BARE ROOT HEDGE MIXES

SPACE APART (single row)

HEDGE HEIGHT

SIZE (cm) at despatch

PRICE per PLANT inc VAT FOR QUANTITIES SHOWN

TRADITIONAL MIXED NATIVE HEDGE

Most old field hedges are a mixture of different native species that have colonised the field boundary over many years. It is said that each variety represents 100 years of the hedge’s life. Our own mixture is based on observations of ancient hedges around this part of East Anglia, and comprises of 6 species (or 600 years of history!):

Quickthorn 50% - Blackthorn 25% - English Oak 5% - 10% Field Maple or Wych Elm) - Hazel 5% - Dog Rose 5%

Best planted randomly in a staggered double row (4-8 plants per metre)

30-45cm

40-60

60-90

0.57

0.53

0.47

‘EXOTIC’ NATIVE MIX

We have added this colourful mix of native plants, with more conspicuous flowers, berries and Autumn leaf colour, as an alternative to our traditional mixture.

Hawthorn 40% - Blackthorn 25% - Guelder Rose 5% - Spindle 5% - Common Dogwood 5% - Native Privet or Wayfaring Tree 5% - Sea Buckthorn 5% - Field Maple 5% - Scotch Rose 5%.

Best planted randomly in a staggered double row (4-8 plants per metre)

30-45cm

Med-Large

40-60

60-90

0.59

0.55

0.49

THORNLESS MIXED NATIVE HEDGE

Visually stunning and natural, this mix contains all thornless native species, suitable for use in school grounds, places where young children may have access or anywhere that thorns are not wanted! 5 species:

Hornbeam 50%, Field Maple 25%, Spindle 10%, Common Dogwood 10%, Hazel 5%. Best planted randomly in a staggered double row (4-7 plants per metre)

40-60

60-90

0.65

0.59

0.55

TAPESTRY HEDGE

A mixed hedge made up of several species with similar growth patterns but contrasting leaf tones and colours through the seasons, to provide a vivid back-drop. Our mix consists of the following:

Common Beech 40%, Purple Beech 20%, Field Maple 10%, Golden Privet 10%, Cotoneaster franchetii 10%, Amelanchier lamarckii 10% Single row – 3 plants per metre. Double row – 5 plants per metre.

40-60

60-90

1.19

1.15

1.09

FRUIT and NUT HEDGE

A mixed hedge producing an array of edible fruit (which usually require some preparation) or nuts. They also make an attractive, colourful hedge that will benefit wildlife.

Myrobalan Plum 50%, Rosa rugosa 10%, Cornelian Cherry 10%, Hazel 10%, Sea Buckthorn 10%, Blackthorn (Sloe) 10%. Best planted randomly in a staggered double row (4-7 plants per metre)

40-60

60-90

0.69

0.65

0.59

BARE-ROOT FIELD GROWN HEDGE PLANTS

SPACE APART (single row)

HEDGE HEIGHT

SIZE (cm) at despatch

PRICE per PLANT inc VAT FOR QUANTITIES SHOWN

BEECH, COMMON OR GREEN (Fagus sylvatica). #

Well known native deciduous tree, makes an excellent hedge. When kept trimmed, Autumn leaves are retained throughout winter. Good in all but very wet soils. For a thick hedge grow in a staggered double row (4-8 plants per metre). Clip in mid-late Summer.

NB Larger bare-root feathered plants to order. See list below.

30-45cm

Med-Large

40-60

60-90

90-120

120-150

0.89

1.19

1.69

2.29

0.85

1.15

1.65

2.25

0.79

1.09

1.59

2.19

BEECH, PURPLE OR ‘COPPER’ (Fagus sylvatica purpurea) .#

Stunning trees, making a striking hedge with deep purple leaves, olive then red when young and rich copper in Autumn. Planting and position as above. A natural sport of Common Beech.

NB Larger bare-root feathered plants to order. See list below.

30-45cm

Med-Large

40-60

60-90

90-120

120-150

1.99

2.39

2.75

3.75

1.95

2.29

2.59

3.60

1.89

2.19

2.49

3.50

BERBERIS, GREEN (Berberis thunbergii ).

Spiny, deciduous plant with olive green leaves which turn crimson red in Autumn. Small yellow flowers in late Spring, followed by red berries in Autumn. Good in shade. Clip in early Summer, after flowering.

BERBERIS, PURPLE (Berberis thunbergii atropurpurea).

