Description
Properties of Hawthorn Hedge Plants
Hawthorn Hedge plants, commonly known as Whitethorn Hedge plants are a common sight in Farms around Ireland.
Planted for their fast growing properties along with their hardy nature makes them a first choice in this setting.
They are often mixed with other flowering Native hedge plants.
Hawthorn plants are thorny making them a deterrent for Livestock and this is why they are the number one choice for stock-proofing hedges.
White flowers in May followed but bright red berries later in Autumn makes them a valuable food source in the ecosystem.
Fibrous spreading roots also makes them ideal for improving soil health and condition.
Plants are usually planted in a staggered double row with 6 plants per metre or in a single row, 3 plants per metre.
Hawthorn are on the approved list of species for the ACRES Scheme

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