ᐅ Planting a hedge

Hello,
we would like to plant a hedge but are not sure which plants are especially suitable for this purpose. Something unusual would also be welcome. Perhaps someone here has ideas for us. We would love to benefit from your experiences. 😉

Hello gatita,

Which plants are best to use depends on several factors! The location is a key factor. This includes soil conditions, climate, altitude, and water availability or the microclimate.

Shrubs should be about 60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches) tall when planting, trees should be 2 to 3 m (6.5 to 10 feet) tall.

It is advisable to choose native plant species, as they tend to have fewer issues with pests.

There are many hedge plants, for example:
- Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus)
- Boxwood (Buxus)

It is important that the plants are hardy and evergreen.

Best regards,
Gartenbauer 🙂

Hi,

My parents also have a house with a small plot of land, which is surrounded by a fence. However, this fence is looking really bad now, and I am planning to at least border part of the garden with a hedge. Could you suggest some plants that are suitable for this and require little maintenance?

Best regards,
listchecker 🙂

Hi,

Besides the fact that a hedge helps to define the boundaries of a property, it should not be forgotten how beneficial hedges are for species conservation. In addition, hedges also provide nesting opportunities for birds. 😉

Best regards,
Mara

Hi!

I would use boxwood or cherry laurel for that, depending on the height of the hedge. For taller hedges, I would prefer boxwood. I think it looks better, but taste is subjective. Both plants are relatively low-maintenance and look good in both summer and winter.

Regards
the DIY enthusiast

Hi,

that’s true: evergreen hedges ensure privacy even during winter. Generally, evergreen broadleaf shrubs prefer a partially shaded or shaded location. The risk of drying out is relatively high.

Other plants that have proven well suited for creating a hedge are:

- Firethorn
- Evergreen barberry
- Evergreen privet

To maintain the shape of a hedge, it needs to be trimmed regularly. Aside from watering, this is the only maintenance required.

Best regards,
Gartenbauer 🙂