Hedge plants are an important part of any garden. They can provide privacy, shade and shelter from the wind. There are a wide variety of hedge plants to choose from, so it is important to choose the right plant for your garden.
There are evergreen and deciduous hedge plants. Evergreen plants will keep their leaves all year round, while deciduous plants will lose their leaves in the winter. Evergreen hedge plants include: box, yew, holly, privet and hornbeam. Deciduous hedge plants include: beech, hawthorn, hornbeam, hazel and dogwood.
When choosing a hedge plant, you need to consider the height and spread of the plant. You also need to think about how fast the plant will grow. Some hedge plants can grow up to 1 metre per year, while others will only grow a few centimetres.
You also need to consider the soil conditions in your garden. Some hedge plants prefer well-drained soil, while others like moist soil. Once you have decided on the right plant for your garden, you need to prepare the soil before planting.
How to plant hedge plants?
To plant a hedge, dig a trench that is twice the width of the pot and deep enough to cover the roots. Place the plants in the trench and backfill with soil. Firm the soil around the plants and water well. If you are planting a large hedge, you may need to stake the plants to stop them from blowing over in the wind.