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Old 18-06-2007, 05:08 PM posted to uk.rec.gardening
Nick Maclaren Nick Maclaren is offline
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Default Copper beech hedge


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"TheScullster" writes:
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| In any case, I opted for a mixed hedge which is both evergreen, colourful
| and IMHO more "interesting".
| This comprises: escallonia, ceanothus, illeagnus, honey suckle, photinia and
| one or two others.

Is an illeagnus an eleagnus that is a bit poorly :-)

I would also recommend bay for a mixed hedge in areas where that lot
will grow. It has moderately attractive flowers and is useful and
evergreen (and takes hard pruning, which is why I was reminded of it).


Regards,
Nick Maclaren.