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Plant details
This deciduous, spiny shrub is an excellent choice for a natural, informal hedge. It provides interest throughout the year and makes a good barrier against livestock. If left unclipped, plants eventually form a small freestanding tree, suitable for a large informal garden. It produces a mass of white flowers during early spring, followed by mid-green, oval leaves. In autumn, spherical, black fruits are produced called sloes, which are particularly attractive to birds and often used to flavour gin.
Family: Roseaceae
Genus: Prunus
Species: spinosa
Plant type: Native shrub
Flower colour: White
Foliage colour: Mid-green
Feature: Flowers, Fruit, Thorns
Sun exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Moist
Hardiness: Hardy
Skill level: Beginner
Height: 500cm
Spread: 400cm
Time to plant seeds: November to February
Reader reviews
raymaisey
I have a problem with my mixed natural hedge - 4th season. I am having problems with my blackthorns - not getting it with my hawthorns and other hedge. On the blackthorns on new growth the leaves are curling I have uncurled them and do not see signs of aphids. Last year didn't get many sloes but plenty on this years. Any idea what the problem is and how I can cure it. I sprayed last week with bug clear - Regards Ray
raymaisey
I am still waiting for an answer to my comment
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