{"title":"Yew Hedging Root Ball","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"fb8zhx\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"48\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYew Root Ball Hedging Pre-Orders Now Open\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"i16uhu\" data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"111\"\u003ePremium Evergreen Yew Hedging – Available October to March\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"389\"\u003eYew (\u003cem data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"133\"\u003eTaxus baccata\u003c\/em\u003e) is widely regarded as one of the finest evergreen hedging plants available. With its rich dark green foliage, exceptional longevity and ability to create a beautifully dense formal hedge, Yew has been used in British gardens and landscapes for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"681\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"412\"\u003eroot ball Yew\u003c\/strong\u003e is field-grown for several years before being carefully lifted during the dormant season with an intact ball of soil surrounding the roots. This allows you to purchase mature, high-quality plants at a significantly lower cost than equivalent container-grown specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eAvailable exclusively between \u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eOctober and March\u003c\/strong\u003e, root ball Yew is the ideal choice for creating an elegant, long-lasting hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"819\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1pll9m7\" data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eWhy Pre-Order Your Yew Hedging?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"983\"\u003eOur Yew is lifted fresh from the field each autumn, with the finest plants available from the very first lifting of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eBy pre-ordering now, you'll benefit from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1blebkw\" data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e✔ Priority access to freshly lifted field-grown plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hgzrhl\" data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e✔ The widest choice of sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nsf3ik\" data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e✔ Guaranteed availability before the busy planting season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yi2r3b\" data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e✔ Exclusive pre-order offers before lifting begins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eLarger grades take many years to grow and are produced in limited quantities, making early ordering highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"clrcq4\" data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eWhy Choose Root Ball Yew?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eField-grown Yew develops naturally over many years, producing a dense branching structure and a strong fibrous root system before lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eRoot ball plants provide exceptional value, allowing you to establish an instant, premium hedge with mature plants at a much lower cost than large container-grown specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1npzhv5\" data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eLarger plants for less money\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6d6i3x\" data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eFreshly lifted field-grown stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12zpptk\" data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003eStrong, well-developed root systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x5rypk\" data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eExcellent establishment when planted correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v3dd3e\" data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eBeautiful year-round evergreen screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10hr7ln\" data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eLong-lived, low-maintenance hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003eWith proper planting and aftercare, Yew establishes steadily and develops into one of the finest hedges you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"nbnu87\" data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003eWhy Choose Yew Hedging?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eYew is considered the gold standard for evergreen hedging thanks to its beauty, resilience and remarkable lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003eIt offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y7n1gv\" data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003eRich dark green evergreen foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gr96ub\" data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003eExtremely dense growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d1tyej\" data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003eOutstanding privacy and screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1479jqo\" data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eSlow, controlled growth for easy maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gnff4a\" data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003eExcellent tolerance of hard pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gor2bz\" data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eExceptional longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ryrj11\" data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eIdeal for formal and traditional gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nhtl5d\" data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eNative to the UK and excellent for wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2683\"\u003eUnlike many conifers, Yew will regenerate from old wood, making it one of the few evergreen hedging plants that can be renovated if it becomes overgrown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"4l8qof\" data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003ePlanting Root Ball Yew\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2790\"\u003eRoot ball Yew should always be planted as soon as possible after delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"w544kk\" data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003e1. Prepare the Ground\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2947\"\u003eDig a planting trench or individual holes wider than each rootball and loosen the surrounding soil to encourage new root growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1layjst\" data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"2974\"\u003e2. Position the Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"3124\"\u003ePlace each rootball so the top sits level with the surrounding soil surface. Avoid planting too deeply, as this can reduce successful establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"x0wg5v\" data-start=\"3126\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003e3. Leave the Hessian On\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3347\"\u003eDo \u003cstrong data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e remove the hessian or wire basket. These materials are designed to hold the rootball together during planting and will naturally decompose over time, allowing roots to grow through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15p9pko\" data-start=\"3349\" data-end=\"3364\"\u003e4. Backfill\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3452\"\u003eRefill using the excavated soil, firm gently around the rootball and water thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3457\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1kwcq8d\" data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3478\"\u003eSoil and Position\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3480\" data-end=\"3564\"\u003eYew