If you need privacy in your yard, but don’t want to—or can’t—install a fence, you still have plenty of options. There’s a great selection of trees, shrubs, and vines that can help you turn your property into a secluded retreat. Check out this list of our favorites.
1. Cacti
Give your backyard a modern twist by planting cacti. It’s perfect when you’re situated in an area with hot, dry climate.
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2. Boxwood
Boxwood also makes a lovely option for the ground. It adds English garden-style charm when trimmed into spheres or hedges. If height isn’t a major factor with your privacy screen, you don’t need to wait for the boxwood to grow tall before achieving the results you desire.
3. Artificial boxwood
If you don’t have time to grow those hedges for your backyard, or you don’t want to spend for its maintenance and upkeep, go for artificial plants.
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4. Bamboo
Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants in the world, so it can create a lush and exotic privacy screen very quickly. Some varieties of bamboo are invasive, so choose a slow-spreading, clumping variety, or consider planting it in large raised planters to keep it under control.
5. Privet
When choosing privet as a backyard privacy plant, consider the space you have since privet may take time to grow into lush hedges. Hire a landscaper in this case.
6. Italian Buckthorn
You should consider the Italian Buckthorn for your needs, as they grow quickly and do not demand a lot in maintenance. It’s upright formation looks very neat and manicured, enhancing the overall look of your backyard.
Also, if you have a dreary-looking wall or a structure that does not need complete coverage, this plant type will make a great choice.
7. Vines
If you already have a fence installed but it seems not enough for giving some privacy to your property, add in some vines! A good vine is Clematis, which grows quickly and is able to produce blooms that will enhance the appeal of your backyard.
8. Arborvitae
Arborvitae is great if planted with other species. Achieve that lush backyard garden with arborvitae and other trees and shrubs like boxwood.
9. Red Twig Dogwood
It is deciduous, but when it sheds all leaves in fall, it displays a bright seasonal thicket of red branches. Besides, it can tolerate extremes in temperature and even soggy soils. This fast-growing shrub can reach roughly 8 ft in height and 10 ft in width, providing an impressive display in your yard.
10. Chocolate Vine
If you already have a fence with gaps or openings, the chocolate vine is a great way to fill those spots. This perennial climber, also known as five-leaf akebia, grows rapidly on a trellis or fence, providing a thick mesh of green leaves and sweet-smelling purple blooms in early summer.
