I'm a beginner at landscaping and need some help. I have an area that's about 5' X 5' in the corner of a fenced backyard (6' tall fence). I live in a townhome, so I'd like to plant a tree that will grow to about 15-25' to block out some of the view of the homes behind me. For that reason, I'd prefer something that's fast-growing and an evergreen/conifer, so that the view is blocked year-round. I would also prefer something that is tolerant of pruning, as I'll have to make sure it doesn't grow into a nearby path and I may want to prune off lower branches in order to plant flowers around the bottom of the tree. Any suggestions? Thanks!
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One option might be a Bay Laurel. Please see my earlier posts about it, including http://www.bobvila.com/BBS/Gardening_and_Landscape/796/796/flat-page1.html
Depending on where you live and other factors, this of course may or may not be the choice for you. But it sure was effective for us. I remember pruning it with abandon, too; the thing was pretty "bulletproof."
You might also ask local nurseries and gardeners; I'm sure they'll give you good suggestions.
Regards,
-k2 in CO
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Depending on where you live and other factors, this of course may or may not be the choice for you. But it sure was effective for us. I remember pruning it with abandon, too; the thing was pretty "bulletproof."
You might also ask local nurseries and gardeners; I'm sure they'll give you good suggestions.
Regards,
-k2 in CO
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Thanks so much for suggestion. Your response reminded me that I forgot to mention that I'm in Maryland (zone 7). Thanks again!
I don't know climate zones like some gardeners, but I wouldn't be surprised if bay laurel was a viable option for you.
Where we had it (this was in the Seattle area), the laurel was effectively a very tall privacy hedge. I should mention that it was mature (20 yrs old)--so it pays if you have a longer term perspective. It was also (as I recall) evergreen and fast-growing.
Good luck; if nothing else it might get you started on some discussion with a nursery. But we sure did like it!
Regards,
-k2 in CO
Moderator, Miscellaneous Forum
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Where we had it (this was in the Seattle area), the laurel was effectively a very tall privacy hedge. I should mention that it was mature (20 yrs old)--so it pays if you have a longer term perspective. It was also (as I recall) evergreen and fast-growing.
Good luck; if nothing else it might get you started on some discussion with a nursery. But we sure did like it!
Regards,
-k2 in CO
Moderator, Miscellaneous Forum
http://www.bobvila.com/BBS/Miscellaneous
