Hedges in Your Garden: What You Need to Know

Thinking of adding a hedge to your garden? Good news – you typically won't need to seek planning permission for planting one. Plus, there aren't any specific laws that dictate exactly how tall you can let your hedge grow.

However, it's crucial for you to understand that maintaining any hedge on your property falls squarely on your shoulders. You are personally responsible for ensuring it remains well-kept and doesn't become an annoyance to those around you.

Just a heads-up: sometimes, the way you use and manage your hedges can be subject to particular rules. These might stem from existing planning conditions tied to your property or from legal agreements, known as covenants, which affect your land.