Hornbeam Hedging Bare Root
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Bare Root Hornbeam Hedging (Carpinus betulus) Bare Root Hornbeam Hedging for Strong, Native & Cost-Effective Winter Planting Bare root Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is one of the finest native hedge plants for creating a dense, formal or informal hedge at an affordable price. Supplied during the dormant season without soil around its roots, bare root Hornbeam offers excellent value and establishes quickly when planted between November and March. Often mistaken for Beech, Hornbeam has beautifully ribbed green leaves that turn rich golden-yellow in autumn before fading to warm copper-brown. Many of the dried leaves remain on the branches throughout winter, providing valuable screening until fresh foliage emerges in spring. Ideal for gardens, estates, paddocks and boundary planting, Hornbeam is exceptionally hardy and copes well with heavy clay soils where Beech may struggle. Why Choose Bare Root Hornbeam Hedging? Hornbeam is one of the UK's most reliable native hedge plants. Benefits include: Excellent value for large hedging projects Native British species Dense, formal or informal hedge Attractive green summer foliage Golden autumn colour followed by copper-brown winter leaves Retains many leaves through winter for seasonal screening Thrives on heavy clay soils Hardy and easy to establish Its neat appearance and tolerance of regular trimming make it equally suitable for formal gardens and natural boundaries. Available Season Bare root Hornbeam is available during the dormant planting season. Typically available from: November December January February March (while stocks last) Ordering early helps secure the freshest field-lifted plants before peak demand. Where to Plant Bare Root Hornbeam Hornbeam is incredibly adaptable and suitable for: Formal hedges Garden boundaries Privacy screening Driveway planting Rural boundaries Parks and estates Windbreaks It grows well in both full sun and partial shade. Soil Requirements One of Hornbeam's greatest strengths is its ad