Carpinus Betulus, commonly known as the Hornbeam, is a superb long established native hedging tree. Looks and grows very similar to Beech, however the leaves have much deeper veins. A perfect hedging solution where soil conditions are poor or for very exposed areas, looks superb in a country style garden, but looks elegant within an urban or inner city location. Very hardy & semi evergreen, the leaves in spring and summer are a fresh lush green colour turning golden brown in winter. Again similar to the Beech tree, however does drop slightly more leaves than Beech in winter, but faster growing. Ideal hedging tree to create privacy and can also be used as a windbreak or noise barrier.
We will deliver direct to you, a full pallet of 25 high quality, extra large, 7-8 years old established rootball hedging trees which are approximately 5-6ft tall.
What is a rootball tree?
A rootball tree is a field grown plant which has been grown for several years to grow into an extra large and established bush or tree, perfect for those who want instant effect gardening. Dug directly from the field with the roots and soil left perfectly intact, the “rootball” is then wrapped in a biodegradable hessian sack. Simply plant the tree with the sack left on the rootball, water regularly for the first year, for a beautiful instant hedge, a true investment for your garden.
How far apart should they be planted?
There is no hard rule for planting distances, however, we suggest planting 1 or 2 trees per meter for an instant effect hedge, the closer you plant, the quicker you will establish your hedge, it's that simple. But if you dont mind waiting a little longer for them to grow into each other, planting a little further apart will be just fine.
Delivery times?
Our delivery times on full pallet rootball trees is 7-10 working days via a kerb side pallet delivery service to your home or site, this is because all of our rootball trees are dug fresh to order. We don't believe in digging in bulk and storing out of the ground, this can lead to damage, drying out and eventually failure in your garden, risking a waste of time and money. We deliver fresh dug field grown trees for 100% satisfaction guaranteed. (subject to weather, if weather causes a delay in delivery which is out of our control, for example floods, ice or snow, we will keep you fully updated via telephone or email & deliver as soon as physically possible)
Direct Hedging Plants is part of Direct Plants Ltd Norfolk, a Family Brand, Est 1989, selling online since 2006.
