Hedging Plants

The ideal time is during the dormant season (late autumn to early spring), but planter-grown hedging can be planted year-round.

Yes, hedging plants can thrive in large containers with proper soil, watering, and feeding. using planters for your hedging creates a stunning living wall that can be moved, especially if you buy a wheel set for your planter.

Growth speed varies by species. Fast-growing hedging like leylandii or laurel can add 60 cm a year, while slower types like yew grow around 15–30 cm annually.

Regular trimming encourages bushy growth and keeps your hedge neat and dense - perfect for using it as garden screening to keep out prying eyes. Most hedges benefit from at least one or two cuts per year, if your aim is for a more formal and curated hedge, pruning will have to be more frequent to create the desired effect.

Yes, all our hedging can be used as garden screens, especially when combined with our trough planters. The density of the screen will depend on the variety and species you choose and how frequently it is pruned. Add wheels to your planter purchase to create a living screen that can also be moved at will.

Spacing depends on the variety and desired density. Most hedging plants are planted 30–60 cm apart. Check the individual product pages for specifics.

Choosing the right planter size is important for plant health. Generally, you’ll want a planter that’s 1–2 inches larger in diameter than your plant’s root ball for smaller plants, and 2–4 inches larger for larger plants. This provides enough room for growth without too much excess soil.

Yes, our hedging can provide shelter, nectar, and berries that attract birds, bees, and beneficial insects to your garden.