Hornbeam Instant Hedge 160cm (5–6ft) Hedgebag – Deciduous

• Native UK species – supports local wildlife
• Dense, semi-evergreen hedge for year-round screening
• Attractive foliage – fresh green in spring, golden bronze in winter
• Hardy and wind-tolerant – thrives in exposed or cold areas
• Tolerates heavy clay and wet soils
• Excellent for formal or informal hedging
  

• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Any well-drained or moist soil, including clay and chalk
• Growth rate: Moderate to fast (30–60 cm per year)
• Ultimate height: Up to 5 m (easily maintained with pruning)
• Spacing: 1 instant hedging unit per metre
• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK

Hornbeam is one of the best hedging plants for year-round privacy and structure in British gardens. Its ability to hold its leaves through winter, combined with exceptional toughness and adaptability, makes it a top alternative to Beech hedging in wetter soils.

Whether planted as a formal clipped hedge or a natural boundary, Hornbeam brings texture, colour, and timeless charm to any landscape.

Order Hornbeam plants online today for fast UK delivery and enjoy a durable, attractive hedge that enhances your garden with natural beauty through every season.