Types of Quick Growing Hedge Plants

If you need some quick growing hedge plants, there are only certain types that you should consider. Besides how fast they grow, you'll want to know their maximum height as well as how adaptable each hedge plant is to your soil conditions.

• Privet – Privet is a traditional hedge shrub type with fast growing, glossy, green foliage.  It can easily be formed into the traditional “boxy” hedge shape with flush tops and sides.


• Dogwood – This fast growing hedge grows clusters of white flowers (exceptionally beautiful in full bloom) that fall away in autumn and are replaced with small berries.  This mature shrub will grow up to 12 feet tall and can obtain a spread of up to 9 feet.


• Lilacs – These flowers smell nice and produce beautiful lavender flowers in the springtime.  They grow fast and make an effective hedge plant.


• Hemlock – This evergreen tree is low maintenance and tolerant of shady conditions.  Some varieties of these trees are fast growers, and can reach heights of up to 80 feet.  This can be an ideal tree for people who want hedges for privacy purposes.  Look for a nursery that specializes in fast growing varieties of the hemlock tree.


• Burning Bush – This shrub grows so fast and is so common that it is considered invasive.  Burning Bush can be beautiful in the fall, with its vibrant mix of reds and oranges.  This shrub is not for inexperienced gardeners because it can easily overtake the area and force out other plants.