Hedge basics:

1 Mark out your desired shape. There is no need to stick to straight lines; hedges that follow strong curves (or a perfect circle) can look fantastic. 2

Mark even spacing. Pacific™ Coprosmas grow naturally to about 1m tall and wide. Plant them closer (40-60cm apart) to quickly achieve a solid hedge with no gaps. 3 Autumn through to spring

is an excellent time to establish a new hedge, but water well after planting to settle the soil snuggly around the roots.

4 To encourage side branching, trim to half height in spring or early summer once the plants are actively growing. 5 To maintain a smart longlasting look, trim your Pacific™ Coprosma hedge at least twice each year, after the spring flush and again in autumn

(or late summer for cooler climates).