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Looking for a fast-growing, attractive, and easy-care solution for privacy in your garden? The Viburnum Dense Fence, often referred to by gardeners as the viburnum quick fence, is an excellent choice for hedging in New Zealand landscapes. With its dense foliage, rapid growth, and long-lasting appeal, this versatile shrub creates a lush green boundary in almost no time, making it ideal for those seeking both beauty and seclusion.

Viburnum Dense Fence

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Viburnum Dense Fence is an evergreen shrub that features glossy foliage that emerges red and ages to become dark green. Left untrimmed it will grow to 2.5 m tall and 2 m wide but it is often contained to smaller sizes. Viburnum Dense Fence is commonly trimmed into a hedge or left untrimmed as an informal hedge. It is also well suited to including in a mixed planting, maintaining in a container, planting around outdoor living areas, or using to border an entrance.

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  • 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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Why Choose Viburnum Quick Fence for Hedges?

Viburnum Dense Fence stands out among screening plants—and for good reason. The lush, evergreen foliage forms an effective, year-round barrier, giving you peace, privacy, and shelter from wind or unwanted views. If you're hoping to form a viburnum quick fence, you'll find it thrives in most garden soils and responds beautifully to clipping, enabling you to shape a formal or informal hedge to fit your outdoor space. Fast growth means you'll enjoy results far sooner compared to other hedging plants.

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Design Ideas Using Viburnum Quick Fence

A viburnum quick fence is not only practical; it’s also a showstopper in the garden. Use it to create a green backdrop for colourful perennials or to define outdoor living areas with leafy structure. For a layered look, pair with smaller shrubs such as Viburnum davidii (female) or glossy-leafed options like Viburnum 'Emerald Lustre'. For spring interest, plant near Viburnum bodnantense 'Dawn' for fragrance and flowers, or incorporate with Viburnum opulus Sterile (Snowball Bush) for its iconic blooms.

Planting and Care Tips

Viburnum Dense Fence couldn’t be easier to grow. Plant in well-drained soil, add compost for best results, and water well until established. Plant at 80-100cm intervals for a quick fence effect. Trim lightly after flowering to keep the shape tidy, and feed in early spring to encourage lush new growth. With the right care, your viburnum quick fence will stand strong for years to come.

Other Shrubs to Complement Your Viburnum Quick Fence

Consider mixing your hedge with other standout performers for varied texture and seasonal interest: - Viburnum 'Emerald Beauty' offers striking, polished leaves and a compact habit. - Hebe 'Emerald Green' brings year-round structure. - Lophomyrtus bullata (Ramarama) adds bronze foliage highlights. - For a touch of the tropics, Cordyline fruticosa Rubra gives vibrant, coloured foliage.

Choose the viburnum quick fence to enjoy a beautiful, natural, and effective garden boundary that thrives in New Zealand gardens. Explore our range of viburnums and complementary shrubs to create the perfect green screen for your home.


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