Garden calendar
Pruning, planting and maintenance
Type
Garden type
Hedges and Conifers
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You might get the impression that the Christmas tree has always been with us, but in fact the tradition of decorating a firtree for Christmas is not all that old. It was not until around 1850 that the tree of light came from Germany to other parts of Europe.
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A hedge is not just an attractive feature in the garden, it also has a useful function, as it screens off the garden and offers privacy. A wall or fence can serve the same purpose, but is not nearly as appealing!
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Holly is one of the most significant evergreen shrubs, with prickly foliage that has been used in Christmas decorations for centuries. It makes a great hedge or an excellent evergreen specimen shrub whether or not cut into any particular shape.
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