Hawthorn Bare Root Hedging Package Deal

Crataegus monogyna is a classic native British hedging plant prized for its stunning spring blossom, wildlife value, and hardy nature. This complete package includes 25 bare root plants (60-90cm tall), 25 spiral tree guards, and 25 canes. Available November to April during the optimal bare root planting season.

Why Choose This Package?

This complete hedging package provides everything you need to establish a traditional Hawthorn hedge. Hawthorn creates a classic British hedgerow with masses of nectar-rich white flowers in spring that signal warmer, longer days. By autumn, the hedge produces bright red haw berries rich in antioxidants, providing essential food for migrating birds such as redwings, fieldfares, and thrushes, as well as small mammals. The dense, thorny foliage makes fantastic nesting shelter for many bird species. The included spiral guards and canes protect young plants from wildlife damage and provide support during establishment.

What's Included

• 25 bare root Hawthorn plants, 60-90cm tall
• 25 spiral tree guards for wildlife protection
• 25 support canes
• Free delivery within mainland UK

Value to Wildlife

Common hawthorn can support hundreds of other species. It is the food plant for caterpillars of moths, including the hawthorn, orchard ermine, pear leaf blister, rhomboid tortrix, light emerald, lackey, vapourer, fruitlet-mining tortrix, small eggar and lappet moths. Its flowers are eaten by dormice and provide nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects. The haws are rich in antioxidants and are eaten by migrating birds, such as redwings, fieldfares and thrushes, as well as small mammals. The dense, thorny foliage makes fantastic nesting shelter for many species of bird.

Planting & Care

Plant 3-5 per metre for a dense hedge. Thrives in most soils and full sun to partial shade. Install guards and canes at planting to protect young plants. Water well after planting and mulch to retain moisture. Trim once yearly after flowering to maintain shape. See our comprehensive planting guide for step-by-step instructions.