Best hedge for a garden boundary with an existing fence

Question

We've got a close board fence along one boundary but want to add a hedge in front of it for more privacy and a softer look. What grows reasonably quickly and doesn't need constant attention?

Alan · Accepted Answer

Privet  or conifer are something that you could consider but there's alot you could ask your local garden centre

Dave · Answer

Portuguese laurel is usually the best fit when you want an evergreen screen that looks smart without turning into a maintenance headache. It grows at a steady, useful pace, stays dense even in partial shade, and only needs one trim a year to keep it neat. Cherry laurel is faster if you want height quickly, but it’s bulkier and needs a little more shaping. If you prefer something lighter and more modern, Griselinia gives a soft, fresh green look and is very low‑fuss once established.

If you’re open to non‑evergreen options, hornbeam and beech both hold their brown leaves through winter, so you still get privacy without the heavy feel of laurel. They’re excellent in front of a fence because they stay upright, respond well to a single yearly trim, and create a natural, woodland edge. Plant whichever hedge you choose about half a metre from the fence so it can breathe and you can access it for shaping, and give it good watering in the first season - after that, all of these choices settle into a simple, once‑a‑year routine.

Martin · Answer

My opinion the conifer I think it’s beautiful and quite easy to maintain

Peter · Answer

Bay trees grow fast and full put well or bamboo but it's expensive.

Simon · Answer

Portuguese Laurel or Portuguese Laurel thus is what I would recommend

Sonny · Answer

I would recommend a cherry laurel, fast growing and nice looking.

Marc · Answer

It really depends on how quickly you'd like privacy, and if you would like an evergreen hedge or not . 
If youd want a faster growing hedge consider leylandii , which can grow up to 90cm a year but bear in mind that they can be affected by box moth and if not caught early on when the outer greenery starts to die you will loose the hedge . 
Another great option is cherry laurel

Kevin · Answer

Hello mate you would want something like a cherry laurel (evergreen ) our a privet (semi evergreen ) both grow about 30 to 60 cm a year and only need about 1 to 2 cuts a year

Best hedge for a garden boundary with an existing fence

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