Blackthorn Hedge Plants

Description Blackthorn Hedge Plants Blackthorn hedge plants are similar to Whitethorn hedging in that it is a Fast-growing traditional thorny hedging ideal for farms as is robust and stockproof. It also encourages wildlife and birds and is suitable for most soil types including coastal areas. These plants are One of the approved species in the newly launched REAP scheme and Green Acres schemes for planting on farms to improve ecosystems and biodiversity. Plants can be mixed into Native hedgerows to increase flowering species, provide food and shelter to animals, improve soil quality, and provide dense stockproofing in fields. Learn more about our Native Nursery. Type: Fast Growing Soil: Any well drained soil. Status: Hardy in cold weather. Position: Sun or light shade Flowering: Blossom in spring and sloes in Autumn.