Fast-growing hedges are always in high demand! The main uses are:

• Privacy
• Peace and Quiet
• Hiding eyesores (fences, sheds, AC units, etc.)
• Shade

Regardless of why you desire a swiftly growing tall hedge or privacy screen, we have great solutions for any situation. These cultivars will grow more than one foot every year. They are all well-suited to hedging, so they can be clipped to stay tight and at any desired height.

Some are fast-growing evergreen trees that provide privacy, while others are deciduous. These plants are the fastest growing shrubs in Florida and other states. We’ve included thorough information about each, including the best ways to utilise and maintain them.

ENCOURAGING FAST GROWTH

It is crucial to note that, while some varieties grow quickly when compared to other types, the environment also plays a significant role on growth rates. 

Fast growing privacy hedges and shrubs that are stressed by a lack of water, harsh temperatures, or improper exposure (e.g., too much sun or too much shade) will develop considerably slower than expected.

1. FLAME AMUR MAPLE

Flame Amur Maple is our preferred deciduous, fast-growing hedge. It features stunning fall colours in flaming reds, oranges and yellows. It is cold-tolerant (down to -40ºF!) and can be cultivated in most parts of the US.

Its multi-stemmed natural nature allows it to be easily grown as a hedge, and it may be maintained by pruning once a year. It grows in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once planted.

Flame Amur Maple is one of the best fast-growing shrub screens for providing shade in the summer while yet allowing light through in the winter.

2. ENGLISH LAUREL (CHERRY LAUREL)

English laurel (or Cherry Laurel) can form a massive, fast-growing hedge. Under ideal conditions, it can grow up to 3 feet every year! It performs exceptionally well in hot conditions. It has glossy evergreen foliage and grows into a very attractive huge hedge with frequent pruning 1–2 times each year. English laurel can grow in full sun or mild shade. It can handle a wide range of soil types and is quite drought-tolerant once established.

3. SCHIP LAUREL

Schip laurels (or Skip laurels) are a popular shrub for creating an evergreen, fast-growing hedge. They may readily create a tall and narrow hedge with annual trimming and occasional shaping. They are fast-growing evergreen trees in Zone 5. It can tolerate full sun to full shade, unlike most other fast-growing hedges. Schip laurels are fast-growing shrubs that thrive in a variety of soil types, are drought-tolerant once established, and are unaffected by smog or salt.

4. PORTUGUESE LAUREL

Portuguese laurel is a gorgeous fast-growing evergreen hedge that thrives in warm, coastal climates. It grows swiftly but is easy to keep because of its spreading behaviour. Pruning once a year soon produces a very dense hedge. Portuguese laurel thrives in warm regions and tolerates drought, pollution, and salt. It grows in a variety of soils, including poor soils. It is deer resistant.

5.AMERICAN ARBORVITAE

American Arborvitae is a popular choice for evergreen, fast-growing hedges. It is exceptionally cold-hardy, making it particularly valuable in the northern United States. They are fast-growing shrubs that can be easily maintained as a trimmed hedge with only one pruning per year. Once grown, it requires little maintenance and is relatively drought-tolerant. It does well in urban areas.

Need a fast-growing privacy hedge right away? Here are the best fast-growing privacy hedges that you can plant to achieve a tall, dense hedge very quickly.