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fast growing evergreen trees for privacy

If you’re looking for year-round solutions to create privacy and shelter in your backyard, fast growing evergreen trees for privacy are an ideal choice for New Zealand gardens. These reliable trees provide dense, lush foliage even through winter, serve as effective noise and wind barriers, and add natural beauty to your property. Whether you want to screen out neighbours, reduce road noise, or create a lush green oasis, choosing the right fast growing evergreen trees helps you achieve privacy in the shortest possible time.

Hoheria populnea

Hoheria populnea, commonly known as New Zealand Lacebark, is a graceful native tree admired for its beauty and resilience. It produces masses of white star shaped flowers in summer that stand out against its glossy green foliage. This evergreen species is fast growing and provides excellent shelter, shade, and seasonal interest. With its striking form and toughness, Hoheria populnea is a superb choice for NZ gardens, lifestyle blocks, and native revegetation projects.

Buy Hoheria populnea

From $18.83

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Trees

Height: 8.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Wet, Wind

Garden uses: Parks, Ponds, Screening, Specimen

Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian

Fraxinus griffithii

Fraxinus griffithii (Evergreen Ash) is a fast growing evergreen tree valued for its glossy foliage and neat upright form. It is well suited to New Zealand conditions and is commonly used for shelter, screening, and feature planting. This hardy tree provides year round structure and is ideal for creating privacy or defining boundaries. Fraxinus griffithii (Evergreen Ash) is a reliable choice for both residential and lifestyle properties.

Buy Fraxinus griffithii

From $299.92

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Trees

Height: 7.00 m

Spread: 4.00 m

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Why Choose Fast Growing Evergreen Trees for Privacy?

Fast growing evergreen trees for privacy deliver rapid results when you don’t want to wait years for your living screen to fill in. Unlike deciduous trees that lose their leaves in winter, evergreens maintain a wall of green all year, providing consistent coverage from prying eyes and shelter from the wind. Many New Zealand gardeners love these trees not just for their speed, but also for their resilience, low maintenance requirements, and ability to suit both urban and rural settings.

Top Fast Growing Evergreen Trees for New Zealand Gardens

We offer a diverse range of fast growing evergreen trees for privacy in New Zealand. Here are some of our top recommendations:

Cupressus Ovensii

Known for its rapid growth and dense conical form, Cupressus Ovensii is a top performer in shelterbelts and privacy screens. Its lush, soft green foliage provides an instant barrier to wind and noise, making it a favourite for rural and suburban gardens alike.

Ficus Hillii (Australian Banyan)

The robust Ficus Hillii (Australian Banyan) is ever-popular for hedging and screening. This fast-growing, hardy tree boasts glossy green leaves and a dense habit, perfect for creating a private retreat in your backyard or along fencelines.

Ficus Tuffi

With its neat upright form and vigorous growth, Ficus Tuffi is a premium choice for modern privacy hedging. It thrives with minimal trimming and stays neat and green throughout the year.

Elaeagnus ebbingei (Silverberry)

If you’re after a fast growing evergreen tree with added ornamental value, Elaeagnus ebbingei (Silverberry) is ideal. Its silvery foliage creates a striking backdrop while offering dense coverage for windbreaks or visual screening.

Alnus jorullensis

Versatile and vigorous, Alnus jorullensis delivers reliable privacy along boundaries, driveways, and exposed sections. Its quick growth means you won’t wait long to enjoy shelter and seclusion.

Planting and Caring for Your Privacy Trees

For best results, plant your chosen fast growing evergreen trees for privacy in rich, well-drained soil and water regularly during the establishment phase. Allow enough space for growth, and consider adding mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Annual trimming will help maintain your desired shape and keep your living screen neat and dense.

Create A Private Oasis with Fast Growing Evergreens

There’s no better way to create a tranquil, private setting than with fast growing evergreen trees for privacy. Explore our selection of high-quality varieties, such as Cupressus Ovensii, Ficus Hillii (Australian Banyan), Elaeagnus ebbingei (Silverberry), and more, for your perfect green solution in any New Zealand garden.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.