In France, gardeners need to be aware of strict regulations regarding hedge trimming that prioritize wildlife protection. As spring arrives, the Ligue pour la protection des oiseaux (LPO) warns that from mid-March to the end of August, trimming hedges can disturb nesting birds and disrupt natural plant cycles. The ideal time for such maintenance is during winter months, specifically November or December. Additionally, the Office Francais de la Biodiversité (OFB) advises against trimming between March 15th and July 31st to further protect wildlife in gardens.
But, if you're looking at that post-winter hedge and girding yourself for an afternoon with the trimmer, be aware that you may have already left it too late.
The recommended time for doing this job is November or December.
These late interventions do not respect the natural cycle of plants,
the Office Francais de la Biodiversité (OFB) also recommends a summer halt on individual householders cutting back their hedges and trees - between March 15th and July 31st precisely - to protect nesting birds.
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