9 Fast-Growing Hedges for Privacy - Fantastic Gardeners Blog UK
11.07.2023 - 10:35
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Privacy is highly valued when it comes to our homes. Regardless of whether you reside next to a busy road or in a terraced townhouse, privacy hedges can be highly beneficial for the garden. Hedges are an excellent option for achieving privacy while also providing a favourable environment for wildlife.
For individuals with patience, slow-growing hedge plants like Common Box are a worthwhile investment, as they will create thick evergreen screens. However, for those with time constraints, fast-growing species are a better choice. In this article, we will guide you through the best types of hedges for privacy and the optimal way to use them.
Leylandii hedges have a remarkable growth rate, with the potential to grow between 60 and 90 centimetres per year. This adds them among the fastest-growing privacy hedge species in the UK.
Despite their reputation for causing disputes between neighbours due to their fast growth, with proper pruning, these evergreens can be a valuable addition to any garden. They offer an efficient way to create a screening hedge and excel at filtering out pollution, surpassing other native species. Additionally, they serve as a source of shelter for wildlife.
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The Deciduous Alder hedge boasts an impressive growth rate of more than 60 centimetres per year. This hedge species is a haven for wildlife, attracting over ninety bird and insect species.
It thrives even in unfavourable environments, such as waterlogged and low-quality soils. During the spring season, the dense, serrated green leaves of the hedge are adorned with long yellow catkins,