I need hedges to hide the first floor as completely as possible. They need to be evergreen, preferably fast growing, non invasive, and not prickly. Suggestions?
I need hedges to hide the first floor as completely as possible. They need to be evergreen, preferably fast growing, non invasive, and not prickly. Suggestions?
Get rid of Toppick and you won't have to hide any more.
I need hedges to hide the first floor as completely as possible. They need to be evergreen, preferably fast growing, non invasive, and not prickly. Suggestions?
...are quick, low maintenance, come in a variety of colors and will do the job;
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I don't think those will look very good up against the wall of my house. I might consider that for the property line, though.
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Leyland Cypress Toppick.
They will get infested with bagworms and die. It's not worth wasting the time and money if you know it will die. :shrug:
The Green Giant Arborvitae might work well.
Arborvitae ‘Green Giant’ (Thuja ‘Green Giant’)
Introduced by the U.S. National Arboretum. Grow in almost any soil conditions, from sand to clay. Pyramid shape and requires no pruning. Pest resistant, even deer resistant. For a quick hedge or windbreak, plant 5 - 6' apart. For a more gradual hedge, plant 10 - 12' apart. Fast growers. Prune to shape, before spring growth. USDA Zones 2 - 10, H - 60', S - 20', Full sun
...if you want something right up against the house, I don't suppose blinds or curtains have been considered?
I mean, if you want a hedge that blocks that much intrisive vision, it's gonna be tough to do. I...err...some people can peep through most vegitation.
..you talking about bagworms.....
LinkGreen Giant arborvitae is destined to become a superstar in the plant world and will become as common as the now much maligned Bradford pear. The reason for its success is two-fold. First, it’s a fast, easy-to-grow plant that, at least so far, has been remarkably pest free. Gardeners like to see things grow, and this plant can make three or four feet of growth a year while young....
...Part of Green Giant’s popularity is because it’s being used to replace Leyland cypress hedges that have begun developing disease problems across the southeast where it has been used extensively in the past quarter century.
The State of MD and NRCS recommend planting them for hedgerows and windbreaks.
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I think the Green Giant will get way too big anyways.
What about Hicks Yew or Elderberry? How tall do they get?
That's a consideration.