of 16 millimetres. Measured values determined in accordance with EN 60745 Vibration total values (vector sum of three directions).

Although corded, this trimmer comes with a 10-metre long cable that should provide you with sufficient reach when turning your attentions to gardening work. As with cars though a bigger engine does not always translate to better performance so it is important to compare the specifications of tools at different voltages between different manufacturers.

This hedge trimmer offers a 50cm cutting length, making it particularly useful for trimming tall hedges. The ergonomic grip handles also make this incredibly comfortable to use, while the low operational noise means you use it for long gardening sessions without disturbing anyone. It is bit cumbersome, as you might expect, although the shoulder strap included is a massive help, allowing it to be balanced in use and not weigh down on the arms too much. This 2-in-1 chainsaw and extended reach hedge trimmer from VonHaus is ideal for those who need to tackle a broader range of gardening tasks. If your hedge trimmer is on the heavy side, you may want to look for one that includes dual shoulder straps as these will ensure the trimmer remains firmly under your control.It features a height-adjustable, telescopic pole with a pivoting head providing a ladder-free, easy reach of up to 2.