Green Beech Bare Root Hedge 80-100cm (Fagus sylvatica)

Green Beech (Fagus sylvatica) bare root hedging, 80–100cm tall, is a reliable privacy screen for gardens and landscapes across the UK. Offering fast establishment and excellent year-round cover, this deciduous species retains coppery leaves throughout winter when maintained below 3m. Planting in moist, well-drained soil during dormancy ensures robust root development and uniform growth.

Key Specifications

• Height supplied: 80–100cm bare root plants
• Average annual growth: 30–60cm per year
• Leaf retention: Holds dead leaves in winter for privacy
• Typical uses: Screening, windbreaks, wildlife habitats

Planting & Care

• Best time to plant: October–March (when dormant)
• Soil preference: Fertile, well-drained
• Sun requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Maintenance: Trim annually to encourage dense foliage

FAQs

• Is green beech suitable for privacy hedging in the UK? Yes, its dense habit and leaf retention provide effective year-round screening.
• How quickly does beech hedge grow? Green beech adds 30–60cm per year, faster than yew but slower than leylandii.
• Does Fagus sylvatica keep leaves in winter? Retains copper foliage through winter if kept below 3m.
• What are optimal planting conditions? Plant in moist, well-drained soil, spacing 4–5 plants per metre for a full hedge.
• How does beech compare to leylandii or laurel for maintenance? Beech requires less frequent trimming than leylandii and is easier to shape than laurel.

Planting and care

This is a bare-root plant, supplied dormant between November and March. Plant within a few days of arrival for best results, keeping the roots moist and out of direct sun until they go in the ground. Standard spacing is 3 plants per metre, or 5 per metre for a denser, faster screen.

Read our complete bare-root hedging buyer's guide for full instructions on when to plant, how to handle the plants on arrival, planting depth, spacing for different uses, and what to expect in the first season.