The Growers Choice: Countryside Stewardship Hedging Mix BN11

The Growers Choice: Countryside Stewardship Hedging Mix BN11

Stewardship Hedging Solutions

Unlock the ecological and financial potential of your land with Countryside Stewardship Hedging Mix, supported by UK Government Countryside Stewardship incentives. Designed to meet the requirements for both BN7 and BN11 grants, our carefully curated hedging mixes are perfect for creating sustainable, biodiverse habitats.

Why Choose Our Hedging Mix?

Our native hedging solutions are tailored to meet the Countryside Stewardship mid-tier, higher-tier, and capital grant criteria. For the BN7 and BN11 grants.

With over 100 years of experience supplying plants nationwide, you can trust the experts.

Key Features:

  • Compliant with Government Grants: Fully aligns with BN7 and BN11 requirements.
  • Premium Plant Quality: All plants are 2-year-old transplants (45-60cm), ensuring they meet the specified height and quality criteria, grown by us, one of the UK’s largest commercial nurseries.
  • Optimal Planting Period: Plant between November 1st and March 31st to maximize success and comply with grant guidelines.
  • Additional plants – Can be purchased from £0.30p per plant + vat
  • Open a trade accountOpen an account with us for trade prices
  •  The grant application and planting are the responsibility of the landowner.

What’s Included in Our Mix?

Our standard hedging mix will feature a base of 60% Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) and a minimum of four additional native species, such as:

  • Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa)
  • Hazel (Corylus avellana)
  • Field Maple (Acer campestre)
  • Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea)
  • Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris)
  • Dog Rose (Rosa canina)
  • Guelder Rose (Viburnum opulus)
  • Beech (Fagus sylvatica)

Varieties are subject to availability and will be supplied in bundles of 25.

Need a custom mix? Contact our sales team for a bespoke quote tailored to your landscape needs.

Planting Guidelines

Our hedging mix is designed for optimal density, with six plants per metre, arranged in a staggered double row to ensure a dense and healthy hedge. Below is a guide to help you estimate the number of plants needed for different hedge lengths:

  • 100m Hedge: 600 plants
  • 250m Hedge: 1,500 plants
  • 500m Hedge: 3,000 plants
  • 750m Hedge: 4,500 plants
  • 1,000m Hedge: 6,000 plants
  • 2,500m Hedge: 15,000 plants

Use this guide to plan your hedging projects effectively.

Tree Protection Options

We offer hedging mixes with or without tree protection. For areas without rabbit fencing, we recommend adding tree guards and canes for optimal growth. Biodegradable options are also available upon request.

Delivery Information

As our hedging plants are bare root, delivery depends on seasonal conditions. Shipping begins in mid to late November, with prior notification provided.

Countryside Stewardship Hedging Requirements

To qualify for Countryside Stewardship grants, hedging must adhere to specific planting and maintenance guidelines:

  • Plant Density: A minimum of 6 plants per metre, arranged in a staggered double row with 40cm between rows.
  • Planting Season: Must be planted between 1st November and 31st March to meet grant criteria.
  • Weed Management: Keep the hedge weed-free for the first two years to promote healthy growth.
  • Tree Guards and Fencing: Any protective measures, such as guards or fencing, should remain in place until the hedge is fully established.

Find out about eligibility and requirements for the schemes below:

Countryside Stewardship grants – BN11

Countryside Stewardship grants – BN7 

Please note that we do not handle grant applications. 

Next steps

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Posted 7th Nov 4:16pm