If you'd like to plant a hedge around your garden for privacy, and you’re looking for inspiration beyond the traditional yew or beech, what are your options? Shrubs and small trees can be the perfect ...
Fine out why mixed-species hedgerows are becoming so popular and how you can create one at home ...
Answers to common plant questions. What is wrong with my English box? JANE: Box Hedge leaves can turn orangey-brown because of high soil acidity (often caused by a build-up of added fertiliser) which ...
If you’re considering planting a hedge, now is a great time to do it. Hedges are a row of shrubs or small trees. They can grow to be only a few feet tall or as high as 15 feet. The shrubs may be ...
Landscaping with hedges is a no-brainer when it comes to adding easy structure to your yard, whether it's a soft natural screen, smart edging for paths and borders, helping to divide up spaces or ...
Hedges are a common part of landscapes, useful for creating privacy, screening unsightly views or establishing a barrier. View full sizeIllustration by Kenneth Harrison / The Times-Picayune They are ...
You can plant a hedge any time of year, but winter and early spring are the ideal times for planting bare-root deciduous ...
LOOK very carefully in your box hedges right now, and you might see a tiny green and yellow caterpillar surrounded by webbing. If that’s the case – unlucky. There’s every chance this is one of the ...
The humble hedge can be an important garden feature, creating privacy, defining boundaries, and providing more benefits to wildlife than a fence or wall. Many traditional options create an effective ...
Hedges are a common sight in UK gardens and if you’re wondering how to plant your own, look no further. Although autumn is on its way, there are still plants and trees that can start to grow in cooler ...