Choosing the right hedge for your garden is not easy, there are many elements to take into consideration. In this article [link articolo] we have explained the difference between an evergreen and a deciduous hedge.
Did you know that there are many elements to consider while choosing the right hedge for your garden?
Depending on the final effect you desire, you can evaluate a monospecies hedge or a mixed hedge, do you know the difference?
A monospecies hedge is made up of the same variety of plants, each one planted next to the other to create a uniform and compact hedge.
PROs
- Easy to manage and maintain. The plants that create the hedge come from the same family (type) and therefore have the same needs in terms of maintenance activities and timing.
- Compact plants
CONs
- Less biodiversity. The monospecies hedge, thanks to its simple and monotype composition, may attract less diversified wildlife than the mixed hedge.
- Less natural result
A mixed hedge, on the other hand, is made of different trees, bushes and flower plants. In general, to have a uniform result all year round, you can opt for evergreen plants. On the contrary, a deciduous hedge will offer different shades and patterns in every season.
In case of unpleasant views to hide, the role and the species selected for your hedge is even more essential because it will determine the final results and real view.
A mixed hedge can also be created with both evergreen and deciduous species; Be careful during the planning phase! The location and mix of different species is key.
PROs
- Customisable. A mixed hedge can be easily adapted to the owner’s personality and tastes to create something unique and representative. All the selected species allow for having different colours, shapes and flowers.
- In support of biodiversity. Thanks to the diversity of plants in the mixed hedge, wildlife is welcomed in the garden.
- Plant parasitic diseases decrease. The biodiversity and the different plants of the mixed hedge generate a positive effect on the garden's health. It decreases the risk of parasitic and fungal diseases.
CONs
- Difficult to plan. Thanks to the variety of plants included in the mixed hedge, the planning phase is essential to achieve the desired result. The seasonality of the chosen hedge is key.
- Different maintenance needs. Due to the presence of different species, the garden activities on the hedge need to be adapted to the multiple varieties included in the hedge and therefore, maintenance timings will be different.
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