Pitch apple hedge

Some plants have names related to uses they no longer have - the pitch apple is an example. In the old days, pitch-apple “pitch” was scrapped from the seeds and used to caulk boats. The “apple” portion of the plant is misleading as the fruit is poisonous. However, pitch-apple has been given a new use as a landscape plant. While it can only be dependably used in the warmer parts of the County, the pitch-apple is a broadleaf evergreen that can make wonderful hedges and privacy screens, as well…

Clusias

Hedge apples, also known as osage oranges, are generally not edible. It has a bad taste, even though hedge apples smell like an orange. Good news, hedge apples are non-poisonous. However, if you really want to eat hedge apples, you can eat its seeds. #backyardgardening #Plants #Gardening #UrbanOrganicYield

Do you know What is a Hedge Apple? This article will answer all of your questions about this strange-looking fruit.

Clusia rosea, Pitch Apple or Signature Tree. Popular in the Keys and Bahamas, this makes a beautiful hedge massing. Very low maintenance, but sensitive to freeze

What makes a better hedge - European Beech or European Hornbeam? Which has better fall color? Winter leaf retention? Shape? Growth rate? This InstantHedge blog post compares them both in detail. #instanthedge #hedge #beechhedge #hornbeamhedge #landscapeideas #privacyhedge

An impressive fence does provide a welcome sense of privacy. Although even the nicest ones can have the unfortunate effect of shouting "keep out". Tall, thick, and dense evergreen shrubs on the other hand, also provide that sense of solitude but do so with a leafy whisper. Here are our favorites for all zones.

Murraya is a beautifully lush green shrub that’s ideal for hedging. Commonly known as mock orange, the pretty white flowers have a delicious citrus scent and the lush, green foliage lends itself perfectly to regular pruning. You can plant a murraya hedge in most places except in really cold or arid regions. This guide covers everything you need to know about growing a stunning murraya hedge.

Florida Clusia Hedge