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best fast growing hedge plants

Searching for the best fast growing hedge plants for your garden? Whether you want to create privacy, shelter, or simply a lush green backdrop, choosing the right hedge plants can make a world of difference. Fast growing hedge plants quickly transform your landscape, offering rapid coverage and stunning foliage. In New Zealand, with our unique climate and garden styles, there’s a wide selection of hedging shrubs and trees that thrive and fill out beautifully. Let’s explore top picks for fast growing hedges, their benefits, and what makes them ideal for Kiwi gardens.

Griselinia Broadway Mint hedge with lush, green foliage.

Griselinia 'Broadway Mint'

5 from 4 customers

Griselinia Broadway Mint, commonly known as NZ Broadleaf, is a fast-growing, evergreen New Zealand native shrub prized for its dense, glossy lime-green foliage and natural resilience. Ideal for hedging, screening, or coastal planting, this hardy variety thrives in various conditions and offers year-round colour with minimal maintenance.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
A Viburnum 'Dense Fence' hedge with lush, green foliage.

Viburnum 'Dense Fence'

5 from 2 customers

Viburnum 'Dense Fence' is a fast growing evergreen shrub selected for its naturally dense habit, glossy green foliage, and excellent screening ability. It creates an attractive year round backdrop while producing clusters of fragrant creamy white flowers in spring.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Grevillea 'Clearview David'

Grevillea 'Clearview David' is a vigorous evergreen shrub known for its attractive foliage and masses of soft coloured flowers. Flowering over a long...

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Cupressus 'Blue Ice' (Blue Arizona Cypress)

Cupressus 'Blue Ice' is a striking evergreen conifer admired for its vibrant icy blue foliage and strong upright growth habit. This hardy tree...

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Syzygium Resilience hedge.
Syzygium 'Resilience'

Syzygium 'Resilience', commonly known as Lilly Pilly 'Resilience', is a popular evergreen shrub valued for its glossy foliage, dense growth habit...

From$281.05
An upright Rosemary 'Tuscan Blue' shrub with blue flowers in a Mediterranean themed garden.
Rosmarinus 'Tuscan Blue'

The 'Tuscan Blue' Rosemary is a fast-growing and upright variety that features petite, sky-blue flowers borne amidst the dark green leaves through...

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A magnificant Photinia 'Super Hedge' hedge.
Photinia 'Super Hedge'

Photinia 'Super Hedge' features bright and colourful foliage with bright red new growth. This foliage ages to become mid-dark green, resulting in a...

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Grevillea 'Gold Rush'

Grevillea 'Gold Rush' is an eye catching evergreen shrub valued for its bright golden yellow flowers and fine foliage. Flowering over a long period...

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Elaeagnus submacrophylla

Elaeagnus Submacrophylla is a robust, fast-growing evergreen shrub prized for its dense foliage and tolerance to coastal conditions. Perfect for...

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Olearia traversii plant with white flowers and green foliage.
Olearia traversii

Olearia traversii, commonly known as Chatham Island Ake Ake, is a hardy New Zealand native tree valued for its upright form and resilience. This...

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Ligustrum 'Rotundifolium'

Ligustrum 'Rotundifolium' (Japanese Privet) is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its rounded glossy green leaves and dense compact growth habit...

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Elaeagnus ebbingei (Silverberry)

Elaeagnus Ebbingei is a tough, fast-growing evergreen shrub popular in New Zealand gardens for its dense, silver-green foliage and coastal tolerance...

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Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime' plants with lush, green foliage.
Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime'

Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime' is a bright and eye catching honeysuckle valued for its vivid lime foliage and compact, tidy habit. This hardy shrub...

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Feijoa Kaiteri fruit.
Feijoa 'Kaiteri'

Feijoa 'Kaiteri' is a fast-growing variety that produces an early crop of large, sweet fruit in autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 2.5 m...

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A Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' plant in a garden.
Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon'

Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is an evergreen shrub often used instead of Buxus for hedges. It carries dense, upright branches that host small and...

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A well trimmed Ficus Tuffy hedge with lush green foliage.
Ficus Tuffi

Ficus 'Tuffi', also known as Ficus Tuffy, is a dense, upright evergreen shrub popular in New Zealand for hedging and screening. It features glossy...

