
Hornbeam Hedging 6ft (180cm) in a 10lt pot
Looking for a fast, effective, and attractive way to establish a hedge? Our pot-grown Hornbeam hedge plants are the ideal solution. Grown in 10-litre pots and standing at 6ft (180cm) tall, these premium plants offer immediate impact and long-term success.
Unlike bare root hedging, these pot-grown plants have fully established root systems, ensuring better transplant success and faster establishment in your garden.
Why Choose Hornbeam?
Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is a native British species long valued for formal and informal hedging. It provides year-round structure and seasonal interest:
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Spring: Fresh green leaves appear early, signaling the start of the growing season.
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Autumn: Leaves turn a golden-copper colour, adding warmth to your garden.
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Winter: Unlike many deciduous hedges, hornbeam retains its dry leaves through most of winter, maintaining privacy and wind protection until new growth pushes the leaves off in spring.
Premium-Quality Plants
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Supplied at 6ft (180cm) in height in 10L pots.
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Strong, well-established root systems for quick and successful planting.
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Significantly more robust and reliable than bare root alternatives.
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Offers near-instant visual impact, ideal for privacy screening.
Growth and Maintenance
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Grows approximately 30–45cm (1–1.5ft) per year after planting.
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Trim annually once the desired hedge height is reached to maintain a neat, dense form.
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Plant 45cm apart in a single row or 60cm apart in a double row for faster coverage and thicker screening.
Soil and Watering Advice
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Thrives in a variety of soils, including heavy and wet soils, and is more tolerant than beech.
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Water consistently during dry periods, especially in the first year.
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Using a leaky hose irrigation system is recommended for ease and efficiency (available on our Accessories page).
Ideal for:
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Quick, attractive garden screening
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Windbreaks and privacy hedges
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Formal and naturalistic planting
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Gardens with heavier or moisture-retentive soils
Need Help or Have Questions?
Contact our expert team for planting advice or to explore alternative hedge options.
Call: 01252 714552
Email: sales@hedgesonline.com
Browse more on our Hornbeam Hedging category page.
Delivery
Should you require delivery, a delivery charge will be calculated based on your postcode and added at the checkout stage. Collection from our nursery at GU10 2BH is free of charge.