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Join the Hedge Code

Sign up to become a Hedge Code supporter and download signage for your land.

We encourage any individual or organisation that has a hedgerow to become a Hedge Code supporter. It will publicly demonstrate your commitment to hedgerow conservation in Ireland and help to frame your biodiversity strategies.

Hedge Code Supporter Agreement

We will periodically check in with supporters on their progress.

What category are you signing up as? *

Name *

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Last

Email *

Organisation's Name. If non-applicable, please type N/A. *

Will you share the Hedge Code signage? E.g. on your social media, website, offices, or land. *

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Can we list you as a supporter on the Hedge Code webpage? *

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Do you agree to support all of the Hedge Code actions? *

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No, I am only signing up to support some of the actions

Please tick which actions you will support. You must select at least six actions. *

Plant native, pollinator-friendly trees of Irish provenance.
Plant whips every 30cm in two staggered rows with a 40cm gap.
Maintain a 1-2 metre hedge margin for wildlife.
Only lay or trim hedges from Sep-Feb, ideally later in the season.
Lightly trim hedges in an A-shape every 3-4 years.
Trim for road safety and visibility at dangerous bends or junctions.
Lay hedges on a 15-20 year cycle to retain wildlife habitat.
Avoid use of pesticides, herbicides, or fertilisers (including slurry).
Coppice and replant gappy hedges.
Use wood from coppicing and laying for wildlife log piles and fuel.
Gather seeds, nuts and berries for propagating trees and making syrups, teas and preserves.
Leave plenty of nuts and berries on hedges as food for wildlife.