Mixed Hedging Pack – 10 mature hedging plants in 2-3 litre pots only £39.99 (RRP £79.99)

50% OFF... Fantastic offer: 10 mature hedging plants in 2-3 litre pots for £39.99, usually £79.99! Beautiful mix of evergreen and deciduous varieties, perfect for delivering fabulous flowers, berries and foliage colour to your garden.

What’s Included?

1x Carpinus Betulus (Hornbeam)

1x Fagus Sylvatica (Beech)

1x Cornus Sanguinea (Common Dogwood)

1x Sambucus Nigra (Elderberry)

1x Cornus Elegantissima (Red Dogwood)

1x Pyracantha Saphyr Jaune Cadaune (Firethorn)

1x Pyracantha Saphyr Orange Cadange (Firethorn)

1x Rosa Canina (Dog Rose)

1x Photinia Red Robin 9cm pot (Christmas Berry)

1x Forsythia Spectabilis (Golden Bells)

Description of Each Plant you will Receive

1x Carpinus Betulus (Hornbeam)

The European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is an exceptionally versatile and reliable deciduous tree that excels in British gardens, whether grown as an elegant specimen or maintained as a dense formal hedge. This fully hardy native European species offers year-round interest with distinctive oval leaves that emerge bright green, mature to rich summer green, and transform into golden autumn colours before turning brown and remaining attached through winter when grown as hedging. Remarkably tolerant of most soil conditions from clay to chalk, wind exposure, and urban pollution, the hornbeam thrives in full sun to partial shade with minimal care once established. Supporting British wildlife through its leaves, seeds, and dense branching structure, Carpinus betulus represents the perfect combination of beauty, practicality, and environmental value for the everyday gardener.

Carpinus Betulus (Hornbeam)

1x Fagus Sylvatica (Beech)

Fagus Sylvatica, commonly known as European or Common Beech, creates one of the most elegant and versatile hedging options available for temperate gardens. This deciduous tree forms dense, formal hedges that can be maintained at heights ranging from 4 feet to over 20 feet, making it suitable for both low boundary markers and tall privacy screens. The fresh green leaves emerge in spring with a distinctive silky texture, mature to a rich glossy green through summer, then transform into beautiful golden-bronze tones in autumn, with many leaves persisting through winter to provide continued screening. Green Beech hedging responds exceptionally well to regular trimming, developing into a thick, impenetrable barrier when clipped twice yearly in late spring and late summer. Thriving in well-drained soils and tolerating both full sun and partial shade, this hardy hedging plant is particularly valued for its ability to create formal garden structure while providing year-round interest through its seasonal color changes and excellent wildlife value as a nesting site for birds.

Fagus Sylvatica (Beech)

1x Cornus Sanguinea (Common Dogwood)

Cornus Sanguinea, or Common Dogwood, is a native British shrub that creates attractive, wildlife-friendly hedging with exceptional seasonal interest and low maintenance requirements. This deciduous hedge typically reaches 6-10 feet when left unmanaged but can be easily maintained at lower heights through regular pruning, forming a dense barrier of oval, dark green leaves that turn brilliant shades of orange, red, and purple in autumn before falling to reveal the plant's most striking feature - vibrant red to purple-red stems that provide dramatic winter color. In late spring, the hedge produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers that attract beneficial insects, followed by dark purple-black berries in autumn that provide valuable food for birds and wildlife. Common Dogwood hedging is remarkably adaptable, thriving in virtually any soil type from dry chalk to heavy clay and wet conditions, and tolerating both full sun and deep shade, making it an excellent choice for difficult sites where other hedging plants might struggle. This robust native hedge requires minimal care once established and can be hard pruned every few years to maintain vigor and maximize the colorful stem display that makes it particularly valuable in winter garden designs.

