As environmental awareness grows in our community, many popular hedging plants are becoming less popular. Many traditional hedging plants are now classified as environmental weeds and their use should be avoided.

Westringia fruticosa used formally to create impact and to blend a water tank and pump into the landscape

At Wariapendi we believe hedging plants should look good, be sustainable, and provide ecological benefits.

Hedging plants are commonly used to provide privacy and to hide unsightly structures and other eyesores. They also provide a rich palette for creative designs.

Hedges can be formal or informal. Formal hedges require regular pruning to maintain vigor and function. They are usually planted closely in single rows.

Callistemon ‘Endeavour’ kept pruned to provide a low hedge

Flowering cycles are generally disrupted by pruning, resulting in foliage-only displays. Informal hedges are usually planted with mixed species, have multiple layers and are planted at wider spacing to reduce maintenance. As flowering cycles are not interrupted by regular pruning, an abundance of flowers and birds can also be enjoyed.