What to Consider Before Planting Varieties of Hedges in your Garden

  If you're looking for a fast, and easy way to add privacy or create a hedge, look no further than the Hicks Yew shrub. This sturdy evergreen grows well in full sun or shade and can be pruned into a dense, handsome hedge over time. Plus, it's popular in a variety of climates throughout the U.S.! InstantHedge can help you plant direct hedges, where required, and that's not even the best part!

Box Honeysuckle or Lonicera nitida has fine green foliage that is similar to boxwood, and with consistent pruning, it can be maintained as either a small or a large hedge. This is why most people prefer planting Lonicer nitida in their outdoor gardens. 

There are many benefits to using shrubs for privacy . They can provide a natural barrier to keep nosy neighbors from peeking into your yard, and they can also help reduce noise pollution. Evergreen shrubs are especially good at providing year-round privacy, while deciduous shrubs will lose their leaves in the fall and winter and offer less coverage. When choosing shrubs for privacy, it’s important to consider how tall they will grow and how dense their foliage is. You’ll also want to choose plants that are native to your region, as they will be more likely to thrive in your climate. 

  If you're looking for an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 10 feet tall and wide, then Green Mountain Boxwood (Buxus X 'Green mountain') is just what your garden needs! This naturally deer-resistant hedge makes it perfect not only as topiary shaping or year round decoration but also in protecting against inclement weather conditions like rain which would otherwise damage tender plants.

A thick hedge that is evergreen and barely requires pruning, the Emerald Green Arborvitae , also known as  Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'  makes for an excellent choice in hedges. Its color retention ensures you won't have to worry about dead branches during winter months when other plants may be dying off due to lack of sunlight or water!  

European Hornbeam is a striking tree with its fluted bark and branches. The leaves of Carpinus betulus have sharp teeth on them that turn golden-orange during autumn months when they’re at their fullest size! People love having it in gardens, as you can see from this video depicting just what happens when one grows into an amazing plant frame for your home decorating needs.

Western Red Cedar is a dense, evergreen hedge that thrives in cooler regions and has a vibrant green color year-round. It makes an excellent privacy screen or windbreak for your outdoor space.! It also requires low maintenance and pruning twice a year, keeping garden owners worry-free. If you're looking for a beautiful hedge, consider using Western Red Cedar. You'll be glad you did!

Magnolia stellata , commonly called royal star Magnolia, is a small, deciduous shrub. It typically matures to 15-20’ tall with a slightly larger spread. It is especially noteworthy for its extremely compact size and dense, low-branching habit which gives it a shrubby appearance. Even when mature, it rarely exceeds 4-8’ tall as a hedge. It blooms in late winter to early spring before the leaves emerge.  

  Flowering hedges are a beautiful and practical addition to any garden. Not only do they provide privacy and wind protection, but they also add color and interest. There are many different types of flowering hedges to choose from, so you can find one that suits your climate and soil type.  Flowering hedges are also relatively easy to care for, and they can be trimmed to any shape or size. As a result, they are a low-maintenance option that will enhance the appearance of your garden. If you are looking for a way to add color and interest to your garden, then flowering hedges are a great option.

Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star' is a low-maintenance shrub that requires frequent watering and enjoys the winter snow. With its bare branches, spread out crown of leaves on top make it stand apart from other plants in your landscape during these cold months while providing you with beauty all year long!  

The Green Giant Arborvitae (Thuja plicata 'Green Giant') is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to North America. It can grow up to 3 feet per year and can reach a height of over 100 feet! The Green Giant Arborvitae is known for its thick, green foliage, which makes it an excellent choice for privacy hedges and windbreaks. Additionally, its dense growth habit provides excellent winter cover for wildlife. Here are some more amazing benefits of planting Green Giant Arborvitae: - It is very tolerant of deer and other browsing animals. - It has good resistance to wind, salt, and pollution. - It is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, including clay, sand, and loam. - It is very easy to grow and care for. - It requires little to no pruning to maintain its shape. - It is an excellent choice for hedges, screens, and windbreaks.  

Hicks Yew is an evergreen shrub that can grow to be up high. The long, upright-growing branches with dense glossy green leaves naturally form a narrow columnar habit and work well as either foundation plants or are placed in pairs at entryways or doorways for privacy screens.