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deciduous trees for privacy

Looking to create a natural, attractive privacy screen in your garden? Deciduous trees for privacy are an excellent solution for most New Zealand landscapes. These versatile trees can offer lush, leafy coverage during the warmer months while allowing sunlight through in winter, making your outdoor space comfortable and private year-round. Whether you want to shield a patio from neighbouring views, create windbreaks, or introduce seasonal interest, choosing deciduous trees for privacy provides flexibility and beauty in equal measure.

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Cedrela sinensis Flamingo (Toon Tree)

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Cedrela sinensis Flamingo is a highly colourful, deciduous tree featuring bright, salmon-pink foliage in spring which ages to cream-yellow, and then green in summer. It grows with a tight growth habit to about 6 m tall and with a spread of just 2 m. Cedrela Flamingo is commonly included in mixed plantings, grown as a specimen, or used as a showy backdrop to smaller shrubs.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 6.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Living areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Magnolia Charles Raffill (Magnolia campbellii Charles Raffill)

Magnolia campbellii Charles Raffill is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, pink and white flowers in spring. The lovely blooms are borne on the naked stems before the foliage emerges. It typically grows to 7 m tall and 7 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Magnolia Charles Raffill makes for a fantastic specimen and is commonly added to a mixed planting.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 7.00 m
Spread: 7.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, Frontyard, Japanese
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Fraxinus excelsior

Fraxinus excelsior, commonly known as the European Ash or Common Ash, is a large and stately, deciduous tree grown for its rich and colourful...

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Magnolia Strawberry Fields (Strawberry Fields Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Strawberry Fields is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, deep red flowers through late winter and...

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Fraxinus excelsior aurea

Fraxinus excelsior aurea, commonly known as the Golden Ash tree, is a large and stately, deciduous tree. The leaves emerge light green-yellow in...

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Metasequoia glyptostroboides (Dawn Redwood)

Metasequoia glyptostroboides, commonly known as the Dawn Redwood, is a deciduous tree that features fine, needle like, rich-green leaves which turn...

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Cercis canadensis Hearts of Gold (Redbud)

The Cercis canadensis Hearts of Gold tree, commonly known as the Redbud Tree or Hearts Of Gold Redbud, is a small and popular, deciduous tree grown...

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Ulmus carpinifolia Variegata (Field Elm)

Ulmus carpinifolia Variegata, commonly known as Field Elm or Variegated Elm tree, is a stately, deciduous tree grown for its colourful foliage. The...

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Aesculus carnea

Aesculus carnea, commonly known as the Red Horse Chestnut, is a rounded, deciduous tree that grows to about 15 m tall and 10 m wide. The foliage...

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Fraxinus ornus

Fraxinus ornus, commonly known as the Flowering Ash, is a deciduous and rounded tree grown for both its foliage and flowering. Showy clusters of...

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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

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Robinia Lace Lady

Robinia Lace Lady, commonly known as the False Acacia tree, is a deciduous tree grown for its lace-like foliage and pendulous form. The showy foliage...

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Aesculus hippocastanum

Aesculus hippocastanum, commonly known as the Horse Chestnut, is a deciduous tree grown for both its flowers and foliage. It produces large and...

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Corylus colurna

Corylus colurna, commonly known as the Turkish Hazel or Turkish Filbert, is a deciduous tree grown for its aesthetic value and nuts. The foliage on...

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Carpinus betulus

Carpinus betulus, commonly known as Hornbeam, is a deciduous tree grown for its foliage and interesting catkins. The leaves emerge light green in...

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Styrax japonica

Styrax japonica is a small, deciduous tree grown for its fragrant flowers and colourful autumn foliage. Masses of showy and scented, white flowers...

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Magnolia Deryk (Magnolia Tree Deryk)

Magnolia Deryk is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, dark red-purple flowers from late winter until early spring. The flowers are...

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Ulmus glabra pendula (Weeping Elm)

Ulmus glabra Pendula, commonly known as the Weeping Elm tree, is a deciduous variety grown for its cascading and colourful foliage. The lush and...

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Crataegus laevigata Rosea Flore Pleno

Crataegus laevigata Rosea Flore Pleno, commonly known as the Midland Hawthorn tree, is a small, deciduous tree grown for its prolific flowering and...

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Magnolia Heaven Scent (Magnolia soulangeana Heaven Scent)

Magnolia soulangeana Heaven Scent is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, pink flowers through late winter and early spring. These...

