Fences make good neighbors and so do hedges ... as long as they are done well. Hedges are the workhorses of the suburban garden. They define space. As superstars of the backdrop, they set the mood and ...

Keep formal hedges trim and looking smart with our easy pruning guide. A well-maintained hedge provides a good, smart boundary to a garden, but if left unchecked, a hedge can soon lose its shape and ...

If you live in a warm climate, this small but fast-growing tree with lush, leathery foliage can make an excellent and low-maintenance privacy hedge.

Trees absorb carbon dioxide as they grow and lock it away in their roots and branches. This makes them one of nature’s most effective tools for combatting climate change by reducing greenhouse gas ...

At sessions which have been held almost every week since November, newcomers learn the basics of hedge planting, using a narrow hedging spade. Hedgerow plantings use a a mix of native hedgerow species ...

Once growth has slowed, inspect fences for any damage and carry out necessary repairs. Undertake new planting or fill gaps in existing hedges as needed. Begin coppicing if hedges are being rejuvenated ...