Thread: Best Privacy Shrub Options

I've always seen a lot of people use Yews.

Not only do these provide a thick hedge but they are an evergreen so they stay green all year long. Most can be molded to shapes (although for a privacy hedge I would think either natural or rectangular would be the only molding you would want to do.)

I like using Poplars. They don't have a really long life but they grow fast and tall. They also work great as a wind break.

I recommend bushes with thorns to prevent people from getting in them. I like to use Crimson Pygmy Barberry shrubs.

They are a purple/mauve color and have some very sharp thorns that will deter anyone from sneaking around windows. They get about 3 to 4 feet wide and tall.

All of these suggestions are very good ideas. I've seen all of these used to great success.

Eliangus ebinigi i think that is the correct spelling you can throw them in the middle of the road and they will grow. I have 3 they spread about 15 to 20 ft x 15 ft tall and trim up very well. Also it got down to 18 degrees below zero this past winter and they remained green. Another good one is blue tip juniper 5 ft x 15 ft what size area are you trying to cover? Both mentioned will trim to any size.