Hedging plants are more than just a green barrier; they play a pivotal role in landscaping, offering privacy, reducing noise, and enhancing the aesthetic appeal of gardens. With a plethora of options available, choosing the right hedging plant can be overwhelming. This guide delves into some of the top easy-care shrubs that can be used as hedging plants, ensuring your garden not only looks stunning but also serves practical purposes.

1. Arborvitae: The Evergreen Marvel

Arborvitae, with its upright evergreen structure, is a favorite among garden enthusiasts. Characterized by its aromatic, yellow-green to green foliage, this plant is versatile.

• Height: Up to 40 feet
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in medium moist, well-drained soil

2. Boxwood: The Formal Green

Boxwood sets the gold standard for formal hedging plants. Its resilience to frequent shearing and shaping makes it a top choice for gardens that require geometric precision.

• Height: Up to 3 feet
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in evenly moist, well-drained soil

3. Dwarf Golden False Cypress: The Golden Delight

The Dwarf Golden False Cypress is a sight to behold. Varieties like 'Filifera Aurea', 'Gold Mop', and 'Sungold' offer slight variations in foliage color and mature size.

• Height: Up to 5 feet
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in medium moist, well-drained soil

4. Flowering Quince: The Spring Bloomer

The Flowering Quince is a deciduous shrub that lights up the early spring landscape with its vibrant scarlet, pink, or white blooms.

• Height: Up to 10 feet
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in medium moist, well-drained soil

5. Glossy Abelia: The Butterfly Magnet

The Glossy Abelia is a flowering hedge plant that attracts butterflies with its fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers.

• Height: Up to 6 feet
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in medium moist, well-drained soil

6. Holly: The Berry Bearer

Holly plants are diverse. While smaller hollies like yaupon holly, meserve holly, and inkberry are easy to manage due to minimal pruning needs, many varieties bear red or orange berries.

• Height: Up to 50 feet
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in medium moist, well-drained soil

7. Bay Laurel: The Aromatic Wonder

Bay Laurel, available at the Web Garden Centre, is a popular choice for hedging. Its aromatic leaves are also used in culinary dishes.

• Height: Varies
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in well-drained soil
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8. Elaeagnus: The Silver Beauty

Elaeagnus is known for its silver foliage and fragrant flowers. It's a robust plant that can thrive in various conditions.

• Height: Varies
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in well-drained soil
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9. Elaeagnus x Ebbingei Gilt Edge: The Golden-Edged Wonder

This variant of Elaeagnus boasts golden-edged leaves, adding a touch of brightness to gardens.

• Height: Varies
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in well-drained soil
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Conclusion

Choosing the right hedging plant is crucial for achieving the desired look and functionality in your garden. Whether you're looking for privacy, noise reduction, or simply to enhance your garden's aesthetic appeal, there's a hedging plant out there that's perfect for you. By understanding the unique characteristics and care requirements of each plant, you can make an informed decision that will benefit your garden for years to come. At Web Garden Centre we can source specific specimens for you, give us a call to discuss your requests.