Cornus Sanguinea (Common Dogwood)

1x Sambucus Nigra (Elderberry)

Sambucus Nigra, commonly known as Elder or Elderberry, creates a fast-growing, informal hedge that combines practical screening with exceptional wildlife value and edible benefits. This vigorous native shrub typically reaches 8-15 feet if left unpruned but can be maintained as a manageable hedge through annual cutting, developing a dense network of arching branches clothed in pinnate, serrated leaves that emerge fresh green in spring. The hedge's most spectacular feature appears in early summer when it becomes covered in large, flat-topped clusters of fragrant, creamy-white flowers that are beloved by pollinators and can be harvested for making elderflower cordials, wines, and fritters. These blooms are followed in late summer by heavy clusters of small, dark purple-black berries that provide crucial food for over 40 species of birds while also being prized for jams, syrups, and traditional remedies. Elder hedging thrives in almost any soil condition, from dry to waterlogged, and tolerates both sun and shade, though it performs best with some moisture and partial sun. While this hedge requires more frequent management due to its rapid growth and can become somewhat untidy if neglected, its unmatched ecological value, edible harvest potential, and ability to quickly establish effective screening make it an excellent choice for wildlife gardens and sustainable landscapes.

Sambucus Nigra (Elderberry)

1x Cornus Elegantissima (Red Dogwood)

Cornus Elegantissima, commonly known as Red Dogwood or Variegated Red-barked Dogwood, creates a stunning ornamental hedge that provides year-round visual interest through its distinctive foliage and vibrant winter stems. This deciduous shrub forms a dense hedge typically reaching 6-8 feet at maturity, featuring striking variegated leaves with irregular cream and white margins surrounding gray-green centers that create a bright, luminous effect throughout the growing season before turning pink and red in autumn. The hedge's most dramatic feature emerges in winter when the leaves fall to reveal brilliant coral-red to crimson stems that provide exceptional color during the dormant season, making it particularly valuable for adding warmth and structure to winter gardens. In late spring, clusters of small creamy-white flowers appear among the foliage, followed by white or blue-tinged berries that attract birds and wildlife. Red Dogwood hedging thrives in moist, well-drained soils and performs best in full sun to partial shade, where the stem coloration develops most intensely, though it's adaptable to various soil conditions. It requires annual pruning in late winter or early spring to maintain the brightest stem colors and compact form, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet highly decorative hedge that provides both screening and ornamental value throughout all seasons.

Cornus Elegantissima (Red Dogwood)

1x Pyracantha Saphyr Jaune Cadaune (Firethorn)

Pyracantha Saphyr Jaune 'Cadaune', a striking variety of Firethorn, creates an exceptionally secure and ornamental evergreen hedge that combines impenetrable thorny protection with spectacular seasonal displays. This robust shrub forms a dense, upright hedge typically reaching 6-10 feet, armed with sharp spines that make it ideal for boundary security while its glossy, dark green oval leaves provide year-round screening and structure. The hedge's ornamental highlight occurs in late spring when it becomes smothered in clusters of small, fragrant white flowers that attract bees and beneficial insects, followed by the variety's signature feature - masses of bright golden-yellow berries that ripen in autumn and persist well into winter, providing valuable food for birds and creating a dramatic color contrast against the dark foliage. Pyracantha 'Cadaune' is notably disease-resistant, particularly to fire blight and scab, making it more reliable than many other Firethorn varieties. This hardy hedge thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade, tolerating urban pollution, coastal conditions, and drought once established, though it benefits from shelter from cold winds in exposed locations. While the thorny nature requires careful handling during maintenance, regular pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages prolific berry production, making this an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly security hedging with outstanding autumn and winter interest.

Pyracantha Saphyr Jaune Cadaune (Firethorn)

1x Pyracantha Saphyr Orange Cadange (Firethorn)

Pyracantha Saphyr Orange 'Cadange', a vibrant variety of Firethorn, creates an exceptionally secure and decorative evergreen hedge that combines formidable thorny defense with outstanding seasonal color displays. This vigorous shrub forms a dense, upright hedge typically reaching 6-10 feet, featuring sharp spines that provide excellent boundary security while its glossy, dark green oval leaves offer year-round screening and structural presence. The hedge's spectacular ornamental peak occurs in late spring when it becomes covered in profuse clusters of small, fragrant white flowers that are highly attractive to pollinators, followed by the variety's crowning feature - abundant masses of bright orange berries that ripen in autumn and persist through winter, creating a stunning fiery display against the evergreen foliage while providing essential food for birds and wildlife. This disease-resistant cultivar shows excellent tolerance to fire blight and scab, common problems with other Firethorn varieties, ensuring reliable performance and longevity. Pyracantha 'Cadange' thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade, demonstrating remarkable adaptability to urban pollution, coastal conditions, and drought once established, though it appreciates protection from harsh winds in exposed sites. While the formidable thorns require careful handling during maintenance, regular post-flowering pruning maintains an attractive shape and maximizes the prolific berry production, making this an ideal choice for wildlife-friendly security hedging with exceptional autumn and winter visual impact.

