Please Identify Hedge

(Question)

Hello, I live in Toronto. We want to buy a few hedge plants to fill in a gap in a hedge that was planted in the 1950s. I am having trouble identifying the hedge species. Can you help? Thank you.

(Answer)

Hello, we’d be happy to help you identify your hedge – could you resubmit your question with a photo attached via our upload feature? In the meantime, here’s a list of evergreens suitable for hedging in Toronto and some other recommended hedge plants that may give you a clue as to which hedge you have. And here’s a list of native plants suitable for hedging in Ontario that are beneficial to local pollinators and birds.