Hedging trees

A thorny tree known for its sloes, commonly used to make gin.

A fast-growing tree with wavy-edged leaves that turn copper in autumn.

A hardy tree with sweet-smelling blossom and crunchy, tart fruit.

A thorny shrub with pink-white blossom in spring and ruby-red berries in summer.

Great for coppicing, with downy leaves, springtime catkins and autumn nuts.

A much-loved evergreen with glossy spiny leaves and red berries.

A small, broadleaved shrub that brings colour all year.

An ornamental shrub with pretty white flowers and berries that turn from red to black.