If you liked oleander, arizona rosewood would be an excellent alternative. It's evergeen and good around pools. Although it's slow to start at first.

I have banks rose that if trellised will give lots of privacy and very low maintence with beautiful bloom (non bee atracting) and green year round. Hope this info helps good luck bob bon 2007

Crape Myrtle

Good for hot dry climates.

I'm new to Roswell from Canada, and have found the winds realllly strong. I assume that this and the drought will have a considerable effect on the types of plants that will survive. I currently have virtually no landscaping at my house with the exception of a pond and grass.

I need suggestions for a fast growing wind/privacy break to about 6 ft. height, along with plantings that will survive the area.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

windy2much:

littleleaf sumac (rhus microphylla) matches your description. Fast growing to 6 feet. drought tolerant native.

I'm new to Roswell from Canada, and have found the winds realllly strong. I assume that this and the drought will have a considerable effect on the types of plants that will survive. I currently have virtually no landscaping at my house with the exception of a pond and grass.

I need suggestions for a fast growing wind/privacy break to about 6 ft. height, along with plantings that will survive the area.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Crepe myrtle is a good choice with beautiful blooms all summer in Roswell.