Characteristics To Look For In A Natural Fence

When selecting the plant(s) you want to use for a natural fence, there are a few things to evaluate:

Evergreen Or Deciduous

Deciduous plants will provide little to no coverage in winter. For most people, this makes it less useful as a source of privacy. Evergreens provide screening year-round.

Height

Some plants on this list can grow as tall as 60 feet, while others are small shrubs that may only reach 4 feet in height. You’ll have to evaluate your needs to know which will work best. Large trees may be too much for your landscaping; conversely, a small bush may not provide the coverage you want.

Spread

Much like height, the spread of a plant (or how wide you can expect it to grow) can determine whether or not this plant can fit into your landscape plans.

Growth Rate

If you need your natural fence in as soon as possible, you’ll want a fast-growing plant. As a general rule, plants are divided into slow growth (1 foot per year or less), moderate (between 13 inches-2 feet per year), and fast (25 inches or greater in a year).

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