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Four examples and a summary of privacy shrubs

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Four examples and a summary of privacy shrubs

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  1. A guide to PRIVACY SHRUBS

  2. WHAT IS PRIVACY SHRUB? A coniferous tree or shrub with evergreen foliage in shades of green, blue-green, or gold. The narrow pyramidal shape and dense growth habit of varieties like Polar Gold or North Pole make them particularly well-suited for privacy hedging. Plants can be used to screen various parts of the yard or to line the perimeter of a property.

  3. A PRIVACY HEDGE MUST BE MAINTAINED The key to maintaining a perfectly dense privacy hedge in top condition is regular side pruning. If the hedge is allowed to grow long and lanky before being severely cut, gaps will result (this can typically be fixed in laurels and beech, but not usually in conifers). With fast-growing varieties, you only need to give your hedges a quick, simple trim once a year, and with slow- growing species, you only need to do it once every two years. If the top half of the privacy hedges is cut to be slightly narrower than the bottom, the lower branches will stay lush and full.

  4. BEST HEDGES FOR PRIVACY EUROPEAN BEECH 1 ENGLISH LAUREL 2 SCHIP LAUREL 3 PORTUGUESE LAUREL 4

  5. 1. EUROPEAN BEECH One of the best for privacy shrubs is the European Beech, which is a favorite throughout Europe and for gardens with a European feel. In the spring and summer, it has rich, green leaves, and in the fall, copper hues linger into the winter. Despite being a deciduous tree, the persistent leaves nonetheless offer some quiet during the winter. grows in both full and partial shade. one of the top 5-8 zone plants for privacy.

  6. 2. ENGLISH LAUREL English laurel, also known as Prunus laurocerasus, is one of the fastest- growing evergreens for seclusion and will soon fill out a large area. If you need a tall hedge immediately, this is a wonderful privacy hedge alternative. To prevent it from becoming lanky, be sure to keep up with the pruning. Beautiful glossy green foliage with springtime white flowers and summertime inedible berries. buck proof grows in both full sun and some shade. Zones 6–9 have the best vegetation for privacy.

  7. 3. SCHIP LAUREL The Schip laurel, one of the best evergreens for seclusion, has the advantages of the English laurel as well as the added benefit of a more upright growth habit, necessitating less trimming to keep the breadth in check. It is also known as Skip laurel, Schipka laurel, or Cherry laurel. It also has a little darker green, longer, narrower leaf form. from full sun to shade, it can grow. One of the best shrubs to think about for seclusion.

  8. 4. PORTUGUESE LAUREL The Prunus Lusitanica, sometimes known as Portuguese Laurel, has an incredibly dense natural growth pattern. Additionally, it grows swiftly, allowing you to quickly and easily create a substantial, dense hedge with minimal work. It is a fantastic choice for areas of the country that are warmer because it can withstand extreme heat, drought, bad soil, salt, and pollution.

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