Hedgelaying Flashcards
1
Q
First thing to do?
A
Establish whether it is possible to lay hedge. If it is to gappy then you could coppice and let it regrow.
2
Q
How to protect the hedge?
A
Rabbit guards. Pile brushwood to protect from deer. Put fencing up on either side of hedge.
3
Q
What would you do for copping?
A
Use a sloping cut on stool to shed water away from the stool.
Leave any trees.
4
Q
Steps for laying the hedge
A
- starting at the most uphill point, clear out hedge from anything this isn’t a stem. Cut out branches, deadwood, bramble etc.
- Partially sever the stems about 4/5th through, and lay it over at 30 degrees.
- Remove heel.
- Use hazel stakes to support the stem so it doesn’t move. Don’t put stakes in between fork - this will push stake over. 5. Drive in stakes with mallet.
- Use bindings to hold stakes and hedge together. This will help it regrow and establish.
5
Q
What is the historic use of these hedges?
A
To keep livestock in. This meant they had to be a solid barrier, and a certain height.