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Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant)

Clianthus puniceus (Kakabeak) is a spectacular New Zealand native shrub renowned for its striking clusters of brilliant red, beak shaped flowers that...

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Stromanthe triostar plant.
Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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White flowers on a Cistus 'Snowmound' plant with green foliage.
Cistus 'Snowmound' (White Rock Rose Plant)

Cistus ‘Snowmound’ is a compact evergreen shrub that produces a breathtaking display of pure white flowers with golden-yellow centres from late...

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Strelitzia nicolai (White Bird Of Paradise Plant)

Strelitzia nicolai (Giant White Bird Of Paradise) is a bold, architectural plant known for its large banana like leaves and striking white and blue...

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A Spearmint plant with lush, green leaves.
Mint Plant

Mint Plant (Spearmint) is a popular herb grown for its fresh fragrant leaves and versatile use in cooking drinks and home remedies. Well suited to...

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Disphyma australe pink flowers and fleshy, green leaves.
Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as NZ Ice Plant, is a hardy and attractive groundcover valued for its fleshy, bright green foliage and striking...

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PB8 Planter Bags (Mushroom Grow Bags)

PB8 Planter Bags are a practical and economical option for growing larger trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and other established nursery stock...

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants

Fertiliser for acid loving plants provides targeted nutrition for plants that perform best in acidic soil conditions. It helps support healthy...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

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A strong and studry planting spade.
Ace1 Planting Spade

The Ace 1 planting spade is a must for any gardener. This spade is designed so it can penetrate the ground easily without jarring the wrists in the...

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PB40 Planter Bags (Tomato Grow Bag)

PB40 Planter Bags are a durable and practical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and advanced nursery stock. Their...

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Nursery Grade Growing Media

The Plant Company growing media is top of the line and used by the best commercial nurseries. This blend has been developed over many years to...

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10 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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5 Litre Plant Pots

5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing larger shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and young trees. They provide generous root space to...

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Native Plant Fertiliser (Native Fertiliser)

Selecting the correct native plant fertiliser is essential as they often tend to be slow growing and so require a tailored nutrient plan to meet...

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Griselinia 'Broadway Mint'

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Why Choose Fast Growing Hedge Plants?

Fast growing hedge plants are perfect if you’re looking for instant impact. They offer speedy solutions for screening, wind protection, and property boundaries. A quick-to-establish hedge can block unwanted views, dampen noise, and provide a safe haven for birds. These plants are often resilient, easy to maintain, and adaptable to a variety of soil conditions. Rapid growth means you can shape and trim them sooner, to achieve the precise look you want.

Top Picks for the Best Fast Growing Hedge Plants

Lonicera Hedge Varieties

If you’re after lush green hedging that establishes quickly, consider Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime' and Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon'. These honeysuckle varieties are prized for their vigorous growth and dense foliage. Lonicera hedges are adaptable, thriving in full sun or partial shade, and respond well to clipping, making them popular for formal or informal hedge lines.

Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant)

Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant) shines as a fast-growing native hedge in coastal gardens. Its glossy, striking leaves and robust growth make it perfect for creating a wind-resistant, evergreen screen. Mirror Plant is tolerant of salt spray and poor soils, making it a top choice for coastal or urban gardens needing quick coverage.

Viburnum Hedge Master

For gardeners seeking a fast growing, low-maintenance hedge, Viburnum Hedge Master is unbeatable. This variety offers lush, deep green leaves and attractive clusters of white flowers. Viburnum forms a dense hedge that can be shaped as you wish, and its rapid growth rate delivers results you’ll notice in just one season.

Lagerstroemia 'Best Red'

If you want both speed and vibrant colour, Lagerstroemia 'Best Red' is a standout. Known for rapid growth and fiery red flowers, it creates a striking hedge with eye-catching appeal. Lagerstroemia is suitable for sunny spots with well-drained soil, ideal for those who want a hedge that doubles as a floral showpiece.

Tips for Establishing Fast Growing Hedges

Transform Your Garden with Fast Growing Hedges

Whether you’re aiming for privacy, beauty, or a living garden boundary, selecting the best fast growing hedge plants ensures a garden that fills out quickly and thrives for years. Explore our selection of hedging favourites like Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime', Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon', Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant), Viburnum Hedge Master, and colourful Lagerstroemia 'Best Red' to start your garden transformation today.


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