What Are The Basic Things To Know About Instant Evergreen Hedges?

Evergreen Hedges can be trees and shrubs that don’t shed their leaves in autumn and stay green all the year. It depends on the selection of species that are used for planting. Most of the instant evergreen hedges in UK are fast-growing, and the leaves stay unshed during the whole year. Hence, it is mostly planted in residential gardens and other public places to attract visitors. 

Evergreen hedges include broad-leaved species. These species have a tolerant capacity against any weather condition. The instant hedges are specially organized with essential functions to maintain the photosynthesis process in any condition and boost the leaves’ flexibility to protect plant tissues. This factor will help withstand the wind force and weight of rain and snow. Hence, the instant evergreen hedge in UK is planted in public gardens like botanical gardens, parks and offices to nourish the environment. 

How To Maintain The Growth Of Instant Evergreen Hedge?

The maintenance of evergreen hedges needs special care and attention daily. All the essential factors to be ensured for maintaining its growth. Factors such as the seasons, climatic conditions that are likely to be harsh for the plants, irrigation, soil type, fertilizers and pesticides, nutritional supplements, etc. These factors are to be checked regularly to maintain its growth. Autumn is considered the best time to plant an instant evergreen hedge in UK. 

The watering system for the evergreen hedges can be automated by installing a drip irrigation system. During the initial stage of hedge growth, it is important to notice weeds and control them at the earliest so that it can’t deprive the provided water and nutrients to the hedge. Regular inspection to remove weeds surrounding the hedges and aeration of the soil. A manual check-up is necessary to check the hedge’s health condition and its growth progress.

To understand more about evergreen instant hedges' maintenance, contact Gristwood and Toms.