The right hedge can bring structure, shelter and colour to a garden – Gareth Carter

New Zealand Herald · Gareth Carter · 2026-11-06 15:00 UTC

OPINION: Small hedges can stop stray footballs damaging plants and help hide weeds.

Many gardens evolve gradually – plants are added over time to soften hard surfaces or fill empty spaces.

Some people enlist a designer, carefully considering space, colour, light and soil.

Others prefer a more spontaneous approach, buying a plant they love and finding a place for it later.

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