hedge in

verb2

1. •
   To enclose or surround (something) with a hedge, trees or other plant life.

   • I've been working on hedging in the yard with trees.
2. •
   (figurative) To limit or constrain (someone).

   • She was hedged in by her husband's rules.
   • It was a promise, but hedged in with so many ifs and buts that I wouldn't rely on it.