Hedges, Nesting Birds and the Best Time to Trim
Planning your hedge cutting around the nesting season so you keep the garden tidy and stay on the right side of wildlife law.
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AK Tree Surgeons Journal
Tree Care, Arboriculture & Garden Advice
An independent journal for people who love their trees. Practical guides on pruning, tree health and the rules around protected trees, alongside seasonal gardening and outdoor living ideas for UK homes.
What we cover
Our articles explain the whys as well as the hows, so you can make better decisions about the trees and plants around your home:
- Pruning & shaping – when and how to cut, and when to leave well alone
- Tree health – reading the warning signs of disease, decay and stress
- Trees & the law – Tree Preservation Orders, conservation areas and neighbours
- Planting – choosing the right tree for the right place
- Soil & mulching – looking after the root zone that keeps trees standing
- Hedges & wildlife – seasonal timing that works with nature
- Outdoor living – patios, shade, privacy and enjoying the garden
Our topics
Four themes run through everything we publish.
Tree Care
Pruning, feeding, watering and protecting garden trees through the seasons.
Arboriculture
How trees grow, how they fail and what professional arborists look for.
Gardening
Planting, soil, lawns, borders and growing food in British conditions.
Outdoor Living
Making the most of patios, decks, hedges and wildlife-friendly spaces.
About us
AK Tree Surgeons Journal is an independent publication about trees and gardens. We are not a tree surgery company, we do not quote for work and we do not sell services. Instead we publish clear, carefully researched articles that help homeowners understand their trees and ask the right questions when they do need professional help.
Our writers include keen gardeners, horticulture students and guest contributors with hands-on experience. Every piece is edited for accuracy and readability, and practical safety advice always comes first.
More about the JournalHow does it work?
Got expertise to share? Publishing a guest article takes three simple steps.
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Write & submit
Once approved, send an original article of 800–1,500 words that follows our guidelines.
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Edit & publish
We edit for clarity and accuracy, then publish with your author bio and agreed links.
Latest articles
Fresh from the Journal.
Mulching Around Trees: Why the ‘Volcano’ Is a Mistake
How to mulch young and mature trees properly, how deep to go and what to keep away from the trunk.
Read article →When to Prune Garden Trees in the UK: A Season-by-Season Guide
Timing matters as much as technique. Here is how the British calendar shapes when you should – and should not – reach for the saw.
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