The hedges perfect for creating a biodiversity haven with Adam Nicolson - Episode 195

Biodiversity thrives on the presence of hedges, and autumn presents a wonderful time to get them planted, bringing a beautiful birdsong into your garden.Adam Nicolson joins Sarah for this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’, sharing his ever-bountiful knowledge on all things biodiversity, and which hedges are perfect protection for an enchanting ensemble of birds and butterflies.In this episode, discover:How maintaining hedges at a warbler-y phase helps songbirds in particularLeafy, thorny and nectar rich hedges to grow, like yew, hornbeam and privetHow to put hedges into the garden, and at what time in the season is idealProducts mentioned:English Yew (Taxus baccata)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/english-yewHornbeam Hedginghttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/hornbeam-hedgingWild Privet (Ligustrum vulgare)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/wild-privetClematis viticella 'Etoile Violette'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/clematis-viticella-etoile-violetteLonicera periclymenum 'Rhubarb and Custard'®https://www.sarahraven.com/products/lonicera-periclymenum-rhubarb-and-custardSee our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: [email protected] on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest