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Old 14-02-2007, 09:09 AM
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Re: What kind of hedge?

As Aeshna has said a mix is good.Berbris is extremely thorny and the thorns last for years in the soil,my son fell into a bush and was stuck through like a pin cushion, we removed over 60 thorns before taking him for medical assistence(they also pierce Kevlar bike tyres)
It is a very good protective hedging and the insect life drawn to its flowers is as stated
Eucalyptus is also a good draw for bees etc.when in bloom and can be used in a hedge
Do not forget Buddliah and Lilac
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