{"title":"Fast Growing Hedges","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"category-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFast growing hedges for quick privacy and screening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast growing hedging\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal when you need to establish privacy, shelter or boundaries as quickly as possible. These hedge plants are chosen for their ability to put on strong annual growth, helping gardens feel enclosed and established in a short space of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose fast growing hedging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapid screening for privacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick boundary definition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for new gardens and developments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide choice of evergreen and semi-evergreen options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDifferent types of fast growing hedges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast growth can come from different hedge types, each suited to slightly different needs. Common fast growing options include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaurel hedges\u003c\/strong\u003e – broad-leaf evergreens with dense coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConifer hedges\u003c\/strong\u003e – upright growth and strong annual extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBamboo hedges\u003c\/strong\u003e – tall, narrow screening in limited spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast is “fast growing”?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth speed varies by species, soil conditions and maintenance, but fast growing hedges typically add \u003cstrong\u003e30–60cm per year\u003c\/strong\u003e once established. Regular watering and feeding in the early years will help maximise growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the right fast growing hedge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore selecting a fast growing hedge, consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable width and final height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen vs deciduous preference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance and trimming requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposure to wind or coastal conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrowse fast growing hedges by type\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/laurel-hedging\"\u003eLaurel Hedging\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/conifer-hedging\"\u003eConifer Hedging\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bamboo-hedging\"\u003eBamboo Hedging\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed help choosing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page is designed to help you decide which type of fast growing hedge best suits your garden. Once you’ve chosen a category, explore the relevant collection for plant sizes, spacing and availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a full overview of all hedge types, including slower growing and decorative options, visit our main \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hedging\"\u003eHedging Plants\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why choose fast growing hedging?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"- Rapid screening for privacy - Quick boundary definition - Ideal for new gardens and developments - Wide choice of evergreen and semi-evergreen options\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How fast is \\\"fast growing\\\"?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Growth speed varies by species, soil conditions and maintenance, but fast growing hedges typically add 30–60cm per year once established. 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