Quickthorn (hawthorn) Bare Root Hedging 8/16in 20/40cm
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Crataegus monogyna or the common Hawthorn, also known as Quickthorn hedging, is one of the most common of English hedgerow native plants, providing beautiful May flowers and edible berries. Often featured in European folklore, the Hawthorn or Quickthorn is still an incredibly popular choice today.
Wondering where to buy Hawthorn hedging? Hopes Grove Nurseries supplies Hawthorn hedge plants in bare root form from November to March, and potted hedging all year round. You can get in touch if you have any questions.
Chosen Root Type: Potted
These are field grown plants, lifted during the dormant season (normally November-April) and delivered ready for planting without any soil on the roots. The most cost-effective way to plant a new hedge.
We deliver these plants to you in the pots they are grown in, because there is no root disturbance they can delivered and planted all year round with excellent results.
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3 year old feathered whip
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4 year old feathered whip
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in 2 litre pots
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in 4 litre pots
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in 10 litre pots
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Hawthorn hedging (Crataegus monogyna) is a species of the Rosaceae family originating from the regions of North Europe. An incredibly valuable plant for wildlife, this deciduous hedge has been known to support several hundred species of insects and animals, therefore making Quickthorn hedges a popular purchase amongst farmers and those looking to support wildlife.
Also known as “May” named after the month its delicate flowers bloom, the Hawthorn hedge is a hermaphrodite. Its flowers grow both male and female reproductive systems, allowing the plant to reproduce without relying on pollination by bees and insects.
Quickthorn hedges also produce a vibrant red fruit, packed with antioxidants, called ‘haws’. These are edible when raw, but are most commonly made into jams or wines. Hawthorn hedging berries are also used in tinctures, infusions, and food supplements.
Due to the Hawthorn hedge’s thorny nature, it is regularly planted as an excellent security hedge. The denseness of the foliage also makes it a great windbreaker, when planted as a dense hedge, helping to provide valuable shelter in gardens. It is a tremendous ‘knitter’ and when planted as part of a Native hedge, will be the plant that weaves amongst the others to bring the hedge together whilst providing valuable shelter and food to your local wildlife.
A fast-growing hedge, Quickthorn plants can grow up to 40 to 60cm per year. Their height can be maintained fairly easily from 1-5m with frequent pruning. The maximum height and spread of a mature and untrimmed hawthorn tree can be up to 8 metres.
When to Plant Hawthorn Hedging
You can plant your bare root Quickthorn hedges from November-late March when they are dormant and they have plenty of time to establish (although we recommend trying not to plant them when the ground is frozen). Hardy and versatile, these hedging plants will thrive in most types of soils, as long as they are not waterlogged. If you have ground prone to waterlogging we suggest adding plenty of general purpose compost and grit or shingle and combining it well with your existing soil to improve the drainage in the area. We also suggest using deep loam or sand, which keeps the soil from compacting too much while retaining moisture.
When to Prune Hawthorn Hedge (UK)
Hawthorn hedges are considered to be low-maintenance, but they do require occasional pruning. Late autumn to early spring is generally the best months to thin out any overgrown branches or to remove any dead or diseased growth. You can, however, lightly trim Hawthorn hedges more often than this to maintain an attractive shape.
A fast-growing hedge, Quickthorn plants can grow up to 40 to 60cm per year. Their height can be maintained fairly easily from 1-5m with frequent trimming. The maximum height and spread of a mature and untrimmed hawthorn tree can be up to 8 metres.
If you want to hard prune your Quickthorn hedge, make sure you do so after the flowers have bloomed, as this encourages a fuller growth of flowers in the following year.
See our guide to Hawthorn Hedge Pruning for more information.
How to Plant Hawthorn Hedge
Our Hawthorn hedges can be purchased at varying stages of growth, from a year old to a 4-year-old feathered ‘whip’ bare root plant. Or as a potted plant at any time throughout the year. We suggest planting 3-7 plants per metre, depending on your hedge requirements, and their size when bought. Planting distance for a new hedge completely depends on your budget and of course, your patience.
As a rule, 3 plants per metre will be sufficient, especially for the larger sizes of pot-grown Hawthorn. If you would like to grow a double-row hedge, 5 plants per metre will give you far thicker hedging, sooner. For a fast-developing and very dense hedge, we suggest planting 7 smaller-sized plants (90/120 cm or smaller).
Are you a gardening beginner? Take a look at our page on How To Plant A Hedge for general advice on hedge planting.
Hawthorn Pests & Diseases
Hawthorn hedges may be prone to damage from various pests, including apple woolly aphids, gall mites and other bacterial diseases. These can mostly be controlled by chemical treatments containing pyrethroids and pyrethrin, although this may not be effective against all pests.
Please contact our team for more advice on pest and disease control if you are new to hedge maintenance.
Our Hawthorn hedges can be purchased at varying stages of growth, from a year old to a 4-year-old feathered whip. We suggest planting 3-7 plants per metre, depending on their size when bought. Planting distance for a new hedge completely depends on your budget and of course, your patience.
As a rule, 3 plants per metre will be sufficient, especially for the larger sizes of pot-grown Hawthorn. If you would like to grow a double-row hedge, 5 plants per metre will give you far thicker hedging. For a fast developing and very dense hedge, we suggest planting 7 smaller sized plants (90/120 cm or smaller).
Are you a gardening beginner? Take a look at our page on How To Plant A Hedge for general advice on hedge planting.
Our team at Hopes Grove Nurseries pride ourselves on supplying only the healthiest products to our customers. From our humble beginnings in 1992, our local business has now expanded to supplying top-quality plants in a range of potted, bare root, instant trough hedging and rootball sizes nationwide.
Between our team of dedicated staff, we ensure that each and every plant is grown with passion and is in prime condition when it reaches your doorstep. Our combined 200 years of experience in growing means that with Hopes Grove Nurseries you get a service that you will not find elsewhere.
If you’re interested in our Hawthorn hedging, take a look at our range above or get in touch today.