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The Ancient
and/or Species-rich Hedgerows LBAP group have been promoting the benefits
of garden hedges in their recent news releases. Why don't you create one too?
The benfits of having a hedgerow as a garden boundary rather than a fence include:
it acts as a weather
and dust filter
It is inexpensive to create
It is long lasting if properly maintained
It encourages wildlife
It adds a feature of beauty and interest to the local landscape
It can offer privacy and security
However, hedgerows can be a source of conflict between neighbours, problems include:
Blocking out light
Root damage
Hedge crossing the boundary
Hedge obstructing pavements
Blocking a view
Hedge damaging property
The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister has produced a leaflet entitled 'Over the Garden Hedge', which gives advice on how people can settle garden hedge disputes with their neighbours. It details legal obligations, how to ensure garden hedges are not a nuisance and wher to get help. To obtain a copy write to ODPM Free Literature, PO Box 236, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, LS23 7NB, or telephone 0870 122 6236. Or you can view it at www.urban.odpm.gov.uk/greenspace.trees
For a list of species suitable for planting in a hedgerow take a look at How to plant a Cheshire hedgerow
With thanks to the Cheshire Landcsape Trust, coordinating the Ancient and/or Species-rich Hedgerows LBAP, for this article.
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