Bush Trimming & Hedge Shaping in San Antonio, TX

Overgrown shrubs shaped back to clean, defined lines — and all the clippings hauled away so your yard looks sharp from the street.

Recover Landscape provides professional bush trimming and hedge shaping for homeowners across San Antonio and the surrounding Hill Country. Overgrown shrubs are one of the fastest ways a well-maintained yard starts looking neglected — and one of the easiest to fix with the right crew. Peyton and his team shape hedges to clean, uniform lines, trim foundation shrubs back to their proper form, and haul away every clipping. Whether you need a full hedge row shaped or a handful of overgrown foundation plants brought back under control, we'll leave your yard looking intentional.

Why San Antonio Homeowners Need This Service

San Antonio's warm climate means shrubs and hedges grow year-round — which means they get out of hand faster than in cooler climates. Ligustrum, Indian hawthorn, boxwood, and Texas sage are common foundation plants in neighborhoods like Stone Oak, Alamo Heights, and Terrell Hills, and they all need regular shaping to stay looking sharp. Left untrimmed, they overhang walkways, block windows, and make even a clean yard look unkempt. Spring and fall are the most popular trimming windows, but San Antonio's mild winters mean most shrubs benefit from a mid-summer shaping as well.

Signs You Need This Service

Shrubs are overhanging your walkway, driveway, or windows
Your hedge row has lost its clean, uniform line
Foundation plants have grown taller than your windows
Shrubs are growing into each other or into the house
Your yard looks overgrown despite regular mowing
You're preparing to sell and need curb appeal
It's been more than a season since your bushes were trimmed
New growth is shooting out in all directions
Your HOA has flagged overgrown shrubs
You want your beds to look clean and defined

Who This Service Is For

Homeowners with foundation shrubs or hedge rows that have gotten out of shape, properties preparing for sale, and anyone who wants their yard to look intentional and well-maintained from the street.

Common Problems We Solve

  • Overgrown hedge rows that have lost their shape
  • Foundation shrubs blocking windows or overhanging walks
  • Uneven or patchy shrubs that look neglected
  • Overgrowth making the yard look unkempt despite mowing
  • Shrubs growing into structures or other plants
  • General lack of definition in beds and borders

What's Included

Hand trimming and shaping of all designated shrubs
Hedge row leveling and uniforming
Foundation shrub shaping and sizing
Cleanup of all clippings from beds and lawn
Haul-away of all trimmed material
Edge cleanup around trimmed shrubs
Final walkthrough to confirm clean lines

Our Process

1

Free Quote

We walk the property and assess the number of shrubs, current condition, and desired shape. You get a flat quote — no hourly billing surprises.

2

Scheduling

Most bush trimming jobs can be scheduled within the week. We confirm the date and send a reminder the day before.

3

Trimming Day

We arrive with commercial hedge trimmers, hand shears, and the right tools for each plant type. We work shrub by shrub, shaping to clean lines and removing all overgrowth.

4

Cleanup

All clippings are raked and blown from beds, lawn, and hard surfaces. Nothing is left behind.

5

Haul-Away

All trimmed material is loaded and removed from the property. You don't have to deal with piles of clippings.

Real Work in San Antonio

Bush trimming project. These are Recover Landscape job photos, not stock examples.

Foundation shrubs before trimming in San Antonio

Before

Project condition before the service.

Foundation shrubs after Recover Landscape trimming

After

Completed Recover Landscape work.

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Why Choose Recover Landscape

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Locally Owned

Peyton Johnson lives and works in San Antonio. He knows the grass types, the soil, the weather — and he answers his own phone.

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Reliable Schedule

We show up when we say we will. Consistent service means consistent results — not a yard that gets attention whenever someone gets around to it.

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Clear Communication

You'll always know when we're coming, when we're done, and if we noticed anything that needs attention. No guessing.

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Professional Equipment

Commercial-grade tools and equipment. The right tools make a visible difference in the quality of every job.

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Honest Pricing

No bait-and-switch, no surprise add-ons. The price we quote is the price you pay. Period.

20+ Five-Star Reviews

Our reputation is built on real results for real homeowners across San Antonio. Read our Google reviews to see what clients say.

Pricing in San Antonio

Bush trimming pricing depends on the number of shrubs, their current size, and how much shaping is needed. Here are typical ranges for San Antonio homeowners. We always give you a flat quote before starting.

ServicePrice RangeNotes
Small shrub shaping (per shrub)$15–$30Foundation plants, ornamentals
Medium shrub shaping (per shrub)$25–$50Larger foundation plants
Hedge row trimming (per linear ft)$3–$6Depends on height and density
Full property bush trim (small yard)$150–$300Up to 10 shrubs
Full property bush trim (medium yard)$300–$50010–20 shrubs
Bush trimming + cleanup bundle$200–$600Includes haul-away

* Prices are estimates. Contact us for an exact quote based on your specific property.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Real questions from San Antonio homeowners about bush trimming & hedge shaping.

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