Please note: Hornbeam plants are sold in bundles of 10 and must be added to your cart in multiples of 10.

About These Plants

Our hornbeam hedge plants are bare-root, meaning they are dug directly from the field without soil around their roots. This bare-root method is an economical way to establish a beautiful, traditional hornbeam hedge without the higher cost of potted plants. Each plant measures between 125-150cm (4-5ft) tall.

Planting & Care

Timing: Plant your hornbeam hedge as soon as possible after purchase to avoid root drying.
Spacing: For best results, plant 45cm apart in a single row, or 60cm apart if planting in double rows.
Root Health: We recommend applying Rootgrow at planting to stimulate secondary root growth and improve plant establishment.
Protection: In areas with deer or rabbits, protect your young plants using spiral tree guards to prevent damage.

Growth & Maintenance

Hornbeam hedges typically grow 30-45cm (1-1.5ft) per year once established. Regular trimming is advised to maintain your hedge at your preferred height and shape.

Year-Round Privacy & Aesthetic

Hornbeam is a native UK species, widely appreciated for its classic serrated, rounded green leaves. Unique among many deciduous hedges, hornbeam retains its golden-copper brown dead leaves throughout most of the winter, providing added privacy and visual interest year-round. These leaves only fall when pushed off by new spring growth, helping your hedge stay dense even in colder months.

Why Choose Hornbeam?

Traditional British Hedge: Hornbeam has been a go-to hedging plant for centuries.
Visual Privacy: Offers an excellent privacy screen all year due to its retained winter leaves.
Robust & Hardy: Thrives in a variety of soil types and conditions across the UK.
Environmentally Friendly: Native species supporting local wildlife.

For more details or to discuss alternative hornbeam hedge sizes and options, please call us at 01252 714552 or email sales@hedgesonline.com.

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