Frequently Asked Questions

How many plants do I need?

How many plants do I need?

For all our hedging plants, we include a recommended number of plants per metre beneath the plant size. This helps to guide you into calculating th...

What size do the holes need to be when planting a bare root?

A bare root planting hole should be no deeper than the roots, but about 2-3 times wider than the root system. Generally a square shape is recommend...

Do you have to have a mixed native hedge, or can it be a single specie?

There are many benefits to planting mixed native hedging, with what it can provide for wildlife and the way it can adapt to the country's weather c...

What are the best shrubs for a cold, windy garden?

Having a garden that is faced with harsh, cold winds can be a huge challenge. But it doesn't mean you can't enjoy a stunning garden with beautiful ...

Can I plant if the ground is frozen? If not, how do I store the plants during such cold weather?

Let's be real, there's nothing worse than looking forward to getting your gardening gloves on and planting your plants, only to find that the groun...

How do I improve the quality of my soil?

Though we say some plants can tolerate certain types of difficult soil, sometimes even these plants can struggle to grow in such heavy, wet, or lig...

Which plants can add colour and interest during summer?

Though summer is usually a time when your garden is full of green, flourishing plants, it can be difficult to source plants that specifically bloom...

Which plants can add colour and interest during spring?

Often it can be difficult to discover the right plants to provide you with colour and interest for a particular season. Here's some fantastic plant...

Which plants can add colour and interest during winter?

It can be somewhat difficult to find plants that will give you colour and interest during winter- especially plants that flower! So that's why we'r...

Which plants can add colour and interest during autumn?

Often it can be a little difficult to discover which plants will give you the best colour and interest you want for a particular season. That's why...

How often should I water my plants?

A newly planted hedge, or any other plant, will often need a lot more water than one that was planted a few years back. This is because the roots a...

When is the best time to trim a hedge?

Often people are worried as to when they should cut their hedge, as if cut at the wrong time, you can leave your plant with pruning wounds which ca...

When is the best time to move established plants in my garden?

When it comes to moving established plants, it's best to stick to specific times, as it can become rather risky. Evergreen Plants The best time to ...