Here are the best hedge plants to create an effective privacy hedge without a hefty price tag and a lot of work.

Clay drains less easily than other soils and can lie wet for long periods,' explains landscape designer and soil expert ...

Hedges support wildlife in several ways. Here are a few of the top reasons, according to Mary Philips, head of native plant ...

Clay soil might be chock-full of nutrients for plants, but its dense nature makes it a tough nut to crack when it comes to digging and cultivation, and it's slow to heat up come summertime ...

If not, then zig-zag the plants so they have a bit more space to spread. Autumn is the best time of year to trim a hedge because birds have finished nesting and the soil is still warm from the summer.

Clay soil can be heavy, so lighten it with mulch ... Trim and prune trees and shrubs now so they have a good shape before they begin to grow. Look around your yard for any areas of pooling ...

Winter can be hard on your yard and plants, but spring is the perfect time of year to refresh and revitalize your garden.