by Otho Walter DVM
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These varieties will grow more than 1 foot per year (some can grow up to 4 feet per year in ideal conditions). They are all well-suited to hedging, so they can also be pruned to remain tight and kept at any desired height.
Do conifers make for a good hedge?
Although commonly grown as trees, conifers make fantastic evergreen hedges. Their dense, colourful foliage means they make great privacy screens all year round, particularly as many varieties of conifers are known for their fast growth.
Which conifers are best as hedges?
There are nearly 600 species of conifers hedge plants, including the popular Fir, Pine, Cypress, Yew, Cedar and Spruce. The best conifer hedging can be found in this section and are from the Cypress, Yew and Cedar family. We recommend planting conifer hedging when a dense, evergreen screen is required.
What is the quickest hedge to grow?
Leylandii - Green Leylandii is a fast-growing hedge plant that has the quickest growth rate of approximately 75-90cm per year. Leylandii, also known as Cupressocyparis, is a stunning hedge plant that will add elegance to your garden.
How long does it take to grow a conifer?
A typical miniature will be 10 inches tall or less at 10 years and twice as wide. Dwarf conifers grow between 1 and 6 inches per year, with most in this group reaching 2 to 6 feet tall in 10 years. “Intermediate size” refers to conifers that grow 6 to 12 inches per year, with most being 6 to 15 feet tall.
How long does it take to grow a 6ft hedge?
Hedges might take three to seven years to attain their desired size. You can buy semi-mature hedges which, although costly, will give an instant hedge.
How far apart do you plant conifer hedging?
We recommend planting most fast-growing, evergreen hedging plants (including Leylandii, Laurel, Portugal Laurel, Thuja plicata and Griselinia) between 60cm and 100cm apart (approximately 2-3 feet apart).
How do you speed up hedge growth?
To encourage even growth of your hedge plant, trim it at the right time of year – cutting back new growth at the top of the plant in Spring will redirect the growth hormones down to existing areas, leading to a thicker hedge in the Summer.
What is the fastest growing evergreen for privacy?
1. Thuja x 'Green Giant' – Hybrid Arborvitae. Green Giant might be the best evergreen for privacy. It has an extremely fast growth rate, putting on 3-4' per year.
What is the fastest growing evergreen for privacy UK?
One of the most popular choices for privacy hedging, the Cherry Laurel is extremely fast growing. Also known as common laurel, this evergreen species thrives in shadier conditions as well as in direct sunlight.
How do you make conifers grow faster?
Feed in spring with a dedicated fertiliser for conifers, water in then mulch with ericaceous compost or composted pine needles. Water well for at least 18 months after planting until the roots become established and can seek out their own water.
How often should you trim a conifer hedge?
The easiest way to trim an established conifer hedge such as Thuja plicata is by using a powered hedge-trimmer to give a regular, even finish. Quick-growing conifers will need about three cuts per year during the growing season, at roughly eight week intervals.
How high can Neighbours hedge be?
two metresMaking a complaint Please note that there is not a blanket rule that all hedges must be no more than two metres in height. The complaint form explains why you consider the hedge is adversely affecting the reasonable enjoyment of your residential property.
What is the best conifer for screening?
Western Red Cedar is an impressive evergreen conifer, with densely branched, making it a great tree for screening. Its glossy dark-green scales very aromatic. Thuja is usually frost-hardy and tolerant of urban pollution.
What is the fastest growing evergreen hedge for privacy?
One of the fastest-growing evergreens for privacy, English Laurel (or Prunus laurocerasus) will fill out a big space quickly. It is a great option as privacy hedges if you want a tall hedge quickly. Make sure to keep on top of pruning to keep it from getting leggy.
What is the best evergreen hedge for privacy?
If we had to pick one evergreen as the best choice for privacy hedging, Cherry Laurel (Prunus Laurocerasus) boasts so many fantastic qualities that it really deserves the title. This evergreen hedge is fast-growing and resilient, and it is relatively undemanding.
What is the fastest growing evergreen for privacy?
1. Thuja x 'Green Giant' – Hybrid Arborvitae. Green Giant might be the best evergreen for privacy. It has an extremely fast growth rate, putting on 3-4' per year.
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