SUBURBAN GARDENS

Hedges can be used in a variety of ways in suburban gardens:

Using hedges like Green Giant Arborvitae as a natural barrier is a cost-effective and beautiful way of screening in a residential setting. Among the benefits and possibilities:

SUBURBAN GARDENS GALLERY

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    This elegant yew (Taxus) hedge not only provides an effective screen but also creates an elegant backdrop for an outdoor living area.

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    This elegant yew (Taxus) hedge not only provides an effective screen but also creates an elegant backdrop for an outdoor living area.

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    A shared courtyard at this townhouse is bordered elegantly with boxwood (Buxus) as well as yew (Taxus) hedges.

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    Late into autumn, the leaves remain on European beech (Fagus sylvatica) for superior privacy in all seasons.

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    Where homes are fairly close to each other, a well-placed hedge like this yew (Taxus) can make your outdoor space more inviting.

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    Hornbeam privacy hedges help create peaceful garden spaces to rest and think.

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    Since boxwood (Buxus) hedges can be maintained at a short size, they are an ideal choice for keeping a clean border along pathways like this.

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    Boxwood (Buxus) hedges used along with brick creates a splendid contrast between texture and color that is quite complementary.

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    A garden nook such as this feels much more cozy with living hedges of yew (Taxus) in the foreground and beech (Fagus) in the background rather than cold, impersonal fences.

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    A garden nook such as this feels much more cozy with living hedges of yew (Taxus) in the foreground and beech (Fagus) in the background rather than cold, impersonal fences.

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    With the help of an arbor, a European beech (Fagus sylvatica) hedge can be pruned to form a picturesque arch over the path to a residence.

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    This elegant water feature is made to feel even more serene with a European beech (Fagus sylvatica) hedge for privacy.

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    Hedge maple (Acer campestre) has petite leaves that make a delicately-textured hedge to frame this outdoor space.

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SUBURBAN DRIVEWAY GALLERY

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    European hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) forms an effective barrier between a busy street and a private garden.

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    A faster-growing arborvitae (Thuja 'Green Giant') hedge like this forms an effective wall to make a private yard feel more secluded.

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    English laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) towers above the neighboring garage to create a beautiful backyard.

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    Hornbeam (Carpinus) hedges can be used to form a private courtyard outside this apartment complex.

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    The fine-textured foliage of the Green Giant Arborvitae (Thuja x 'Green Giant') softens this stone wall while providing excellent privacy.

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    This arborvitae (Thuja plicata 'Virescens') hedge shows the boundary between two properties in a graceful way.

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    A lush evergreen arborvitae (Thuja) hedge keeps down road noise from the private lawn on the other side.

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    The vibrant green leaves on this European beech (Fagus sylvatica) create a marvelous border for this stone path.

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    After a number of years, English laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) can be grown together to form an arch to make moving from one section of the garden to the next more intriguing.

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    The smaller, glossy-green leaves on this Portuguese laurel (Prunus lusitanica) create a wonderful contrast with the showy flowers behind.

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    A stone walkway is guided along by a Green Giant arborvitae (Thuja x 'Green Giant') InstantHedge.

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    This English laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) shows stunning glossy foliage as it borders a private lawn.

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    The fine-textured foliage of the Green Giant Arborvitae (Thuja x 'Green Giant') softens this stone wall while providing excellent privacy.

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    Portuguese laurel (Prunus lusitanica) forms a very dense hedge over time, creating an effective screen to any outdoor space.

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    Red fruits on Cornelian cherry (Cornus mas) make this hedge different from the rest.

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    The fine-textured foliage of the Green Giant Arborvitae (Thuja x 'Green Giant') softens this stone wall while providing excellent privacy.

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    European beech (Fagus sylvatica) defines the boundaries of this back yard while adding life to the landscape.

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    A stone path is bordered with this lush, evergreen arborvitae (Thuja 'Green Giant') hedge.

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    An arborvitae (Thuja) hedge can be grown to a larger height to provide screening of neighboring second-story buildings.

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    This European beech (Fagus sylvatica) hedge is used to line a driveway and create a formal entry.