Planting and maintaining a maple hedge

Which type of maple is suitable as a hedge plant?

The diverse genus of the maples gives us the ideal with the field maple Hedge plant. The little brother of the sycamore maple and Norway maple is characterized by a shrub-like, compact growth and good-natured cut tolerance.

What should you watch out for when planting?

The best time to plant a maple hedge is in autumn. During this time of year you can also purchase and plant field maple as an inexpensive root product, as long as it does not freeze. The following overview summarizes all the key points for skilful planting:

• Sunny to partially shaded location with normal garden soil
• Plant young plants along a guide line in the compost-enriched soil
• Step on the earth and water it abundantly

The previous planting depth is maintained as precisely as possible in order not to impair the roots. It is an advantage if you put the roots in water beforehand until no more air bubbles rise.

What care gives the maple hedge the finishing touch?

The professional pruning is the mainstay in the maintenance program of a maple hedge. The annual growth of 30 to 50 cm requires repeated reaching for Hedge trimmer,(€ 77.00 at Amazon *) so that a well-groomed appearance is maintained. In contrast to its conspecifics, the choice of dates and the way of cutting are less delicate for field maples. So cut and take care of a maple hedge properly:

• Recommended cutting dates: in autumn, between the end of January and the beginning of March and in June / July
• As a first step, thin out the hedge thoroughly
• Shorten branches growing out of the shape to the desired length

Regular watering in case of drought as well Fertilize with compost in spring or autumn complete the care program.