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Need suggestions-privacy screening for narrow space

13 years ago

Between my driveway and the chain link fence that marks the property line, is a space about 2 feet wide. I'd really like to plant something along there that will grow taller without spreading at the base. I'm contemplating ornamental grasses, but am really interested in something colorful like a butterfly bush. Any suggestions on what I can plant in zone 7a that will be sun tolerant and drought resistant (as much as possible) and still fit the bill?

Thanks!

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Iris GW
13 years ago
There are some really skinny junipers that you might consider, like 'Sky rocket'. The evergreen habit might be a plus and the foliage is very beautiful blue/green. 'DeGroot's Spire' Arborvitae might be another one to research.

The thread below might give you some ideas too.

Here is a link that might be useful: You might get some ideas on this thread
girlgroupgirl
13 years ago
I have been researching this in the past and I have to agree with Esh. There are some other narrow conifers that might work as well as utilizing trellises to plant evergreen vines for screening. If you needed color on evergreens you could interplant them with things such as clematis.
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