Introduction

Hedges are not only great for protecting your privacy and breaking the wind, it also improves the view of your garden. With a myriad of choices in the market, you might be wondering which hedge bushes to choose to achieve a specific function. In this blog, we will guide you on choosing the right type of hedges for your home by explaining the different types of hedges and how they work.

What are hedges?

Hedges are a group of shrubs or small trees planted in close contact to each other to form a barrier. They are usually used for privacy, security and windbreak. A hedge can be formal or informal and can consist of any number of species but will often include conifers such as Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris), Larch (Larix decidua) or Yew (Taxus baccata).

Hedges have many benefits. They exclude unwanted animals as well as protecting your property from the wind and noise pollution caused by busy roads nearby. They also help with evapotranspiration which helps reduce water consumption during hot periods when temperatures exceed 30°C (86°F).

Hedge plants is a group of shrubs or small trees planted in close contact to each other. They create a wall of green.

Hedge plants is a group of shrubs or small trees planted in close contact to each other. They create a wall of green and are an effective way to define boundaries.

Hedges can be used as windbreaks, privacy screens, noise barriers and sun blockers. A hedge also provides habitat for birds, bees and butterflies as well as sheltering wildlife such as rabbits or hedgehogs.

The primary function of hedge plants is to provide privacy, security and windbreak.

First of all, the primary function of hedge plants is to provide privacy, security and windbreak.

Hedges can also be used as a sound barrier to reduce noise from traffic or neighbours. This is particularly important in urban areas where there are often high levels of vehicular traffic and loud music coming from nearby homes.

Evergreen hedges will keep its leaves all year round while deciduous hedges lose its leaves in autumn.

Evergreen hedges are a better option for those who want a hedge that will stay green all year round. However, evergreen hedges require more maintenance than deciduous ones as they need to be trimmed regularly and the leaves need to be removed in autumn.

Deciduous hedges are more economical because they don’t require any trimming or leaf removal. They only need a good pruning once a year before winter sets in so you can enjoy them during spring and summer without having to worry about maintenance costs.

Hedging plants are normally evergreen or semi-evergreen and include conifers, broadleaved and mixed conifer hedging.

There are two types of hedging plants, evergreen or semi-evergreen. Evergreen hedges are mainly made up of conifers such as Leyland cypresses, spruces and pines which have needle-like leaves that do not fall off in autumn. Semi-evergreen hedges include deciduous species such as beech trees and hornbeam that shed their leaves each winter.

Broadleaved or deciduous hedges are much more common than conifer ones in the UK because they offer a wider variety of colour tones and leaf shapes throughout the year as well as being easier to maintain. However they require regular pruning throughout the summer months to keep them neat and tidy otherwise growth can get out of control very quickly! In contrast though coniferous hedging tends to be more expensive but requires little maintenance since it grows at a slower rate than broadleaved varieties so you don’t need to cut back often (this may vary depending on where you live).

Formal hedges have a uniform appearance with sharp edges so that it looks like a wall which can be used to divide up the garden area (and make cleaning easier!).

Formal hedges have a uniform appearance with sharp edges so that it looks like a wall which can be used to divide up the garden area (and make cleaning easier!). If you are looking for something with good height, then formal hedges are the way to go.

Most of them are clipped into straight lines with each plant being aligned in parallel rows along the length of your hedge. This makes them look neat and tidy when grown as an elongated barrier or fence, but it can also make mowing slightly more difficult than if you were using non-formal varieties.

Informal hedging may be planted in irregular shapes and not necessarily clipped into straight lines. Albeit less formal-looking, informal hedging requires more frequent clipping.

Informal hedges may be planted in irregular shapes and not necessarily clipped into straight lines. Albeit less formal-looking, informal hedges require more frequent clipping.

A native hedge is one that has grown naturally in a particular environment over time without any human intervention. They are local to that environment as opposed to exotic species which are not natural to the environment. Native hedges are usually subjected to less disease and pest attacks than exotic species of hedge plants as they have co-evolved with pests, diseases and environmental changes over time and thus developed resistance against them.

A native hedge is one that has grown naturally in a particular environment over time without any human intervention. They are local to that environment as opposed to exotic species which are not natural to the environment. Native hedges are usually subjected to less disease and pest attacks than exotic species of hedge plants as they have co-evolved with pests, diseases and environmental changes over time and thus developed resistance against them.

Exotic plants often suffer from high mortality rates due to their inability to withstand the harsh conditions of their new homes, including high temperatures or drought conditions. This means that native hedges could be more resilient during periods of change such as climate change because they have been through these changes many times before and have adapted accordingly.

Different types of hedges have different uses and functions

Hedges are plants that grow in a row, forming a barrier. There are several different types of hedges, each with its own benefits and uses. The most common type of hedge is made up of deciduous shrubs or trees with thorny branches, like dogwood and hawthorn. These hedges are easy to care for because they’re only thorny during the summertime—in winter, their thorns drop off and their bark becomes smooth again.

These hedges make great barriers against noise pollution from roads or railroads; they can block wind as well as light from entering your home during the winter months when it’s not wanted (such as when you need extra heat). To plant this kind of hedge, dig holes about six inches deep where you want them to grow then fill them half way with water until all roots have been soaked through before planting seeds at this depth level every three feet apart along your chosen area line (this will allow room for growth).

Once established over time using these methods described above then pruning may be necessary in order remove dead leaves or branches; however if done improperly too many times per year could cause harm instead so make sure not to do more than necessary rather than less–you should wait until springtime before pruning any part off unless there is danger involved such as falling limbs damaging property/people below them! This takes between seven-twelve years depending upon species type grown whether evergreen versus deciduous etcetera.”

Conclusion

Hedging is a common practice used in landscaping and it can be utilised to serve many different purposes. However, there are some considerations to take note of before deciding on the type of hedge you want. If you are unsure of the various types of hedges and how they function, this article should have given you some insight into making an informed decision when it comes to your landscaping project.