The 8 Steps To Planting A Hedge

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Plant a hedge: Step 1


Step 1: do not wait too long for the plants, whether they are in pots, mounds or bare roots. Prepare the planting holes before purchase and install them within two days.

Plant a hedge: Step 2


Step 2: do not leave the tontines (which pack the clods), even if you are told that they are biodegradable. The roots will spread faster in the earth without this envelope.

Plant a hedge: step 3


Step 3: for each plant, look for the best face (the most leafy, the most provided) to have it in view and that the final result is more beautiful and balanced.

Plant a hedge: step 4


Step 4: do not mix the layers of earth (which are marked with their color) when you dig the hole. When refilling, replace the layers in the same order (the blackest or humeral above).

In the same register: discover which plants to favor for a garden hedge.

Plant a hedge: step 5


Step 5: tamp the earth, but not too much. There must be a little air around the roots for them to recover well. Use the hand or the tip of the foot or heel (not all your weight).

Plant a hedge: step 6


Step 6: make a watering basin that will allow water to penetrate directly to the roots, without dripping away from the plant.

Plant a hedge: step 7


Step 7 and 7bis: water immediately after planting to finish compacting the soil. Perform weekly watering throughout the first year, and even in the winter if it is dry.

Plant a hedge: step 8


Step 8: cut the ties that hold the compact plants only at the end of the planting. If you do it earlier, the operation will be less easy and branches may break.

The 8 Steps To Planting A Hedge

FAQ - 💬

❓ How do you prepare the ground to plant a hedge?

👉 Planting Guidance Summary

  1. Prepare the ground in advance - clear all weeds at least 30cms on both sides of the proposed hedgeline.
  2. Dig a trench, then prick the sides and bottom of the trench with a garden fork so that the roots can establish.

❓ How long does it take to establish a hedge?

👉 three to seven yearsHedges might take three to seven years to attain their desired size. You can buy semi-mature hedges which, although costly, will give an instant hedge. Semi-mature plants require extra care in planting and watering. Hedges might need shelter in their initial years on exposed sites.

❓ What is the fastest growing hedge to plant?

👉 Cupressocyparis leylandii Leylandii is a fast-growing hedge plant that has the quickest growth rate of approximately 75-90cm per year.

❓ How do you grow a good hedge?

👉 How to grow hedges

  1. Pick the right shrub.
  2. Estimate how many shrubs you need.
  3. Use well-draining soil.
  4. Enrich the planting mix.
  5. Prepare the planting site.
  6. Remove the plant from its pot.
  7. Position the plants.
  8. Water the plants.

❓ Do I need to dig a trench to plant a hedge?

👉 A vital step of planting is to prepare the planting surface. If planting a hedge, dig a v-shaped trench. If planting a tree, dig a circular hole. Ensure the trench or hole is the depth of the plant roots and twice the width.

❓ What month do you plant hedges?

👉 September is the beginning of what we feel is the very best month for planting – autumn is really the ideal season for planting all shrubs and especially mature trees and it is definitely the best time to plant hedges.

❓ How do you speed up hedge growth?

👉 To encourage even growth of your hedge plant, trim it at the right time of year – cutting back new growth at the top of the plant in Spring will redirect the growth hormones down to existing areas, leading to a thicker hedge in the Summer.

❓ How far apart do you plant hedges?

👉 How many plants do you need for your hedge?

  1. Decide the height you want your full grown hedge to be.
  2. Divide this by 3.
  3. That's how far apart you need to space the plants.
  4. Divide the length of your hedge by this number.
  5. For a 180cm tall hedge (head height), space your plants 180/3 = 60cm apart.

❓ How many plants do I need for a hedge?

👉 In general, 3 plants per metre is the ideal spacing: this will give you a thick hedge quickly. If you planted any closer together, you wouldn't really get any benefit and the plants would compete with their neighbours too much.

❓ How far apart do I plant a hedge?

👉 Spacing is important when planting a hedge. If the plants are too far apart, you will end up with unwanted gaps in the hedge, particularly at the base. As a rule of thumb, multiply the desired height by 0.3. So, if your desired height is 1m, then space your plants 30cm apart.

❓ How do you grow a thick hedge?

👉 Here's how you can encourage your hedges to become thicker and create the look (and privacy) you desire:

  1. Plant Your Hedges at the Appropriate Time. ...
  2. Provide Adequate Care to Your Hedges. ...
  3. Prepare the Soil for Your Hedges. ...
  4. Provide Proper Spacing to Your Hedges. ...
  5. Prune Your Hedges Properly. ...
  6. Give Established Hedges a Specific Trim.

❓ How do you plant a bare root hedge?

👉 Discover how to plant a bare-root hedge in four quick steps, below. Take care not to over-compact the soil around the plants’ small root systems. Unwrap the bundle of bare-root plants as soon as they arrive and stand them in a bucket of water to dampen the roots.

❓ How do you make a hedge grow faster?

👉 How to Grow a Thick Hedge Fast, in Brief: Choose the right location for the hedge. Determine what height of fence you want. Choose the right fencing plants. Determine its width. Determine the right spacing for the plants. Survey the planting area ready to install the fence. Plant the shrubs or trees. Stake weak plants to provide support.

❓ How far apart do you plant hedging plants?

👉 Place the hedging plants in your trench, spacing them evenly along its length, about 30-60cm (1-2ft) apart – see our guide to hedge plant selection for recommended spacings for specific species. Position them at the same depth they were previously growing – this is usually obvious with containerised and root-balled plants.

❓ How do you plan out a hedge garden?

👉 If you’re planning out your yard or garden, begin by measuring the length of the available space in the yard and take into consideration how fast a particular species of hedge grows in order to determine how many you’ll need to plant. Mark and stake the planting area in your yard, whether it’s curved or straight.

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