How to plant a hedge.

How to plant a hedge.

This is a simple how to guide for planting a hedge .

Preparation. If practical, spray the area with weedkiller to remove competition from vigorous grass and weed plants. Dig a hole to the depth of the pot ( or roots if doing bare root planting ). Mix plant food , like bonemeal  into the soil ( see our garden products range here ).

Spacing . Plant the whips or pot grown plants approximately 60cm apart. 90 cm apart for larger growing plants like Leylandii.

Canes and guards. Support the plants with canes of appropriate size and protect the plant with a tree guard. Spiral guards are ideal.

Aftercare. Don't forget to water the plants after planting to give them a good head start . Keep on top of the weeds by weeding regularly or put down a bark mulch .