The Hawthorn Tree (Crataegus Monogyna) is an excellent choice for a secure, natural hedge, offering dense, thorny branches that provide privacy and protection. Not only is it ideal for security, but its springtime flowers are a vital nectar source for insects, and its haws provide food for birds. As a native species, Hawthorn can grow into a tree, reaching 10-15 meters if left untrimmed, with some specimens living for hundreds of years.

For planting a hedge, we recommend 4 trees per meter for a single row or 7 trees per meter for a staggered double row. Water during the first growing season to help establish the plants.

Pruning can be done right after planting (during the bare-root season from November to March), with a heavy trim of up to 50% to encourage thick, healthy growth. Avoid pruning when birds may be nesting, typically in the spring and early summer.

Perfect for creating a beautiful, wildlife-friendly hedge that offers both security and seasonal interest, the Hawthorn is a hardy and versatile choice for your garden.

Hawthorn is usually delivered as bare root which means that if you cannot plant them straight away then they will be fine left in its packaging in a shed or garage out of any frosts for at least 7/10 days.  If you are still unable to plant out then just dig a small hole and ‘heal’ them in making sure all roots are covered by soil.  They should be ok like this but must be planted before end of March.

Once planted they should be well watered and carry on watering through its first season regularly especially in hot weather.  After their first season they should be established enough to look after themselves.  Pruning in late Autumn or early winter will make them bush out and put on another good growing spurt.

Within 24 hours of placing your order, we will contact you to confirm an exact delivery date. Most orders are delivered within 5 working days. Your plants will be freshly lifted and packaged the day before dispatch to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition.

If you have a preferred delivery date please use the comments box and we will try our best to accommodate this (not available at weekends).

Although items can remain in their packaging for 7–10 days if kept frost-free, we recommend planting bareroot trees as soon as possible after delivery.

We use a courier service, and a signature is required on delivery unless you specify a safe place in the comments box when placing your order.

Small Orders (UK Mainland Only)

Orders of 1–15 plants in size 40/60cm can often be sent via Royal Mail for £8.00.

Please note: Your basket will initially show a delivery charge of £15.00 + VAT, but if you request Royal Mail delivery in the comments box, we will adjust the payment for you once we receive the order.

England and Wales Standard Delivery Charges

• Orders up to £75 – £15 + VAT
• £76 – £200 – £22 + VAT
• £201 – £300 – £30 + VAT
• £301 – £500 – £40 + VAT
• £501 – £1000 – £45 + VAT
• Over £1000 – £50 + VAT

Mainland Scotland Standard Delivery Charges

• Orders up to £75.99 – £20 + VAT
• £76 – £150.99 – £28.40 + VAT
• £151 – £300.99 – £38 + VAT
• £301 – £500.99 – £50 + VAT
• £501 – £1000.99 – £56 + VAT
• Over £1001 – £62 + VAT

Click and Collect

Click and collect available free of charge from: Tree Shop Ltd., Harts Barn, Monmouth Road, Longhope, GL17 0QD, UK