Conifers are often used to border property. In order to preserve as much garden space as possible, they are often planted very close to the border. But how close can they be planted to the property line so that they don't disturb the neighbors?
How big should the distance between conifers and neighbors be?
The legally required distance from conifers to neighboring property varies depending on the federal state and hedge length. Usually the distance is 50 cm for hedges under 2 m high and 2 m for hedges over 2 m high. The optimal planting position depends on the planned hedge width.
How far away do conifers have to be from neighbors?
The distance between a hedge and the neighboring property isregulated by law Each federal state has its own regulations. In Bavaria, Saxony and most other federal states, hedges under two meters must maintain a distance of 50 centimeters from neighboring property. If a hedge is over two meters tall, the necessary distance from the property line is even two meters.
How wide does a conifer hedge get?
How wide a conifer hedge grows depends on the variety planted. The popular Thuja Smaragd, for example, grows between50 and 100 centimeters wide. Other conifers can also be two meters in diameter.
At what distance should a conifer be planted?
The specific distance depends on theindividual legal regulations and the planned hedge. If you take into account the legal situation and the growth of the conifers, you can derive the planting distance from this. If the future thuja hedge is to be kept under two meters high, a distance of 50 centimeters from the neighboring property must be maintained and a maximum width of 100 centimeters is expected, the conifers should be planted at a distance of 100 centimeters from the property line.
What can I do if my conifer grows too close to my neighbor?
If your conifer hedge grows too close to the neighboring property, you can cut it back. Alternatively, you can also transplant the individual plants, but they should be no more than three to four years old.
Tip
Inform your neighborhood about your plans
In order to prevent a later neighborhood dispute, you should inform your neighborhood early about your planned hedge. Individual needs can often be clarified and common solutions found through discussion. This means both sides can benefit from the future conifer hedge.
