Home About Services Areas Our Work Reviews Specials Contact 07455 716463Get Free Quote - Home/ - Services/ - Hedge Planting Hedges # Hedge PlantingAcross Stafford& Staffordshire. New hedges supplied and planted properly — bare-root for value, container-grown for speed, mixed native for wildlife or formal yew for impact. Call 07455 716463Get a Free Quote ✓ Quality nursery stock · Bare-root from £15/m · £1m insured 15+ Years Experience 500+ Jobs Completed £1m Insured NPTC Qualified Emergency Line ## What is Hedge Planting? A new hedge is one of the most cost-effective boundary treatments — cheaper than fencing over time, better for wildlife, lasting decades. We supply and plant hedge stock across Staffordshire, from native mixed for rural boundaries to formal yew for high-impact garden divisions. Bare-root planting (Nov–March) gives the best value and establishment. Container-grown stock allows year-round planting at higher cost. All planting includes site preparation, stock supply, planting, mulching and first-year aftercare guidance. ### Who It's For - Homeowners replacing fences with hedges - Rural properties needing wildlife boundaries - Estates planting shelter belts - Anyone formalising a boundary ### When It's Needed - Old fence is failing and needs replacing - Wildlife corridor or rural boundary required - Privacy screen wanted from natural planting - Existing hedge has died and needs replanting ## What Happens If You Leave It Wrong species choice means a hedge that takes 10 years to fill in — or one that grows out of control within 5 years. Right species, right spacing, right care gets you a useful hedge in 3 years. Cheap whips dumped in a trench rarely establish. Properly prepared planting positions, quality stock and post-planting care get you 95%+ survival vs the 50% you get from corner-cutting. ## Our 5-Step Process 01 ### Free Site Inspection We visit, listen and assess access, hazards and surrounding structures before quoting a single penny. 02 ### Written Diagnosis & Quote You get a clear scope of works, fixed price and method statement — usually within 24 hours of the visit. 03 ### Scheduled Visit We agree a date that suits you, confirm the day before and arrive on time with the right kit and crew. 04 ### Safe Execution Risk assessments and permits handled. Roping, rigging and cutting carried out to NPTC and BS 3998 standards. 05 ### Clearance & Sign-Off All arisings removed (or chipped/logged for you), site swept clean, photos sent and invoice issued. ## Why Choose RJ Hutchinson ### Right Species Selection Native, formal, screening or wildlife — matched to your needs. ### Quality Nursery Stock Sourced from established UK growers. ### Proper Site Prep Soil improved, weed-cleared, mulched. ### Correct Spacing Density and offset right for the species and effect wanted. ### Aftercare Guidance Watering, weeding and first-year cutting plan. ### Great Value vs Fencing Cheaper over 10 years, better long-term. ## Hedge Planting: The Full Detail ### Species Choices Native mixed (hawthorn, blackthorn, hazel, field maple, wild rose): best for wildlife, fastest growth, traditional rural look. From £15/m bare-root. Beech and hornbeam: classic formal hedge with year-round leaf retention (russet brown in winter). Slower establishment but premium look. £25–£40/m. Yew: highest impact formal hedge, very slow but dense, virtually permanent. £80–£150/m. Privet: fast formal hedge, evergreen, easy to manage. £20–£35/m. Laurel: fast evergreen screening, dense and glossy. £30–£50/m. ### Bare-Root vs Container Bare-root (lifted from the field, sold without soil): Nov–March planting only, much cheaper, excellent establishment when handled properly. Best value by far for native and beech/hornbeam. Container-grown: any time of year, more expensive (2–3× bare-root), instant visual presence, slower root establishment. Best for instant impact or out-of-season planting. Every job is covered by £1m Public Liability Insurance and carried out under method statements and risk assessments tailored to your site. ## Hedge Planting — Frequently Asked Questions What's the best time to plant?+Bare-root: November–March. Container-grown: year-round. How much does hedge planting cost?+Native mixed bare-root: from £15/m. Beech/hornbeam: £25–£40/m. Yew: £80–£150/m. How quickly does it become a hedge?+Native: 3–4 years to functional hedge. Beech: 5–7 years. Yew: 10+ years. How dense should I plant?+Single row at 3–5/m for native; double row staggered for thicker / faster results. Do you guarantee survival?+Survival warranty available with aftercare contract. Will you remove the old fence/hedge?+Yes — combined service available. What aftercare is needed?+Weekly watering through first 2 summers; annual cutting from year 2. Are you insured?+Fully — £1m PL. ## Related Services Hedges ### Hedge Trimming Clearance & Ground Work ### Fence Line Clearance Tree Surgery & Climbing ### Tree Planting & Establishment Clearance & Ground Work ### Site Clearance Tree Surgeon StaffordAll Tree ServicesService AreasFree Quote ## Ready For a Free Quote on Hedge Planting? Free site visit, fixed-price written quote, no pressure. Call directly or send a few details — most quotes back within 24 hours. 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