Hedge Care

Quick Answer The fastest growing hedges in the UK include hawthorn, blackthorn, privet, cherry laurel and photinia, all growing 40 to 60cm per year. For the best long-term results however, a mixed native hedge of hawthorn, blackthorn, hazel, field maple and dog rose will grow just as fast, requires far less maintenance, supports far more […]

Why Is My Laurel Hedge Dying? Complete UK Diagnosis GuideWhy Is My Laurel Hedge Dying? Complete UK Diagnosis Guide Quick Answer A dying laurel hedge is most commonly caused by waterlogged or compacted soil, drought stress, shot hole disease, frost damage or incorrect pruning technique. In most cases the hedge can be rescued by improving […]

The shift from petrol-powered to cordless battery-powered garden tools has been one of the most significant changes in UK domestic gardening over the last decade. When I started in garden design, petrol was the professional standard and battery tools were the weak compromise you gave to someone who did not know better. That is completely […]

Before we roll up our sleeves and get our hands dirty, let me give you the essential information you need to know about planting hedges. I’ve spent over thirty years working with hedges in gardens across the country, from exposed coastal sites to sheltered urban plots. These are the fundamentals that will determine whether your […]