There are a huge variety of versatile hedging plants to choose from to suit many different requirements. Hedges can be used to provide privacy or screening for a property or outside space and are often used in order to improve security and deter intruders.
If you want a type that will offer you a barrier for privacy or to screen off an unsightly view you will need a plant that is dense and evergreen. Find out how much growth you can expert annually as unless you can afford to invest in well established plants to provide an instant screen, you need a plants that are fast growing. An excellent, choice are Leylandii plants. This particular plant is capable of growing anything from two to three feet per year and there are several attractive varieties available.
Some other great choices for extra privacy are Western Red Cedar and the stunning Cotoneaster Lacteus.
If you want a type that will offer you a barrier for privacy or to screen off an unsightly view you will need a plant that is dense and evergreen. Find out how much growth you can expert annually as unless you can afford to invest in well established plants to provide an instant screen, you need a plants that are fast growing. An excellent, choice are Leylandii plants. This particular plant is capable of growing anything from two to three feet per year and there are several attractive varieties available.
Some other great choices for extra privacy are Western Red Cedar and the stunning Cotoneaster Lacteus.
Spiky plants with sharp thorns can provide excellent security for properties. The right plant can serve as a highly effective burglar deterrent but its height must be maintained to ensure you do not obstruct visibility to your propertyaround any windows and doors. When used for home security, plants should be big enough to be a physical barrier without hiding areas from the view of others.
Blackthorn and Hawthorn are both spiky plants that would work effectively in this situation. A traditional and affordable choice is Holly. Pyracantha displays attractive flowers in Spring and Summer , then berries in winter months, adding extra interest to your hedge in addition to its extremely sharp thorns.
You can also plant hedges to shield your home and garden from the unwanted effect of pollution. You will need a tough, hardy plant to cope well in a heavily polluted area. The Oregon Grape and Daisy Bush are both extremely hardy choices with dark green leaves and lovely flowers during springtime. Create a deep, dense evergreen barrier with foliage right to the ground to manage any issues created by noise pollution. Plants should be planted in several rows if possible for best results, and plant them as near to the source of the noise as is practical. You achieve more protection from a bigger barrier.
Hedges are often planted simply for their great architectural appeal. Lavender is a popular plant which provides a low border which smells incredible and there are many different box hedges that trim well for an eye catching alternative.
Perhaps you could plant a hedge to provide shelter for wildlife and attract many birds, butterflies and bees into your garden. To attract birds, you could plant Common Hawthorn or Blackthorn.
Blackthorn and Hawthorn are both spiky plants that would work effectively in this situation. A traditional and affordable choice is Holly. Pyracantha displays attractive flowers in Spring and Summer , then berries in winter months, adding extra interest to your hedge in addition to its extremely sharp thorns.
You can also plant hedges to shield your home and garden from the unwanted effect of pollution. You will need a tough, hardy plant to cope well in a heavily polluted area. The Oregon Grape and Daisy Bush are both extremely hardy choices with dark green leaves and lovely flowers during springtime. Create a deep, dense evergreen barrier with foliage right to the ground to manage any issues created by noise pollution. Plants should be planted in several rows if possible for best results, and plant them as near to the source of the noise as is practical. You achieve more protection from a bigger barrier.
Hedges are often planted simply for their great architectural appeal. Lavender is a popular plant which provides a low border which smells incredible and there are many different box hedges that trim well for an eye catching alternative.
Perhaps you could plant a hedge to provide shelter for wildlife and attract many birds, butterflies and bees into your garden. To attract birds, you could plant Common Hawthorn or Blackthorn.
You can also plant hedges to shield your home and garden from the unwanted effect of pollution. You will need a tough, hardy plant to cope well in a heavily polluted area. The Oregon Grape and Daisy Bush are both extremely hardy choices with dark green leaves and lovely flowers during springtime. Create a deep, dense evergreen barrier with foliage right to the ground to manage any issues created by noise pollution. Plants should be planted in several rows if possible for best results, and plant them as near to the source of the noise as is practical. You achieve more protection from a bigger barrier.
Hedges are often planted simply for their great architectural appeal. Lavender is a popular plant which provides a low border which smells incredible and there are many different box hedges that trim well for an eye catching alternative.
Perhaps you could plant a hedge to provide shelter for wildlife and attract many birds, butterflies and bees into your garden. To attract birds, you could plant Common Hawthorn or Blackthorn. The flowers on Lavender and Pyracantha are highly appealing to bees and butterflies. Combine a mix of your favourite hedging plants to produce a useful, highly attractive screen.
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Hedges are often planted simply for their great architectural appeal. Lavender is a popular plant which provides a low border which smells incredible and there are many different box hedges that trim well for an eye catching alternative.
Perhaps you could plant a hedge to provide shelter for wildlife and attract many birds, butterflies and bees into your garden. To attract birds, you could plant Common Hawthorn or Blackthorn. The flowers on Lavender and Pyracantha are highly appealing to bees and butterflies. Combine a mix of your favourite hedging plants to produce a useful, highly attractive screen.
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Hedging. Greenshutters Evergreen Hedging Tree Nursery, with a Garden Centre based near Taunton, Somerset has been growing trees and evergreen hedges on the nursery, including leylandii, laurel & evergreen shrubs since 1980. Hedging Plants