Slightly more compact form. Leaves are pale red when young, turning rich purple in Summer, then crimson pink in Autumn. Otherwise as above.

BOX, COMMON (Buxus sempervirens).

Excellent evergreen for hedging and edging in formal gardens. Mid -green foliage, pale when young. Responds well to regular clipping. Grows well in most positions, including shade. Great for topiary. Can be grown in pots. Trim mid to late Summer. Larger plants on request.

20-30cm

Small- Med

15-20

20-30

30-40

1.59

1.79

2.59

1.49

1.69

2.49

1.39

1.59

2.39

BLACKTHORN OR SLOE (Prunus spinosa). #

Native shrubby tree forming a dense impenetrable hedge. White flowers in early Spring, Sloe berries in Autumn. Good in a mixture or on it’s own, as a field or boundary hedge. Trim mid- Summer. Suits most soils.

30-45cm

Med- Large

30-40

40-60

60-90

90-120

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0.55

0.65

0.79

0.29

0.49

0.59

0.75

0.25

0.45

0.55

0.69

BUCKTHORN, COMMON, (Rhamnus cathartica) #

Native shrub useful in mixed hedgerows. Small yellow/green flowers in May and small black berries in Autumn

30-45cm

Med

60-90

0.79

0.75

0.69

BUCKTHORN, ALDER (Rhamnus frangula) #

Large deciduous native shrub with dark green glossy leaves which turn yellow in Autumn. Red berries in late Summer. Striking spotty bark. Host plant for Brimstone Butterflies.

30-45cm

Tr

60-90

0.79

0.75

0.69

COTONEASTER DIVARICATUS

One of the best Cotoneasters for hedging. Rosy red flowers in Summer followed by red Autumn berries and foliage. Trim late Winter.

30-45cm

Med

40-60

0.89

0.85

0.79

COTONEASTER SIMONSII

Semi-evergreen, with white Summer flowers and scarlet Autumn berries. Leaves also colour well in Autumn. Trim late Winter.

COTONEASTER FRANCHETII

Graceful variety for informal hedge. Evergreen grey/green leaves with pale underside. White-pink Summer flowers, followed by orange Autumn berries. Trim late Winter.

CORNUS SANGUINEA #

Native European Dogwood, ideal in damp conditions. Winter stems flushed with red.

40-60

0.69

0.65

0.59

CORNELIAN CHERRY (Cornus mas)

Deciduous large shrub with abundant small yellow flowers on bare stems in late Winter, followed by bright red cherry like edible fruits. An interesting addition to a mixed hedge.

ELM, WYCH (Ulmus glabra). #

Native elm, still common in hedges. Grow on its own or in mixed hedges. Leaves turn pale yellow in Autumn. Clip mid-Summer.

30-45cm

Med-Large

40-60

60-90

0.69

0.79

0.65

0.75

0.59

0.69

FIELD MAPLE (Acer campestre). #

Native tree ideal in a mixed boundary hedge. Wonderful golden autumn colour. Clip July-August.

30-45cm

Med-Large

40-60

0.59

0.55

0.49

GUELDER ROSE (Viburnum opulus). #

Ideal shrub for a mixed native hedge with white flowers in summer and red berries in Autumn. Tolerant of wet soils.

30-45cm

Med

40-60

60-90

0.69

0.79

065

0.69

0.59

0.65

HAZEL (Corylus avellana). #

Another native, with catkins in spring and nuts in Autumn.

Best in a mixed hedge. Produces long straight poles that can be used for a variety of crafts.

30-45cm

Med-Large

40-60

60-90

0.69

0.79

0.65

0.75

0.59

0.69

HAWTHORN/QUICKTHORN (Crataegus monogyna). #

Thorny native shrubby tree, traditional field or boundary hedge. White flowers in Summer, followed by Autumn berries. Grows in almost any soil. For a thick hedge plant in double rows (4-8 plants per metre). Trim in mid to late Summer.

30-45cm

Med- Large

30-40

40-60

60-90

90-120

---

0.55

0.65

0.29

0.49

0.59

0.25

0.45

0.55

0.69

HORNBEAM (Carpinus betulus) #

Similar to Beech, but tolerant of wet soil conditions. Soft green leaves turn pale bronze in Autumn and are retained through Winter. One of the best trees for pleaching (hedge on stilts). For a really thick hedge plant in double rows (4-8 plants per metre).

NB Larger bare-root feathered plants to order. See list below.

