Need help finding the perfect privet.
Hello. First, this blog/site is great and I find it very useful. Ok, I am in need of help to create privacy in our backyard. I did a search for arborvitae, worked but not the best match. Next, I researched the hedges that are seen throughout the Hamptons in Long Island-this is the look I am going for. Privet hedges seemed to keep coming up. I am looking for hedges that will grow way above 6ft, stay green throughout the entire year and require little to no maintenance-except the usual needed pruning maybe once a year. Our home is on 1 acre of property and I would like to cover the sides and back fences with plants, they are standard wood and we cannot afford PVC fence which I prefer(I prefer going green). If someone could help me with the best privacy hedge to plant that will grow for years to come and look great and stay healthy I would appreciate it greatly. The yard in mix of moderate sun to mostly shaded. Thanks.
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Hi @Jillzone1
Be aware that this is the "Japanese Garden" section of this forum. If yours is not there may be better places to look for an answer.
Having said that I would suggest to also look into conifers. My Thuja occidentalis (different varieties) does great and I think that could also work in your climate-zone.
Privet should do fine. An alternative to that could be Prunus lusitanica. A very nice leaf and strong grower. Pruning once a year would not be enough though. Also double check the hardiness for your zone.
Greets,
Be aware that this is the "Japanese Garden" section of this forum. If yours is not there may be better places to look for an answer.
Having said that I would suggest to also look into conifers. My Thuja occidentalis (different varieties) does great and I think that could also work in your climate-zone.
Privet should do fine. An alternative to that could be Prunus lusitanica. A very nice leaf and strong grower. Pruning once a year would not be enough though. Also double check the hardiness for your zone.
Greets,