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The video from Garden Ninja provides a comprehensive guide on how to lay a hedge to enhance garden design and offer wind protection, highlighting environmental benefits over fencing. The presenter demonstrates step-by-step procedures, starting with selecting and preparing the site using essential tools such as canes, a trundle wheel, and a garden spade. They emphasize the importance of accurate measurements for spacing and the manual or machine-assisted removal of turf, repurposing it into fertile loam.
Subsequent stages involve cultivating the soil, often using a petrol-powered cultivator, and carefully digging holes for planting Grisilenia, an evergreen hedge chosen for its suitability in windy conditions and easy maintenance. Key planting techniques include ensuring proper root health, precise placement of plants, firm soil packing to prevent air pockets, and not burying plants too deeply to avoid stem rot. The final steps cover mulching and regular watering with a seep hose for optimal growth. The presenter concludes by inviting viewers to subscribe for more gardening advice and tutorials.
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In this part of the video, the presenter from Garden Ninja is demonstrating how to lay a hedge. They explain the different methods and styles of plants ranging from bare roots to pot-grown plants. Several essential tools for planting a hedge are highlighted, including canes for measuring distances, a trundle wheel, a tape measure, a strong garden fork, a garden spade, and a wheelbarrow. The presenter is in their garden, planning to install a hedge to protect against strong winds and to enhance the garden’s design later. They advocate for using hedges over fences for environmental benefits, as hedges can host various wildlife while baffling the wind. The presenter has chosen Grisilenia, an evergreen variety suitable for windy conditions. This plant was selected for its winter color, ease of maintenance, and adaptability to the garden’s environment.
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In this part of the video, the speaker provides detailed instructions on preparing the ground for planting a hedge. They emphasize the importance of measuring accurately to determine the number of plants required, using tools like a trundle wheel and a cane for marking distances and spacing. The speaker demonstrates how to manually remove the top layer of turf using a sharp spade, a labor-intensive but effective method. For larger areas, they suggest using a machine for faster results. The removed turf can be repurposed: laying it upside down to decompose into rich loam. Finally, after turf removal, the ground must be cultivated, with machinery preferred for large areas.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses using a petrol-powered cultivator to prepare the ground for planting. After three passes, the soil is broken into a fine crumb structure which aids in drainage. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not over-cultivating, as it can damage soil structure and harm plants. For ground that hasn’t been cultivated in about 20 years, a petrol cultivator is efficient. The next steps involve using a fork and spade to measure and dig holes for planting Grisilenias, ensuring correct distances between plants using resources like the RHS website. The process involves marking plant positions, digging holes twice the pot’s width and depth, loosening the soil for root establishment, and carefully placing the plants. The speaker also mentions different planting techniques for bare-root plants, which are cost-effective but require a different approach.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses preparing and planting a new plant. Key actions include examining the plant roots, breaking up the root ball slightly, and ensuring the plant is not buried too deeply to avoid stem rot. The presenter stresses the importance of packing soil firmly around the plant’s base using the back of a heel to prevent air pockets and ensure good contact with the soil. It’s advised not to mix compost into the trench but to use quality topsoil and subsoil instead, and to mulch afterwards. After planting, the presenter mentions the necessity of watering the new hedge regularly, particularly using a seep hose for consistent irrigation. Finally, the presenter invites viewers to subscribe to their YouTube channel for more gardening tips and tutorials.