Hornbeam hedges are very popular because they grow so easily and form a dense hedge within just a few years. However, the abundant growth also has a dark side: you have to cut back a hornbeam hedge more often at first, and later at least twice a year.
How fast does a hornbeam hedge grow per year?
A hornbeam hedge can grow between 30 and 40 centimeters in height and width per year. Regular pruning is necessary to promote a dense and well-maintained hedge and branching of the lower shoots.
This is how strong the growth of the hornbeam hedge is per year
A hornbeam grows a little slower in the first few years after planting until it gets used to the location.
But then she really gets going. Growth is between 30 and 40 centimeters per year, both in height and width.
If you don't cut the hornbeam hedge regularly, it will easily grow to three to four meters high and several meters wide. However, it becomes bald from below because the lower shoots hardly branch without being cut.
Tip
Common beech hedges grow even a little faster than hornbeam hedges. Their growth per year is approximately 50 centimeters in height and width.