grows well in a wide range of conditions but performs best in well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3579\"\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16xa5ph\" data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003eChalk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j3uiw7\" data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003eLoam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10jzd9f\" data-start=\"3596\" data-end=\"3609\"\u003eSandy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19x0w8h\" data-start=\"3610\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003eWell-drained clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3631\" data-end=\"3645\"\u003eIt thrives in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3647\" data-end=\"3720\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eg16nn\" data-start=\"3647\" data-end=\"3657\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fqyu3k\" data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"3673\"\u003ePartial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s31erk\" data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3686\"\u003eFull shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ge5nyl\" data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3720\"\u003eSheltered and exposed locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3722\" data-end=\"3873\"\u003eYew does \u003cstrong data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3738\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e like prolonged waterlogging, so heavy clay soils should be improved with organic matter or grit to encourage drainage before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"3878\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1nvbt87\" data-start=\"3880\" data-end=\"3891\"\u003eAftercare\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3893\" data-end=\"3953\"\u003eGood aftercare during the first growing season is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3955\" data-end=\"3968\"\u003eWe recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3970\" data-end=\"4337\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d8yedx\" data-start=\"3970\" data-end=\"4016\"\u003eWater thoroughly immediately after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"72kfv3\" data-start=\"4017\" data-end=\"4100\"\u003eContinue deep watering throughout the first spring and summer during dry weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a6e6oq\" data-start=\"4101\" data-end=\"4170\"\u003eWater slowly so moisture penetrates the full depth of the rootball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13o0aka\" data-start=\"4171\" data-end=\"4230\"\u003eApply mulch around the base to help retain soil moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"129p1dc\" data-start=\"4231\" data-end=\"4278\"\u003eKeep grass and weeds clear around each plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"53y2zr\" data-start=\"4279\" data-end=\"4337\"\u003eStake taller specimens if required to prevent wind rock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4339\" data-end=\"4486\"\u003eYew establishes more slowly than faster-growing hedging plants, but once rooted it is exceptionally resilient and requires very little maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4488\" data-end=\"4491\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"5y0vyy\" data-start=\"4493\" data-end=\"4514\"\u003ePruning Yew Hedging\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4516\" data-end=\"4611\"\u003eYew responds exceptionally well to pruning and is one of the easiest evergreen hedges to shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4613\" data-end=\"4630\"\u003eFor best results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4632\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13yn099\" data-start=\"4632\" data-end=\"4673\"\u003eTrim once each year during late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gp1s90\" data-start=\"4674\" data-end=\"4740\"\u003eFormal hedges can be lightly clipped twice annually if required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y55o93\" data-start=\"4741\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003eYew will regenerate from old wood, making it ideal for long-term maintenance and renovation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4837\" data-end=\"4840\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"98f1cz\" data-start=\"4842\" data-end=\"4870\"\u003eYew Root Ball Hedging FAQs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1atwry8\" data-start=\"4872\" data-end=\"4908\"\u003eWhen is root ball Yew available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4910\" data-end=\"5000\"\u003eRoot ball Yew is available between \u003cstrong data-start=\"4945\" data-end=\"4966\"\u003eOctober and March\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the plants remain dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"eu2yj1\" data-start=\"5002\" data-end=\"5034\"\u003eShould I remove the hessian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5036\" data-end=\"5197\"\u003eNo. Leave both the hessian and any wire basket intact. They naturally break down after planting while helping to keep the rootball together during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1m1m4x7\" data-start=\"5199\" data-end=\"5232\"\u003eCan Yew be planted in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5234\" data-end=\"5324\"\u003eYes. Winter is the ideal planting season, provided the ground isn't frozen or waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1m87mdi\" data-start=\"5326\" data-end=\"5361\"\u003eHow much watering will it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5363\" data-end=\"5580\"\u003eWater thoroughly immediately after planting and continue deep watering throughout the first growing season. During warm or dry periods, two or three deep soakings each week will help the plants establish successfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rt1ooj\" data-start=\"5582\" data-end=\"5614\"\u003eIs root ball Yew guaranteed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5616\" data-end=\"5922\"\u003eRoot ball plants are freshly lifted from the field and rely on correct planting, suitable soil conditions and good aftercare for successful establishment. Because factors such as weather, planting depth, watering and soil conditions are outside our control, root ball hedging is supplied without guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5924\" data-end=\"5927\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"a47z2u\" data-start=\"5929\" data-end=\"5976\"\u003eReserve Your Yew Root Ball Hedging Today\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5978\" data-end=\"6216\"\u003eYew is one of the most prestigious and long-lasting hedging plants you can grow. \u003cstrong data-start=\"6059\" data-end=\"6076\"\u003ePre-order now\u003c\/strong\u003e to secure the freshest field-grown stock, enjoy the widest choice of sizes and ensure priority availability when lifting begins in October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6218\" data-end=\"6446\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWhether you're creating a formal garden, planting an elegant boundary or investing in a hedge that will last for generations, our premium root ball Yew offers outstanding quality, timeless beauty and exceptional long-term value\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yew-or-taxus-baccata-ball-70-75cm-root-ball","title":"Yew Or Taxus Baccata Ball 70\/75cm Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003eTaxus baccata Ball – Timeless Evergreen Structure for Formal Gardens\u003cbr\u003eThe Taxus baccata Ball, or Yew Ball, is a classic topiary form crafted from English Yew, a native evergreen renowned for its dense, dark green foliage and exceptional longevity. With its tightly clipped spherical shape, this plant brings elegance, permanence, and architectural structure to gardens of all styles. 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