Question
I live in Chicago, IL. I would like a hedge to offer privacy and hide about 100 ft. of tru-link fence. Can you suggest something that offers more than one type of tree or bush? I would like a little variety or would that look messy?

Answer
Hello,

Since the run of shrubs would be so long,including more than one variety would be desirable to enhance visual appeal and also including more than one variety offers increased protection against disease,since if disease strikes,it is not likely to wipe out the whole planting.

I would also suggest you plant a few trees from the list below to further visual appeal:

Shrubs:

Barberry

Privet

Juniper

Forsythia

Linden

Rhododendron

Arborvitae

Spruce

Lilac


Trees:

Serviceberry

Dogwood

Crape Myrtle (Very hardy and disease resistant)

Crab Apple

Good luck. Let me know if I can be of further help.

Mark Harshman
http://www.mahdrafting.com
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