Top 5 Best and Affordable Trees that Offers Privacy

So you've built a fence in your garden area for privacy and screening. Does it look Good? Yes it might look formal but there are many alternatives of fences which offers privacy just like a fence. There are a number of trees which offers great privacy. Fences are expensive and destroys over a time. But trees promises to stay for a longer period, may be for a lifetime if they are evergreen ones. Here are my favorite tree selection which are affordable and also offers good privacy and screening-


Arborvitae- Arborvitae is an evergreen type of hedge variety which is used all over the USA. People use this hedge to get instant privacy and shade. The best thing about arborvitae hedge is, it is easy to maintain and install. It does not require hard pruning or frequent watering, Little care can turn this hedge into a handsome and beautiful privacy hedge. Green giant arborvitae and western red cedar are ideal for Zone 5-8 whereas american arborvitae is good to consider for Zone 2-8. Its glossy green leaves throughout the season prove its authenticity. One of the widely used hedges in the USA with affordable prices.


Laurels- Trees like arborvitae, boxwood offers great privacy. A tiny shrub turns out to be the most beautiful one when it produces aromatic flowers with sweet fragrance. Also, edible fruits which becomes the source of wildlife. Laurel hedge for you. A type of hedge which is affordable, offers perfect privacy. This hedge welcomes winters with aromatic creamy white flowers with edible fruits which attracts wildlife. People who loves wildlife, must go for laurels (cherry, english and portuguese laurel)


European Beech- Some people prefer deciduous trees for many reasons. They are engaged in a type of job where they have to change their locations in every 2 year or may be 1 year. They want privacy for a short period of time, they don’t waste time getting evergreen variety. Deciduous hedge selection is perfect in such situations. European beech hedge aka Fagus Sylvatica stood out to be the most widely used deciduous hedge that offers privacy and screening. In winter the green glossy foliage and leaves starts looking in copper color. It looks completely purple in the season of fall.


Green Giant Hedge- Fast growing hedges have been the highest priority in people to get instant privacy and screening. Green giant arborvitae is no doubt is one of the best hedges to consider for many reasons. Evergreen in nature which means it stays for a long time, Resistant to deers, affordable to buy, requires less maintenance than other evergreen hedge varieties.


Hornbeam Hedge- Beautiful deciduous hedge type with deer resistant nature. Introduced first in north america in the colonial era. This elegant hedge has distinctive fluted grey bark and glossy green foliage which turns yellow-orange in autumn. Perfect deciduous hedge which is affordable to buy and best for privacy.


Arborvitae also considered as a tree of life is an evergreen, fast growing hedge. The hedge has been popular all over the USA due to a variety of settings. Arborvitae is a beautiful hedge due to its evergreen foliage, dense growth rate, pretty lust green color.


Although there are three major arborvitae variety, but these are the most common arborvitaes yet popular-

1. Green Giant Arborvitae
2. Emerald Green Arborvitae
3. American Arborvitae

Let’s dig into each-
American Arborvitae- Scientifically known as Thuja Occidentalis, American Arborvitae is an evergreen arborvitae hedge which stays dark green year round. Its conical shape and dense foliage makes it a popular hedge.


Quick Guide-

1. Tolerates different types of soils
2. Native to eastern regions of Canada and United States
3. Ideal for zone 3-8
4. Needs adequate water to stay healthy
5. Looks perfectly handsome with a regular pruning schedule
6. Can reach upto 20’ to 40’
7. Carries no major pest disease

Emerald Green Arborvitae- Scientifically known as Thuja Occidentalis Smaragd, Emerald Green Arborvitae Hold its rich color and remains in sturdy form throughout the season.

Quick Guide-

1. Hold its emerald color throughout the winters
2. Tolerates dry spell once it is established
3. Best suited for small yards and other tight areas.
4. Prefers loamy and well drained soil 

Green Giant Arborvitae- Fast growing arborvitae hedge variety which thrives in heat and humidity.

Quick Guide-

1. Tolerates range of different kinds of soil conditions, heat and humidity
2. Grows very fast and makes great privacy screen
3. Works perfectly fine with regular pruning