2007-04-30 17:13:59 · 10 answers · asked by JT 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
I am no expert, but I think a wonderful bush for privacy is Photinia fraseri. They are very beautiful too, becoming red in the colder months. They are very dense and grow large quickly. There are several of my neighbors who have them without a fence, and I don't even think a dog could get through without some real maneuvering.
Hope this helps.
2007-04-30 18:01:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Forsythia are nice, have yellow flowers in bloom, take a shear well, fill in evenly, and although they lose their foliage in winter, still have a dense frame which obscures views. This is a commonly used plant for privacy hedges.
Thuja Arborvitae are evergreens with a tight conical shape, grow relatively quickly and have a maximum heigt of about 10'. They are not wide though, so many will be needed- very nice, though.
Many types of holly (aka ilex) will work well also, and their foliage is evergreen and prickly. They take a shear well also. They grow somewhat slowly.
If you have a long stretch you want to screen, you could also think of conifers typically used for christmas trees, such as frasier or douglas firs.
Check with your local nursury to make sure plants you choose do well in your climate, and they can also recommend other options.
Remember, if you are planting trees on the south side of your house, use deciduous trees so they shade your property in the summer and allow light to your property in winter.
Good Luck.
2007-04-30 17:29:51 · answer #2 · answered by Jimmy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most common bush used in my area is an Azalea! it is a beautiful dark green bush and it flowers in the spring, generally around Easter time! You can get them in a watermelon color, or white, or light pink or mixtures!
Not sure where you live, but it's the most common around Louisiana and Mississippi and the rest of the south!
They grow rather rapidly and aren't very hard to maintain!
2007-04-30 17:35:34 · answer #3 · answered by jen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
would say Arborvitae are a nice and inexpensive choice. They can be planted closely together and can grow to heights that are 6 to 18 feet depending upon the species. Emerald Aisle Arborvitae grow to about 8 feet and strongly resmble minature pine trees.
2007-04-30 17:18:16 · answer #4 · answered by arborsurgeon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hedges are what you're looking for. There is a Japanese one that begins with "T" that is supposed to grow very quickly and is hardy as well. Good luck!!
2007-04-30 17:23:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a arborveta (sp) tree which is an evergreen is the best option, you can line them up, they grow quickly and will work great
2007-04-30 17:21:00 · answer #6 · answered by bighelp 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my aunty has a monkey apple tree hedge and they are fast growing and grow quite high, and are nice to look at
2007-04-30 17:29:25 · answer #7 · answered by Els M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to michiganbulb.com THEY ARE A CATALOG BUT GIVE DETAILED INFO ON ALL PLANTS, SHRUBS, TREES, ETC. I think you will find out what you need.
2007-04-30 17:19:01 · answer #8 · answered by DOT 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you looking for something like a privet hedge. ?
2007-04-30 17:28:21 · answer #9 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chinese bamboo , multiply very quick if you water it enough.
2007-04-30 17:28:45 · answer #10 · answered by bill s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