Is Yew hedging fast growing?

Is Yew hedging fast growing?

Although it has a slow growth rate, Yew hedging will often achieve between 20-40cm of growth per year.

How tall will a yew hedge grow?

This vigorous hybrid grows in a tall, upright form. Hicks Yew has a moderate growth rate that is easy to control, but also reaches a good size without having to wait very long. It can reach up to about 18 feet tall at maturity, but is often kept as an 8-12 foot hedge.

How far apart do you plant yew hedge?

Depending on plant size, space your plants at about 60 cms apart. More if they are overcrowded. Yew hedging is formal so it pays to spend time getting your lines straight and the spacing even.

Is Sycamore good to burn?

Sycamore and other Maples Makes a good wood fuel log, burning well with a moderate heat output and good flame. Willow Even when very well-seasoned Willow produces poor slow burning fire wood with little flame.

What is Sycamore good for?

From our experience, we find that Sycamore is traditionally used in the production of furniture, furniture parts, joinery paneling and mouldings. In some instances, it can even be used for kitchenware and cutting boards.

Is sycamore wood toxic?

Allergies/Toxicity: Besides the standard health risks associated with any type of wood dust, no further health reactions have been associated with Sycamore. See the articles Wood Allergies and Toxicity and Wood Dust Safety for more information.

Is Sycamore good for cutting boards?

Qt-sawn sycamore is one of my favorite looking woods but I would not recommend it for a cutting board for the reasons given above. It's grain patterns are awesome but tend to be brittle and flake off during planing. I put it very high on the list for something like a box.

What is the life expectancy of a sycamore tree?

600 years

Are sycamore trees good?

The enormous size of a sycamore tree makes it impractical for the average home landscape, but they make great shade trees in parks, along stream banks and in other open areas. They were once used as street trees, but they create a lot of litter and the invasive roots damage sidewalks.

Why are sycamore trees bad?

Sycamore Trees Good Points / Bad Points: Sycamore is susceptible to Sooty Bark Disease and Diamond Bark Disease Canker in dry warm weather, as well as a condition called Tar Spot which leaves black marks on the leaves. Seeds everywhere! Nevertheless, it is fairly robust and can usually be relied on to reach maturity.

How far should a sycamore tree be from a house?

You should always take professional advice if you are in any doubt as to whether a tree is structurally safe and also if it is likely to affect the structure of the property it stands near to....

Species	Normal Mature Height (M)	Safe Distance (M)
Sycamore	24	17
Spruce	18	7
Walnut	18	14
White Beam / Rowan	12	11

Are sycamore trees dirty?

The sycamore is a massive tree, unsuitable for most home landscapes. Not only is its size a problem, but its aggressive roots damage sidewalks, patios and plumbing. Sycamores are messy trees, as well, dropping ample amounts of leaves, seeds and twigs. Sycamores are planted most frequently in parks and public grounds.