Sometimes it’s easy to forget that your hedge is actually a living, growing, plant. As architectural elements, they can seem ...

If not, then zig-zag the plants so they have a bit more space to spread. Autumn is the best time of year to trim a hedge because birds have finished nesting and the soil is still warm from the summer.

Fences make good neighbors and so do hedges ... as long as they are done well. Hedges are the workhorses of the suburban garden. They define space. As superstars of the backdrop, they set the mood ...

A native hedge will also provide a valuable habitat for wildlife. Planting a native hedge for wildlife is not only worthwhile but a diverse and interesting garden feature in its own right.