-EP249 Caitriona & Robert From Cullen Nurseries Chat Hedges, Trees & All Things Bareroot Ahead Of A Busy Planting Season In The Garden.

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Join us as we explore the art of bare root planting alongside experts Caitriona and Robert from Cullen Nurseries in Carlow. This episode promises to enrich your understanding of this cost-effective gardening method, perfect for large-scale projects. Katrina and Robert share their journey through the ever-evolving trends of the nursery industry—from the Leylandii craze of the 1980s to today’s focus on native and sustainable species. Gain insights into the patience and expertise required to grow plants destined for sale years down the line.
Get ready to transform your landscape with a splash of evergreen elegance. We delve into the growing popularity of hedge options like beech, laurel, and Red Robin, examining the art of trimming techniques that keep your hedges lush nearly all year round. Listen as we ponder the aesthetics of mixed hedging and the balance between uniformity and diversity in planting. The conversation delves into the demand for Portuguese laurel and the vibrant Photinia Carre Rouge, appreciated for their beauty and low maintenance.
As we round off, we shift focus to sustainable practices in gardening and nursery management—an area gaining momentum as farmers and gardeners alike embrace biodiversity. We discuss how strategic planting not only enhances biodiversity but also nurtures the ecosystem, helping reduce pesticide reliance. This episode is your guide to hedges and hedges and how these will help you making impactful changes in your gardening habits while contributing to environmental conservation.
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Chapter

1. -EP249 Caitriona & Robert From Cullen Nurseries Chat Hedges, Trees & All Things Bareroot Ahead Of A Busy Planting Season In The Garden. (00:00:00)

2. Bare Root Planting Season Tips (00:00:13)

3. Popular Evergreen Hedges for Landscaping (00:09:19)

4. Maintaining Healthy Short-Grown Hedges (00:20:12)

5. Popular Trees and Hedge Varieties (00:24:33)

6. Sustainable Gardening and Tree Planting (00:35:43)

7. Sustainable Practices and Planting Tips (00:39:14)