Blackthorn (Hedging) | Thompson & Morgan

Plant Size Height Up to 400cm (157.5in)
Spread Up to 400cm (157.5in)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Tree

Ideal For hedgeslow maintenance gardenwoodland garden

Position In Full sun

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Well known as a Sloe bush when seen growing in our natural hedgerows, this Blackthorn hedging makes a good, strong and reliable screen. Covered in white flowers in late spring, then turning to the black rounded berries in autumn. The foliage is dense and the branches are thorny, making it an excellent protection or deterrent hedge too. Height: 4m (13'). Spread: 4m (13'). Planting Distance: 25cm (10"). (4 plants per metre for a single line hedge).

For instant impact try one of one of our innovative trough-grown hedges! Each trough contains a 1 metre length of pre-planted hedging to create a mature looking hedge from the very moment it is planted. With well-established root systems, you’ll find that trough-grown hedges are correctly spaced, making them much easier to plant. The healthy framework of branches are nicely knitted together, and can be trimmed to the ideal height immediately after planting. Better still, you can plant them all year round, so long as adequate irrigation is provided. If planting is delayed then trough-grown hedges can be easily maintained until you are ready, without the need for ‘heeling in’.

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Codes
100 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (KC1990)
50 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (T74532P)
1000 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (T74517P)
500 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (T74516P)
10 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (KC1957)
10 x 1 meter trough potted hedging plants (KB4424)
5 x 1 meter trough potted hedging plants (KB4412)
1 x 1 meter trough potted hedging plants (KB4400)
5 x 2 litre potted hedging plant (KB3268)
1 x 2 litre potted hedging plant (KB3253)
25 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (KB0022)
1 bare root hedging plant (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (70282)
1 rootrainer plug hedging plant (KC7153)
5 rootrainer plug hedging plants (KC7259)
10 rootrainer plug hedging plants (KC7260)

How to Grow

Plant Blackthorn in any moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Incorporate plenty of compost or well-rotted manure prior to planting. Ideally grown in full sun.

These plants are lifted from the nursery field when dormant, and sent to you in late autumn or spring for planting. They often look dead on arrival, but they are just resting in the dormant period and will establish quickly for a strong start in the garden come spring. Set out in prepared soil in holes wide enough and deep enough to lay out the roots. Tread down the planting soil to knock out air pockets. Water well to settle. Apply a mulch to protect roots from cold temperatures. If conditions prevent immediate planting, set roughly into loose soil or a pot of compost (‘heeling in’) to protect the roots. Set these at the same level as they were in the nursery field – you should see a soil line at the base of the stem. Stake trees, taller shrubs and roses to prevent root disturbance.

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Water regularly until fully established. Blackthorn require little aftercare. Simply remove any diseased, damaged or crossing shoots to maintain a healthy framework. Apply a mulch of well rotted manure or compost around the base of the plants in spring, taking care not to mound mulch up against the stems.

Delivery

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

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