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Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach, commonly known as Bead Tree, White Cedar or Persian Lilac, is a fast-growing deciduous tree admired for its feathery foliage and...

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Taxodium distichum Cascade Falls

Taxodium distichum Cascade Falls is a variety of the commonly known, Swamp Cypress, and is a fabulous weeping tree that will tolerate heavy soils...

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Corylus maxima Purpurea

Corylus maxima Purpurea, commonly known as the Purple-Leaved Filbert tree, is grown for its attractive foliage and interesting catkins. This...

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Magnolia Margaret Helen (Magnolia Tree Margaret Helen)

Magnolia Margaret Helen is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, rose-pink flowers through late winter and early spring. These are...

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Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' (Tulip Tree)

Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, also known as the Upright Tulip Tree, is a stunning deciduous tree admired for its narrow, columnar form. It...

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Acer platanoides Princeton Gold (Princeton Gold Maple Tree)

Acer platanoides Princeton Gold is a variety of the commonly known, Plane-Leaved Maple, and is a medium sized tree with fantastic foliage. The leaves...

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Platanus Ace of Clubs

Platanus Ace of Clubs is a variety of the commonly known, Oriental Plane Tree, and is a deciduous tree grown for its foliage and lovely stature. The...

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Magnolia Amethyst Flame (Amethyst Flame Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Amethyst Flame is a smaller tree that bears masses of large and showy, bright red-purple flowers in late winter and early spring on the...

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Acer Esk Sunset (Eskimo Sunset Maple)

Acer pseudoplatanus Esk Sunset, commonly known as the Eskimo Sunset Sycamore Maple, is grown for its rich and colourful foliage. The lush leaves on...

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Magnolia JC Williams (Magnolia Tree JC Williams)

Magnolia JC Williams bears masses of large and showy, rose-purple flowers through late winter and early spring. These are borne on the naked stems...

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Cassia John Ball (Buttercup Tree)

Cassia John Ball, commonly known as the Buttercup Tree or Cassia Plant, is a large and colourful, deciduous shrub. It becomes enshrined by masses of...

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Magnolia liliiflora Nigra (Magnolia Tree Nigra)

Magnolia liliiflora Nigra, commonly known as Black Lily, is a stunning tree that bears masses of large and showy, purple flowers from late winter...

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Cedrela sinensis Flamingo (Toon Tree)

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Why Choose Deciduous Trees for Privacy?

Deciduous trees are ideal for privacy because they establish a dense canopy during spring and summer, offering a living green barrier from prying eyes and street noise. In autumn, these trees put on a stunning display of colour, while in winter, their bare branches can still provide a soft visual screen that doesn’t completely block out the sunlight. Unlike fast-growing hedges, deciduous trees add architectural interest with their changing forms and textured bark, enhancing your garden’s aesthetics all year.

Top Deciduous Trees for Privacy in New Zealand

When selecting deciduous trees for privacy, consider their mature height, growth rate, and maintenance needs. Here are some outstanding choices for New Zealand gardens:

Metasequoia glyptostroboides (Dawn Redwood)

A majestic tree with feathery green foliage, the Metasequoia glyptostroboides (Dawn Redwood) is fast-growing and delivers excellent screening. Its foliage turns a beautiful coppery red in autumn, adding seasonal flair while maintaining a structured silhouette throughout winter.

Acer platanoides Princeton Gold (Princeton Gold Maple Tree)

A favourite for its striking golden foliage, the Acer platanoides Princeton Gold (Princeton Gold Maple Tree) forms a dense canopy perfect for summertime privacy. This maple offers vibrant colour from spring through autumn and brings architectural form to your landscape even in leaf-off months.

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

With a compact, upright habit, the Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ) is ideal for smaller spaces or mixed screens. Its lacy foliage and clusters of bright red berries attract native birds, bringing added life and privacy benefits to your garden.

Tips for Planting Deciduous Trees for Privacy

Explore Other Screening Options

If you're interested in evergreen alternatives or want to blend deciduous and evergreen trees for privacy, consider species like Ficus Hillii (Australian Banyan) for year-round coverage, or the attractive Eucalyptus Baby Blue (Silver Gum) for a silvery contrast within your planting design.

Creating a private haven with deciduous trees is both practical and rewarding. With the right choices and thoughtful planning, you can enjoy seasonal beauty, natural privacy, and a garden that feels uniquely your own.


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