Before you start planting your hedge you need to think carefully about how it will affect your yard. Consider the height and ...

Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks!’ incanted Shakespeare’s King Lear. And when said winds do so, I am reminded of the value of hedging and its ability to filter wind and provide shelter as, indeed, ...

If you are looking for statement fragrant evergreens or fragrant hedge plants, arborvitae is one plant genus to consider, with the leaves producing a citrus-like scent when crushed. While they do ...

Hedges of hawthorn, hazel and other native trees and shrubs can be clipped fairly tightly. However, it is better for wildlife to leave them to grow uncut for several years to promote flowering, which ...

Plants that can be pruned now include most hedges, shrubs and shade trees, and summer-flowering trees and shrubs such as crape myrtle, oleander, vitex, althea and abelia. Walk around your ...

Prepare your site well; remember that the hedge will be in place for a number of years so a good start for your young plants is essential. Remove any weeds and large stones, dig the area over and ...