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- BEAUTYBERRY
The beautyberry is a fast-growing shrub that can grow up to a foot per year and can reach a height of around ten feet when mature. Pruning the plant in the early spring is recommended as it can increase the production of its red berries in the fall. Beautyberry thrives in full to partial sunlight and is hardy in planting zones five through seven.
- LEYLANDII
The tree is a hybrid of Alaskan cedar and Monterey cypress, and it’s notorious for its rapid growth, which can make it difficult to manage. However, with regular pruning, the plant can be kept under control. It’s important to note that if left to grow unchecked, this tree can grow up to 60 feet tall and increase by up to three feet per year. The tree thrives in full to partial sunlight and is hardy in planting zones six through ten.
- LILAC
Lilacs are beloved shrub that adds beauty and fragrance to any landscape. To ensure their growth, it’s important to plant them in full sunlight. Lilacs thrive best in planting zones three through seven. At maturity, a lilac bush can reach up to twelve feet in height, growing at an average of one foot per year. Consider these factors when deciding if this classic shrub is a good fit for your garden.
- MOCK ORANGE
The mock orange shrub is renowned for its fragrant white blooms, which give off a scent reminiscent of oranges. Despite its name, this shrub doesn’t produce any fruit. It thrives in planting zones four through eight and requires full to partial sunlight for optimal growth. At maturity, the mock orange can reach heights of up to ten feet. While growing, it typically adds about two feet per year. If you’re considering adding this plant to your landscape, keep these factors in mind.
- PRIVET
To wrap up our list of fast-growing shrubs suitable for privacy, we have privet. It’s a classic choice for a privacy hedge due to its fast growth rate and ease of pruning. Besides privacy, privet also offers blooming and fruit production throughout the winter months. When planting privet, ensure that it’s in a location with full to partial sunlight and in planting zones five through eight.
This shrub can reach a height of four to fifteen feet tall at maturity, growing around two feet per year until it reaches that stage. Remember to choose a shrub or small tree that suits your planting zone and growing space. Use this list as a guide to find the best plant for your location and enjoy the added natural beauty and privacy around your home.