Pyracantha Saphyr Orange Cadange (Firethorn)

1x Rosa Canina (Dog Rose)

Rosa Canina, commonly known as Dog Rose, creates a beautiful and impenetrable native hedge that combines traditional countryside charm with exceptional wildlife value and natural security. This vigorous climbing rose forms a dense, thorny barrier typically reaching 6-10 feet, featuring arching stems armed with curved prickles that provide excellent boundary protection while supporting pinnate leaves composed of 5-7 serrated leaflets that create an attractive, natural appearance throughout the growing season. The hedge's most enchanting feature appears in early summer when it becomes adorned with masses of delicate, fragrant pink or white flowers, typically five-petalled and 4-5cm across, that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators before developing into bright red, oval hips in autumn that persist well into winter. These vitamin C-rich hips are not only valuable food for birds and small mammals but can also be harvested for making jellies, syrups, and herbal teas. Dog Rose hedging is remarkably adaptable and hardy, thriving in virtually any well-drained soil from chalk to clay, tolerating both full sun and partial shade, and withstanding exposure, drought, and coastal conditions once established. While this vigorous hedge requires annual pruning to maintain shape and prevent it from becoming overgrown, its combination of security, wildlife habitat, seasonal beauty, and low maintenance requirements makes it an excellent choice for rural boundaries, wildlife gardens, and anyone seeking an authentic British countryside hedge.

Rosa Canina (Dog Rose)

1x Photinia Red Robin 9cm pot (Christmas Berry)

Photinia Red Robin creates a striking evergreen hedge renowned for its brilliant red new growth that provides year-round color and contemporary appeal to modern garden designs. This vigorous shrub forms a dense, upright hedge typically reaching 8-12 feet when mature, featuring glossy, leathery leaves that emerge as bright red shoots in spring before maturing to dark green, creating a beautiful two-toned effect that's particularly dramatic when the hedge is regularly trimmed to encourage fresh growth. In late spring, established hedges produce clusters of small, creamy-white flowers that attract beneficial insects, though these are often removed through regular pruning to maintain the compact form and vibrant foliage display that makes this hedge so desirable. Photinia Red Robin thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and performs best in full sun to partial shade, where the red coloration develops most intensely, though it's reasonably tolerant of various soil types and urban conditions. This fast-growing hedge requires regular trimming 2-3 times during the growing season to maintain its shape and maximize the stunning red new growth, making it ideal for formal hedge situations where frequent maintenance is acceptable. While it can be susceptible to fire blight in humid conditions, its exceptional ornamental value, evergreen screening capability, and dramatic seasonal color changes make Red Robin an excellent choice for contemporary gardens seeking a hedge with immediate visual impact and year-round structure.

Photinia Red Robin (Christmas Berry)

1x Forsythia Spectabilis (Golden Bells)

Forsythia Spectabilis, commonly known as Golden Bells or Showy Forsythia, creates a spectacular deciduous hedge that delivers one of the most dramatic early spring displays in the garden with its explosion of brilliant golden-yellow flowers. This vigorous, upright shrub forms a dense hedge typically reaching 8-10 feet at maturity, featuring arching branches that become completely smothered in bright yellow, four-petalled flowers in March and April before the leaves emerge, creating a stunning beacon of color that signals the end of winter. Following this magnificent floral display, the hedge develops fresh green, serrated leaves that provide effective summer screening before turning yellow-green in autumn, though the plant's primary value lies in its unmatched spring performance. Forsythia hedging is remarkably adaptable and hardy, thriving in virtually any well-drained soil from acidic to alkaline, tolerating both full sun and partial shade, and withstanding urban pollution, drought, and harsh weather conditions once established. While the hedge provides relatively informal screening during summer and is bare in winter, its ease of cultivation and tolerance of hard pruning make it simple to maintain - best pruned immediately after flowering to preserve next year's blooms while controlling size and shape. This low-maintenance hedge is ideal for gardeners seeking a spectacular seasonal feature that provides early nectar for emerging pollinators and creates an unforgettable golden display that brightens the late winter landscape.

Forsythia Spectablis (Golden Bells)