Thorn-free native hedging is a great way to create a beautiful, wildlife-friendly boundary without worrying about prickly surprises. They’re perfect for a safe, snag-free environment, plus, they’re a win for nature, giving birds and pollinators a source of food and habitat in which they can thrive. Whether you want to spruce up your garden or add a natural touch to a bigger space, thorn-free native hedging is a simple, eco-friendly choice. Unique features include yellow catkins in spring, fruits and nuts in autumn and beautiful autumnal colour *May not be suitable for pets or grazing animals due to containing Wild Cherry. Crab Apple can sometimes have protrusions on the branches but not sharp thorns like Blackthorn or Hawthorn.  

Thorn free native hedging also offers a lower maintenance option than traditional hedging,  being well-adapted to local conditions and hardy in the UK, thus needing less pruning and care, so you can enjoy the beauty of a natural hedge, without lots of upkeep.

Suitable for planting in either sheltered or exposed locations which can be inland or mild coastal areas, and it will grow best in sunny conditions although it will tolerate partial shade. This hedging will grow at an average to fast rate of 30-60cm a year and will do well in most fertile soils except for very wet.