Prunus Spinosa (Blackthorn) [40-60cm]

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Blackthorn is a dense, somewhat prickly, native, deciduous hedging plant. Blackthorn blossoms very early, brightening up hedgerows at a dull time of year, with masses of pure white flowers carried on...

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Height: 60-90cm

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Blackthorn is a dense, somewhat prickly, native, deciduous hedging plant. Blackthorn blossoms very early, brightening up hedgerows at a dull time of year, with masses of pure white flowers carried on its black stems. It then has mid to dark green oval-shaped leaves throughout the summer and its fruit are called sloes and are like small damsons.

  • The density of Blackthorn is excellent for providing shelter for birds and other wildlife
  • Blackthorn hedge plants are suitable for most soils (including coastal), even poor soils and heavy soils `as long as it is not grown in a waterlogged situation.
  • It likes a sunny position and is not suitable for full shade

Consider adding the following products to your order:

  • Trees (2 for every 25m of hedge)
  • Mycorrhizal Fungi Rootgrow (1kg per 340 plants)
  • Spiral Tree Guards & Bamboo Canes (1 per plant)

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