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If you've settled on Portuguese laurel for your new hedge, the next question is almost always the same: how many plants will you actually need to fill the space? Plant too few and you could be left with gaps that...

If you've heard that a hosepipe ban is coming into force in your area, your first thought might be, "What happens to my hedge?" It's a fair question. Newly planted hedges need regular watering to establish strong roots, particularly during...

As the festive season approaches and we prepare for a well-deserved break, we're taking a moment to reflect on what has been an extraordinary year here at CGJ Mathias & Son Nurseries. From unprecedented weather challenges to record-breaking demand, 2025...

"Are these too far gone? Shall I just rip them out and start again?" When Paul sent us this message back in March, along with photos of his struggling laurel hedge, we could see exactly what was going wrong. After...

As proud sponsors of Tilford Cricket Club in Surrey, we're absolutely thrilled to celebrate a historic achievement from the club this summer – the newly-formed Tilford Ladies team have won the Tier 2 Smash It West League in their very...