12 plants that grow super quick and add instant privacy to your garden, including pretty purple bush pollinators love
These plants are a much better looking option than fences and walls
IN BLOOM 12 plants that grow super quick and add instant privacy to your garden, including pretty purple bush pollinators love
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WANT to add a but of extra privacy to your garden this summer but don't want to add high fences or an ugly wall?
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Hydrangeas are a great choice for gardeners wanting some extra privacy
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Some plants will grow faster than others and need to be pruned
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These fast-growing plants could be the answer you've been looking for, and they'll transform your garden into a lush, relaxing oasis.
First up, cornflowers can be added to gardens for some added privacy and can be grown in either containers or pastures.
Gardening fans can give them a head start by sowing them from seeds inside, before pruning to ensure they bloom for longer.
Yarrow, is another good choice for gardeners seeking privacy.
It's also known as gordaldo, thousand leaf, as well as plumajillo, and produces yellow flowers, perfect for adding some colour to your outdoor space.
The bloom is generally considered an easy plant to care for, since it thrives it poor soil conditions, as well as drought.
The plant might not be the best option for pet owners though, as it is mildly toxic to some pets, according to the Express.
Hydrangeas are another good option for those wanting to relaxing in their gardens this summer without feeling too overlooked.
With a growth rate of roughly 24 inches a year, this popular shrub not only will add some colour to you r garden, but planted in the right spot can add shade and privacy too.
Another fast growing option is jasmine, which is also a great plant to attracted pollinators to your garden.
Meanwhile, the butterfly bush another great choice for those wanting to draw in pollinators and add a dash of colour.
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A Silver Birch tree could also add some much needed privacy to overlooked gardens, and it's quite the showstopper too.
Perfect for colder climates, the Silver Birth can cover gaps in fences with it's many leaves and sprawling branches.
However, gardeners should be aware the tree is considered as an invasive plant in some places, meaning it can disturb ecosystems, so always check before planting.
More tricks to create privacy in your garden
Luke Dejahang, who works as a director at Crown Pavilions, spoke to the Express about his go-to hack for elevating privacy in your garden.
According to the gardening expert, the "key" to adding privacy to your outdoor space is using plants is to create "layers".
He described Cherry laurel and Bay laurel as "great choices for privacy".
However, make sure to measure out your space before you go planting your natural privacy screen.
"When planting them, it is best to leave a gap of around one metre between the spot and any fences," Peter said.
"If you are creating a full hedge for ultimate security, you should leave around three feet between each plant to give them enough space to grow properly."
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