Planting

Hedges that lose leafs in the winter are sold without soil around the root area. The best time for planting them is October-November period. On the other hand, coniferous hedges are usually sold with their own soil and they need to be set in ground at the end of August or April. Before any plants are set in their place, any rotten roots need to be removed. If shrubs are planted close to each other, instead of individual holes, one common trench. The general rule says that if a hedge is to be 2 meters high, shrubs need to be planted 25-30 cm apart. After the plants are set in the ground, they need to be covered with top soil that is made up of garden earth and either compost or organic fertilizer in 1:1 ratio. Plants need to hold firmly in the ground which should be tight so there are no air pockets in the root area. Freshly planted shrubs have to be watered heavily and covered with organic material-shredded bark, peat or freshly cut grass. Such a layer will hold moisture for a longer period.  

Nursing

Fertilizing is one of the most important factors in hedge nursing process. There is an excess of plants in a small area so nutrients are indispensable. In early spring full mineral fertilization needs to be utilized-50g for every 1 m2. In June half of that dose is used. During drought it is crucial to water hedges properly. Coniferous shrubs should be additionally watered in late autumn and early winter when the ground is not frozen yet. 

Cutting

Hedges are often cut to form many original shapes. Yew-tree and boxwood are the two types that can be cut easily and will not show any negative after effects. Many other types do not to be cut at all. Most shrubs should be pruned occasionally to remove excessive and dead sprouts. Hedges made of shrubs that lose their leafs need to be cut in June. Newly set ones cannot be cut until 1 year after planting. All other plants are usually cut in August or in early spring, just before they start sprouting. Generally all hedges should be trimmed so it is wider at the bottom and thicker on the top. The best solution is to cut in a shape resembling trapezium with the bottom base being 10cm wider.