Bare Root Box Hedging Plants 20-40cm (Buxus sempervirens)

Bare Root Box Hedging (Buxus sempervirens) 20-40cm is an evergreen solution for privacy screens and classic garden borders. Supplied as field-grown bareroot plants, these hedges are suitable for shade or full sun, and establish quickly in UK soil conditions.

Features

• Height supplied: 20-40cm
• Growth rate: Slow, up to 10cm/year
• Planting distance: 3 per metre
• Soil & pH: Moist, well-draining; neutral to acid or alkaline
• Location: Full sun or partial shade; not recommended for windy sites

Planting & Care

• Bareroot box hedging is cost-effective for large garden boundaries
• Use Rootgrow at time of planting
• Water well after planting and during dry periods
• Trim twice yearly to maintain shape

FAQs

• Is bare root box hedging effective for privacy? Yes, planted at 3 per metre, it forms a dense, evergreen screen.
• How does bareroot compare to potted plants? Bareroot plants are lighter, easier to handle, and often more economical for bulk planting, with similar long-term results.
• Will Buxus sempervirens thrive in shade or clay soil? Yes, it's shade-tolerant and adapts well to most soil types, including clay, when drainage is sufficient.
• Is it good value versus other hedging? Bareroot box is cost-effective and manageable for classic, evergreen hedging.