These varieties form the perfect privacy screen

The best species to plant in a hedge

Not every conifer is suitable for a hedge planting. Give preference to species that are fast growing, hardy as well cut resistant. Sometimes, for example, spruce is recommended for a hedge, but we strongly advise against this. These conifers do not tolerate regular, strong pruning and often do not sprout again. On the other hand, the following types have proven effective.

Occidental tree of life (Thuja occidentalis)

In the case of thuja, the variety of varieties is considerable: tall varieties can be used wonderfully for high hedges and as privacy and wind protection, dwarf forms for lower hedges (e. B. for framing a perennial bed or a grave). The varieties' Brabant 'or Smaragd' are very popular for hedges. Thuja is very easy on pruning and can also cope with heavy pruning very well. plants Place the hedge in a sunny to partially shaded location with fresh to moist, humus-rich soil. This can be slightly acidic to alkaline.

European yew tree (Taxus baccata)

The European yew has been cultivated in our gardens for a long time and is considered to be very durable, adaptable and robust. As a solitary, it is often multi-stemmed from the base and can reach heights of up to 15 meters. As a hedge, the yew tree is well tolerated by pruning and is a popular topiary. In contrast to many other conifers, the yew also thrives in the shade and is just as undemanding in terms of soil. This can be slightly acidic to alkaline, sandy to loamy and humic, but must not have any tendency to waterlogging.

Lawson's cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana)

This interesting tree has fan-shaped or feather-shaped branches with scale-shaped leaves that cover each other like roof tiles. They are dark to gray-green, with some varieties also steel blue or yellow. The species, which is very easy on pruning, should be planted in a sunny to partially shaded location, but cannot tolerate heat or drought. The soil can be slightly acidic to alkaline, sandy or loamy.