Aero-M Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 This year I intened to sort my garden out. Im going to grass most of it behind the pond and decking, upto my fence back and sides. I would like some shrubs at the back of the garden, It is 25ft wide and they would need to grow slightly higher than the fence to stop the neighbours looking over. I would like something fast growing, and if possible pretty for most of the year, mainly summer though. What are my options? There wil be an 8ft wide shed at the bottom of the garden, So how many shrubs would I need to fill up the remaining 17ft? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzle Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 whats your budget?, im assuming you have a 6ft fence? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aero-M Posted January 9, 2009 Author Share Posted January 9, 2009 NOt looking to spned a lot to be honest, Yes it is a 6 foot fence. When the neighbour is on his patio he's head is about 1 foot higher than the fence. Would be nice if he's head wasn't Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzle Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 could always kneecap your neighbour, would be cheaper! are you looking to put a bed next to the fence to grow things up it or thinking more free standing trees/shrubs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aero-M Posted January 9, 2009 Author Share Posted January 9, 2009 I just wanted something to plant in the ground and cut the turf around it. Needs to spread across the width of the garden, but not protrude to far into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plus1 Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 How wide and long is the border that the shrubs are going in and how much mainteance are you willing to give them? Also, will they be overhanging the pond? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 The problem with fast growing stuff is they need maintainence. Are you worried about having to trim them once or twice a year? Also how long can you wait until they are fence high (presumably 6ft?). I've had varying results with a few, but the best ones have not been cheap to get a fast start on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aero-M Posted January 9, 2009 Author Share Posted January 9, 2009 How wide and long is the border that the shrubs are going in and how much mainteance are you willing to give them? Also, will they be overhanging the pond? The garden is 25ft wide by about 40 long. I have decking at the back door and then a pond built on from this. The remainder of the garden is just grass/ messy boarders. about 25 x 20 ft. I would like it to be turfed for the children to play on, and just the shrubs at the back of the garden for looking nice and privacy. The problem with fast growing stuff is they need maintainence. Are you worried about having to trim them once or twice a year? Also how long can you wait until they are fence high (presumably 6ft?). I've had varying results with a few, but the best ones have not been cheap to get a fast start on. Would like them to be fence high asap, I don't mind trimming them as im sure that will be easier than trying to keep the current garden tidy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merckx Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Monty Python-The knights who say Ni!! 2UbtcmjfKa8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Add a decorative strip of trellis along the top of the fence and then use it as a base for climbing plants. Whatever you do, DO NOT be tempted to plant leylandii. You'll be cutting them forever and they make a hell of a mess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire148 Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 I would go for a mix ... maybe start with some Photinia Red Robin ... evergreen and grow reasonably quickly to a good height. Then maybe mix in something like fosythia to get some early spring colour (also grow quickly to a good height) ... Also, go for some cotoneasters (or similar) for the winter colour (orange is good) ... If you just want a hedge ... then rather than something like leylandii go for Thuja's ... grow about 18" a year but can be cut without leaving deadwood everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersupra3 Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 Weigela, pyrancantha (thorny though), Ribes, cornus if not too dry a soil,fagus (copper beech) philadelphus virginal (mock orange), best nip into your local nursery and have a chat, as there are plenty more to suit your needs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpie Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/4596685.stm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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