Guelder Rose Hedging

Guelder rose is a deciduous shrub with a broad, three lobed, serrated edge leaf with grey branches. Produces creamy/white flower clusters which turn into bright red/black berries.

Birds, particularly bullfinch and mistle thrush enjoy the berries whilst lots of wildlife enjoy the bushes for shelter and homes.

Also known as dogberry, water elder, cramp bark, snowball tree and European cranberry bush.

• Plant 18" (45 cm) apart.
• Ultimate height 13 feet (4 metres). Can be trimmed to any height above 3 feet (90 cm). 
• Average annual growth rate 2 feet (60 cm).
• Ultimate width 8 feet (2.5 metres) plus. Can be trimmed to any width over 2 feet (60 cm).
• Grows well in most soil types (including chalky and clay) except those prone to laying wet.
• Suitable for most aspects from full sun to shade.
• Suitable for most coastal areas.
• Suitable for exposed/windy positions.
• Plant autumn/winter/spring.

Cultivation Guidance

On Arrival

• We often trim the tops to ensure basal branching and for the hedge to grow thick before dispatch.
• Remember growing in a shady position will reduce the growth of the plants.
• A mulch of spent mushroom compost or well rotted manure planting is beneficial.
• Do not use any stimulants or bonemeal at planting time.

Aftercare

• Once well established this hedge can be cut by conventional hedge trimmers, but only in winter before the birds start nesting.