Sea Buckthorn Hedge (Hippophae rhamnoides)

Sea Buckthorn Hedge Plants Description

Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is a resilient, deciduous shrub renowned for its striking orange berries and silvery-green foliage. This hardy plant is often used to create informal hedges, offering both aesthetic appeal and practical benefits. Thriving in coastal and challenging environments, Sea Buckthorn is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance hedge that provides seasonal interest and wildlife benefits.

Benefits:

Nutrient-rich berries: Sea Buckthorn produces an abundance of small, tangy orange berries that are rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids. These berries are not only edible but can also be used to make juices, jams, and oils.

Wildlife-friendly: The dense thicket created by Sea Buckthorn provides excellent shelter for birds and small mammals. The berries are a valuable food source for various birds during the winter months, attracting wildlife to your garden.

Drought and salt tolerance: This hardy shrub is highly adaptable, thriving in poor, sandy soils and coastal areas. Its deep root system allows it to withstand drought conditions and salt exposure, making it ideal for challenging landscapes.

Erosion control: The extensive root system of Sea Buckthorn helps stabilise soil and prevent erosion, making it a suitable choice for planting on slopes or coastal areas.

Aesthetic appeal: With its bright orange berries and attractive foliage, Sea Buckthorn adds vibrant colour and texture to your garden throughout the year, providing visual interest in all seasons.

Pruning Advice

To maintain a healthy and well-structured Sea Buckthorn hedge, regular pruning is essential. The best time to prune is in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased branches, and thin out crowded areas to improve air circulation. A light trim can help maintain the desired shape and promote denser growth. If the hedge becomes overgrown, consider a more significant cutback, but be cautious not to remove too much wood at once, as this can stress the plant. After pruning, ensure that you clean your tools to prevent the spread of disease.

With its striking berries, ecological benefits, and low maintenance requirements, a Sea Buckthorn hedge is an excellent choice for enhancing the beauty and biodiversity of your garden.

Further Information

Planting distances are largely a matter of preference. For bare root plants, spacing them at 3 plants per meter is sufficient, 5 plants is optimal, and 7 plants in a double staggered row will result in a denser hedge more quickly. Generally, smaller plants should be planted at a higher density. For cell-grown plants, spacing at 4 plants per meter in a single row or ideally 6 plants per meter in a staggered row is recommended.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £7.99 charge.

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