Plants that provide privacy, sound insulation, or wind protection are known as hedging or screening plants.
Even unique border patterns, including homes on slope blocks and curving borders, can be expanded and progressively shaped.
Hedge plants can be sculpted and pruned into a variety of sizes and forms to attract attention and provide a striking garden feature. Hedge plants can also be used for decoration.
Topiary hedges, for instance, are a common feature in both classic and contemporary English-style gardens, where they act as an ever-changing sculpture.
Box hedge plants are frequently used to create borders around specific garden areas.
Choosing a suitable hedge plant will depend on your location – some hedging plants work better than others in different climates, although all are relatively hardy by nature. You may be surprised at the number of different choices available.
Quick tips to maintain a hedge
- Plant in a trench rather than individual holes, and allow one plant per metre on average (closer for a low hedge or if using little plants). Increase your water and fertiliser use to make up for close planting.
- Tip: For a bushy, dense hedge, trim sparingly and frequently early on. Trim the sides and tops.
- The highest point at which you can prune a hedge without using a ladder is a suitable height for them.
See more guides to maintaining your hedge below
Hedge care articles
How to fix pest problems with your hedge
Growing a hedge can be difficult because of pests. Most hedges are planted with one variety. It is best to choose a single variety of
Tips & tricks for pruning hedges & hedge plants
It is often difficult for many people to maintain their hedges in good shape. Pruning your hedge regularly is one way to maintain its shape.
How To Create A Straight and Level Hedge
When you are planting your new hedge we find it is best to prepare your garden bed first, then position all your plants in a
Planting and creating the perfect hedge
The initial setup of your hedge is key to growing a great hedge. People tend to take a “try it and see” approach when planting
When and how to fertilise hedge plants
To maintain constant growth hedge plants require regular fertilising. For flowering hedges fertilise just after flowering finishes. Fertilizing foliage hedges can be done in the