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5 Flowing Hedges for Your Home
When there is talk of flowing hedges; the
first thing that comes to mind is beauty. The five favorite
flowing hedges all happen to be flowering varieties. Flowering
hedges are perhaps so popular because they add brightness and
instant beauty to your property. They typically bloom in spring
and summer seasons. Although they are all considered flowering,
they do range in size, fragrance, and colors. If you are looking
for lovely flowing hedges to add to your existing landscape,
consider one of these five favorites.
Bonica Rose
The Bonica Rose has nationally been named the world’s favorite
rose in the past. This beautiful plant is so popular because
it looks wonderful and also provides the benefits of a hedge.
The species is very easy to grow, making it a favorite of gardeners
of all skill levels. The hedge is also very hardy and rarely
gets diseased. Although they are not overwhelmingly fragrant,
the species does put off a soft scent. With bright pink blooms,
this hedge is likely to stay on the top of many “best” lists
for years to come.
Spiraeas
If you want to enjoy the beauty of your hedge, but are also
interested in attracting wildlife to your area, try the Spiraeas.
This lovely hedge is great for attracting butterflies. They
love the varying colors of the hedge, which range from white
to yellow and pink. The blooms are indeed lovely and the true
attracting point for butterflies, however they are only slightly
fragrant. The butterflies love them most because the blooms
will start to appear in June and continue to come and go throughout
the entire summer. Although these types of flowering hedges
are some of the most gorgeous, they do not get very tall. The
average height for a mature Spiraeas hedge is between two and
four feet.
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince
If you are looking for a lovely early blooming hedge, the
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is what you need. This hedge
will always be one of the first to bloom in your yard. The
interesting thing about this plant is that bright red blooms
appear first, followed by green foliage. Another great aspect
is that they bear apple-like fruit, which tends to attract
local wildlife. These hardy plants are lovely to see and add
brightness to your yard at the beginning of blooming season.
They are the perfect way to get things started.
Burning Bush
One of the most popular and familiar varieties of flowering
hedges is the Burning Bush. This bush, named properly for its
red color, is a great choice for any yard or property. The
fun thing about the Burning Bush is that it changes color through
the seasons. In the summer, the Burning Bush is dark green.
In the fall, the bush is crimson. The Burning Bush is one of
the easiest hedges to grow. It spreads quickly and can thrive
almost anywhere. You can find these hedges in regular and dwarf
varieties, making them as versatile as ever.
Rose Of Sharon
Last, but definitely not least, is the Rose of Sharon. This
amazing hedge can provide excellent coverage for your property
while adding beauty at the same time. The Rose of Sharon begins
to blooms its wonderful double blooms in August. The blooms
can be red, white, blue, or pink. The blooms are such a welcome
in late summer and early fall because so many plants will have
already bloomed by this point. The Rose of Sharon may be one
of the only bloomers in your yard at this time. This hedge
can grow to be 8 feet tall and works well in both sunny and
partial shaded areas.
If you are looking to add flowing hedges to your home, strongly
consider these flowering varieties. They are among the most
beautiful hedges available and will not only provide all of
the same benefits of a traditional hedge, but will also provide
color and beauty for you and your family to enjoy. So, check
out these five favorites and see which one suits your tastes
and the style of your yard the best! Once you see the results
of adding them to your property, you will likely want to add
more each year.
