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Hedge Plants
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

Best Hedges For Shade

Looking for the best hedge plants for shady areas? From evergreen favourites like Yew and Holly to deciduous options like Hornbeam and Hazel, our plant experts guide you to lush, thriving hedges even in low light. Read more to discover top tips for creating dense, healthy hedges that transform your garden.

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Hedge Plants
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

Millionaire Sustainable Hedgerow Living

Discover how Cornwall is leading the way with public edible hedges. Advice from Ashridge experts shows how you can create your own productive hedges at home.

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Hedge Plants
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

Beech: A national treasure!

Beech trees are a gardener’s delight, offering year-round interest, structural elegance, and rich autumnal colour. Experts in bareroot plants reveal how these versatile trees and hedges can thrive.

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Hedge Plants
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

How to Keep a Box Hedge

Box hedges are a gardener’s delight when properly cared for. By following simple steps—you can enjoy a vibrant, long-lasting hedge. With Guaranteed Plants That Grow, even new gardeners can achieve elegant, evergreen structure that withstands disease and rewards your effort year after year.

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Trees
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

Bareroot Tree or Hedge Whips

A tree or hedge whip might be small, but it holds enormous potential. Nurseries like us cultivate fields full of whips, serving everyone from foresters tackling large projects to gardeners looking to add instant impact at home. With guaranteed plants that grow, you can plant with confidence.

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Hedge Plants
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

Watering your Hedging and Trees

New hedging and young trees need careful attention to thrive. Follow our planting advice since 1949: soak the soil deeply at the base of each plant, water early or late in the day, and use rainwater wherever possible to encourage deep roots and healthy growth.

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Hedge Plants
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

Hedgelaying

Hedges and trees are more than decoration—they’re a vital part of the British countryside, supporting wildlife and creating lasting garden structure. With guaranteed plants that grow, now is the perfect time to plant bareroot trees and hedging that will flourish for years to come.

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Fruit Trees & Bushes
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

Remember Bareroots in November..

Whether you’re filling a gap in the hedge, planting a show-stopping cherry, or creating a cosy “room” with copper beech, our Guaranteed Plants That Grow make it easy.

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Hedge Plants
November 13, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

How to choose the right hedge

Choosing the right hedge for your garden, orchard, or farmland can seem daunting, but with our Advice from Experts, you’ll know exactly which plants to select, how to position them, and how to maintain a healthy, wildlife-friendly hedge for years to come.

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Fruit Trees & Bushes
November 11, 2025 · Julian de Bosdari

Bareroot Trees & Shrubs are Best

Whether for hedging or forestry, bare-root stock outperforms container-grown plants in almost every way. Ashridge Nurseries explains why planting dormant, field-grown hedging and trees during the winter months saves money, benefits the environment, and produces stronger, more vigorous plants. From superior root development to easier planting and reduced risk of pests, discover why Ashridge – The Voice of Experience recommends bare-root stock for lasting success in your garden.

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