Establishment and Maintenance of Hedges and Borders

1. Establishment and Maintenance
of
Hedges and Borders
AG 2201 - Landscaping and Turf Management
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2. Benefits of Living Screens & Hedges
• Provide privacy
• Screen unsightly elements
• Buffer against wind
• Noise and odor abatement
• Dust reduction
• Improve water and air quality
• Energy conservation
• Wildlife habitat
• Increase species diversity
• Beautify the landscape
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3. Tall protective hedges
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4. Dwarf protective hedges
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5. Ornamental hedges
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6. Tall ornamental hedges
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7. Establishment of hedge
Soil preparation
• Prepare the ground by digging over
a strip 60-90cm
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8. Establishment of hedge
Planting
the row planting/staggered double row
Trim back damaged roots to healthy growth
Work soil between the roots, firm plants
Mulch
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9. Establishment of hedge
Aftercare
• Ensure plants are well-watered
during dry
• Top-dress annually with a general-
purpose fertilizer
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