Formal hedges are usually pruned into some sculpted form and are trimmed regularly to keep them in shape. They typically contain just one kind of plant, most often non-native shrubs. Informal ...

Most trees and shrubs have potential to make hedges. More information on suitable species can be found on our selecting plants for hedging page. Hedging plants are often supplied as These have been ...

Have you ever wondered why some hedges and shrubs are sold bare-rooted and if there's a trick to planting them? Bare-rooted plants are often available toward the end of winter, while they're still ...

Hedging plants for planting a new hedge or filling gaps in an existing one are best bought in the winter as bare-root plants. We’ve trialled hedging plants from top suppliers, including hedging.co.uk, ...

Because this elegant and popular evergreen shrub is perfect for plant-sculpting, it's no wonder Stewart opted to include these boxwoods in her hedge maze. 'Green Mountain' boxwood doesn't grow as ...

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Will your wobbly fence survive winter gales? Have you considered replacing your fences with a hedge? Hedges can be stunning garden features. Depending on your choice of hedging plants, a hedge can ...

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