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| What plants should I use to grow a garden hedge? I want something that grows quick but costs less to do and upkeep. I have been searching online but I am overwhelmed by all the information. |
Here is a link that might be useful: leylandii
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- Posted by ken_adrian z5 (My Page) on Wed, Sep 22, 10 at 9:32
| hey why a UK website???? there is no zone info .. and i wonder if these are zone appropriate to WI .... and.. you have a big quandary ... you want fast growth.. but low maintenance .. if i read your facts properly ... and in my world... that does not equate ... now... if you would give us some facts about the site.. it might really help us define what you are needing ... or looking for .... the pic at your link .... to me.. looks like you might need 10 to 20 feet of space int he long run ... do you have that space.. or do you plan on being out there shearing them twice a year.. FOREVER??? more facts please .. ken ps: every county in the US has a soil conservation dist office ... and a boundary hedge.. is .. by definition.. soil conservation .. usually with the added benefit of hiding the neighbors.. lol ... and they offer small stock extremely cheap at appropriate planting time for your area ... and a quick call to them will get you some good local info.. and probably an answer on the leylands ... |
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| Ken is right - do the research closer to home. There is no zone info in yoour link because we don't have the concept of zones in the UK. The British Isles are relatively similar in climate all over and the coldest place anywhere here is probably warmer than Wisconsin in the Winter. Personally, I would NEVER plant Leylandii. As Ken says, the desire for fast growth and low maintenance just doesn't work. There is actually legislation here which was brought about by the numerous problems over Leylandii hedges. And are you keen to have an evergreen hedge? Deciduous hedges can be excellent barriers and provide screening even when they have no leaves on them. They filter the wind well and would also be less prone to snow damage. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Leylandii
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