30-45cm

Med-Large

30-40

40-60

60-90

90-120

---

0.69

0.79

1.29

0.35

0.65

0.75

1.25

0.29

0.59

0.69

1.19

LAUREL, COMMON (Prunus laurocerasus).

Large evergreen with glossy leaves. Allow plenty of space for this one, as it should be grown at least 1m wide. Good in shade. Clip with secateurs in mid-Summer (avoid cutting leaves).

NB Larger root-balled plants to order. See list below

45-60cm

Med-Large

30-40

40-60

1.49

1.99

1.45

1.89

1.39

1.79

LONICERA NITIDA

Fast growing alternative to Box, with dark green foliage. Forms a dense evergreen hedge. For formal hedges frequent trimming is required, normally in Spring and late Summer.

30-45cm

Med-Large

30-40

0.89

0.85

0.79

PLUM, MYROBALAN (Prunus cerasifera).

Thorny hedge plant. Pure white flowers bourne on bare branches in early Spring, followed by edible small fruit in Autumn.

PRIVET, GREEN (Ligustrum ovalifolium).

Quick growing semi-evergreen that will thrive in most situations. Clip in June and September to keep in shape. Often planted in a staggered double row. (4-8 plants per metre)

40-60

60-90

0.69

0.79

0.65

0.75

0.59

0.69

PRIVET, NATIVE (Ligustrum vulgare). #

Native deciduous privet with mid green leaves and small white flowers in Summer, followed by black berries in Autumn. Excellent in shade and poor soils. Clip in mid Summer.

40-60

60-90

0.69

0.79

0.65

0.75

0.59

0.69

PRIVET, GOLDEN (Ligustrum ovalifolium ‘aureum’).

Brightly coloured golden foliage. Not as fast as green form, but twice a year clipping recommended. Semi-evergreen

40-60

1.99

1.89

1.79

ROSE, DOG (Rosa canina). #

Fast growing native rose with single pale pink flowers. Best in a mixed hedge.

40-60

60-90

0.59

0.69

0.55

0.65

0.49

0.59

ROSA RUGOSA RUBRA

Thorny rose, ideal for hedging. Strongly scented single deep pink flowers in Summer, followed by large red hips in Autumn. Cut back in late Winter.

ROSA RUGOSA ALBA

As above, but with pure white papery flowers.

ROSE, SCOTCH or BURNET (Rosa pimpinellifolia). #

Unusual fern-like leaves, pale yellow occasionally bi-coloured flowers, and dark plum hips make this native an intriguing addition to a mixed hedge. It can also be grown as a low hedge on its own. Trim in late Winter.

ROSA GLAUCA

Glaucous grey foliage with red underside. Clear pink flowers in Summer and red hips in Autumn. Good for adding colour to a mixed hedge. Trim in late winter.

SEA BUCKTHORN (Hippophae rhamnoides). #

Native plant for mixed hedges. Silvery leaves and orange Autumn berries. Good in most situations, especially coastal regions,

SNOWBERRY(Symphoricarpus albus 'White Hedge').

Upright deciduous shrub producing a mass of pearl white clusters of berries in Autumn and Winter. Excellent as a hedge in shade or under trees. Prune back in early Spring.

SPINDLE(Euonymus europaeus). #

Fast growing native shrub for mixed hedges. Small red flowers with orange centres and rich Autumn leaf colour. Especially good on chalky soils.

40-60

60-90

0.59

0.69

0.55

0.65

0.49

0.59

YEW, ENGLISH (Taxus baccata). #

The best large hedge for formal gardens. Dark evergreen leaves, pale when young create a perfect background. Responds well to hard pruning. Fast growing if nurtured in the first few years after planting. Excellent for large scale topiary schemes. Trim back in August.
Larger plants on request.

NB. Larger root-balled plants to order. See list below.

20-30

30-40

40-60

2.19

2.49

2.10

2.39

1.99

2.29

TYPE

SIZE (cm) at despatch

PRICE per PLANT inc VAT FOR QUANTITIES SHOWN

Root-balled
(Field grown)

40-50

50-60

60cm +

17.95

24.95

16.95

23.95

32.95

15.95

22.95

29.95

COMMON LAUREL (Prunus laurocerasus)

ENGLISH YEW (Taxus baccata)

15.95

24.95

37.95

64.95

14.95

23.95

35.95

61.95

13.95

20.95

33.95

59.95

12.50

15.50

16.95

15.95

24.95

Pot Grown

120-150

150-180

Root-balled
(Field grown)

Bare-root
(Feathered)

19.95

18.95

17.95