The hedges are elements that are essential when you have medium to large gardens, or when you want privacy. However, there are countless plants that can be used as a hedge, so sometimes it is not easy to choose a species because, simply, there are many very beautiful and decorative.
On this occasion, we are going to focus on the hedges that, although they are very ornamental, are especially ideal to have in plots where it is urgent to have a plant barrier. So let’s see what are the best shrubs for fast growing hedges.
Laurel
A noble laurel
The laurel is a shrub or small tree naturalized in the Mediterranean that withstands drought without problems. It grows very fast, and supports pruning very well. In addition, it supports frosts down to -4ºC. The only downside is that in spring it fills with mealybugs unless sprayed with an insecticide containing Dimethoate or Chlorpyrifos. For the rest, it is a very interesting plant whose leaves are used to flavor dishes.
Cotoneaster
Cotoneasters grow to a height of about 4m. They are perfect to have in temperate climates as they can easily withstand cold and frost down to -6ºC. It has small, very ornamental white flowers, and also if you feel hungry when you are with your plants, you can taste its fruits. What more could you want?
Hibiscus
Hibiscus are exceptional plants. They bloom from spring to late summereven reaching into autumn in mild climates. They can be pruned without problems, thus achieving a greater number of flowers, as well as a more compact plant of course . Withstands frosts down to -3ºC.
Cypress
Cypress x leylandi
Cypress trees have been used for centuries to form extraordinary hedges. Whether you want to have a protection hedge, or if what you are looking for is to delimit some areas of the garden, these conifers are the most suitable for you. Withstands frosts down to -7ºC.
Do you know any other fast growing hedge shrubs?
