Fast-Growing Privacy Trees π³
Leyland Cypress β One of the most popular fast-growing privacy trees, reaching 40-60 ft tall.
Green Giant Arborvitae β Grows 3-5 ft per year, reaching up to 50-60 ft tall.
Eastern Red Cedar β Tough and drought-resistant, ideal for a natural privacy screen.
Nellie R. Stevens Holly β Dense, dark green foliage with red berries, growing 15-25 ft tall.
Thuja βEmerald Greenβ Arborvitae β Slower growing but stays narrow and compact, ideal for smaller yards.
Evergreen Privacy Trees π²
Southern Magnolia β Beautiful glossy leaves and large white flowers, reaching 30-80 ft tall.
Carolina Sapphire Cypress β Blue-green foliage with a pleasant aroma, growing 20-40 ft tall.
Wax Myrtle β A hardy, multi-trunked tree growing 10-20 ft tall, great for informal screens.
American Holly β Provides year-round coverage with spiky green leaves and red berries.
Hardwood Trees for Privacy π
River Birch β Fast-growing and tolerates wet soils, reaching 40-70 ft tall.
Sugar Maple β Offers seasonal privacy with stunning fall colors, growing 40-80 ft tall.
Tulip Poplar β One of the tallest shade trees, reaching 60-90 ft tall.
Bamboo for Privacy π
Clumping Bamboo (e.g., Alphonse Karr, Golden Goddess) β Non-invasive and perfect for a fast-growing privacy hedge.
These trees thrive in Georgiaβs climate (Zones 7-8) and are excellent choices for natural fences, noise reduction, and windbreaks.