If you’re looking to create an area of privacy in your yard, look no further than an evergreen hedge row. Sure you can use a fence, wall, specialty or designed paneling to screen an area but, installing evergreen hedge shrubs gives it a more natural look that will blend in with the existing landscape. Plus, it’s often a less expensive option. Not sure what evergreen hedge plants to look for? Read on to learn about evergreens for hedges. About Hedging Evergreens Despite the name, all evergreens lose some leaves each year. Compared to deciduous plants, though, they still keep enough foliage to provide year round screening. There are essentially two types of evergreen: broadleaved and narrow leaved. Narrow leaved evergreens such as pines and junipers have needle-like foliage which stays on the tree for a couple of years more, while broadleaved types lose older leaves during the winter or early […]
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