- Hedge Cotoneaster – This plants starts out small in the pot but grows straight up and does it fast. It is very easy to prune and if you are not the best with a shear this plant can be rather forgiving.
- Techny Arborvitae – This evergreen is a gem in our state as it is a native. They are typically tolerant to the abuse that winter can throw at them. Plant at 4′-5′ spacing rhythm and within 5 years you will have a solid green wall.
- Lilac – There are so many varieties of Lilac that I would suggest going out of the box and picking one that has a bit of flare. You can’t go wrong planting a lilac hedge for ease and beauty. Give multi-color Sensation or ever-blooming Bloomerang at try!
- Ninebark – I saw Diablo Ninebark planted as a hedge in Minneapolis a couple years ago. It was outstanding in bloom and just as nice showing only leaves. Spice things up with the new Amber Jubilee. Google this and you will see why I recommend it.
- Blue Arrow Juniper – This is also known as Skyrocket Juniper. These narrow evergreens need to be planted in close proximity and in a straight line. If done right it creates a vertically-driven composition what exudes visions of the Mediterranean. Try them around a pool or alongside a pergola.
- Peony – This is not used so much for privacy. I love to use Peony as a small hedge separating two lots in the front front yard in an urban situation. This form of hedging distinguishes one yard from the other without saying this is my yard, stay off!