GARDEN DESIGN
HEDGES FOR HOMES :
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST
RHS Hampton Court 2023 The Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival , set in the stunning grounds of the Historic Royal Palace in Richmond upon Thames , is the world ’ s largest annual flower show , with over 130,000 visitors attending the show each year .
Choosing an instant hedge for your garden projects creates immediate impact . This type of hedging is pre grown and sold by the linear metre , rather than as individual plants . These mature hedges are available to plant all year round . We have taken the time to grow these hedges , so you don ’ t have to .
Which Hedge ? Instant hedging is available in various species and sizes up to 2m high , so how will you choose which one is best for your project ? The first choice is whether its evergreen instant hedging for privacy screening or the seasonal interest of a mature deciduous option .
Evergreen hedges maintain their foliage throughout the year . This provides screening , privacy and shelter all year round . Despite their name , an evergreen hedge isn ’ t just one colour ! It comes in many different varieties to suit your individual taste . If you like bright colours , then the apple green leaves of Griselinia could be your favourite . If shiny leaves are more your thing , then its Common Laurel . For classic elegance , nothing can really beat the traditional Yew . Or if subtle greys are what your garden needs , then Elaeagnus would be perfect .
Deciduous hedges tend to shed their leaves in the winter . They offer year-round seasonal interest from flowers , coloured foliage , or autumn fruits .
Hawthorn , for example , has an abundant display of white scented early spring blossom , and red haws in the autumn . Both Beech ( Green and Purple ) and Hornbeam have wonderful autumn bursts of coloured foliage , and Beech retains most of its leaves through the winter too . Native Mix hedging replicates the traditional country hedgerows found across Britain and local wildlife will be attracted by the food and shelter opportunities .
There are many more varieties of instant hedge that will help make your garden your perfect outdoor space .
Every year , top garden designers choose Practicality Brown ’ s hedges and trees as an integral part of their show garden , forming an important green backdrop or as part of the structure within the design itself . This year , Practicality Brown will be exhibiting at Hampton Court , showcasing Practical Instant Hedge™ and evergreen screening trees on our trade stand and garden installation .
If you are attending RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival between 4th and 9th July , please come and find us at location number HC294 . Experts will be on hand to provide advice and information on our instant hedging and screening trees .
Alternatively , if you would like to visit our nursery in Iver , Bucks or to talk to our Horticultural team please call us on 01753 652022 . You can also email us at hedge @ pracbrown . co . uk . Or visit our website : www . pracbrown . co . uk
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