Privacy Hedges and Screening in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
Landscape Design and Planting

Privacy Hedges and Screening

Evergreen hedges, tall shrubs and screening plants that block views, soften noise and make a yard feel private.

Many Nashville yards sit close to neighbors, roads or a busy street. A privacy screen made of living plants is quieter, softer and often more attractive than a fence. It blocks views, softens noise and gives birds a place to live. The challenge is choosing plants that grow fast enough, stay healthy in our heat and humidity and fit the space without turning into a maintenance burden.

We look at the lines of sight you want to block, the sun the planting will receive and how wide the screen can be. Then we recommend evergreens such as Green Giant arborvitae, hollies, cherry laurels, wax myrtles and evergreen magnolias, or a layered mix that includes flowering shrubs. We prepare the soil, set plants at the right spacing, mulch the row and plan watering so the screen establishes well. We also explain trimming so the hedge stays full and healthy. If a quick result matters, we can mix larger plants with smaller, faster-growing ones, so the screen looks useful in the first year and becomes thick and permanent over the following seasons without crowding.

Block the right views

We walk the yard to find the lines of sight that need screening.

Choose plants that thrive

Evergreens are chosen for our heat, humidity and soil, not just for looks.

Spacing for a full screen

Plants are spaced so they fill in without crowding or disease.

Keep it healthy

Watering and trimming guidance keeps the hedge dense for years.

What is included

  • Line-of-sight review
  • Plant selection and layout
  • Soil preparation and spacing
  • Planting and mulching
  • Watering plan
  • Trimming and care guide
Before and after

See the transformation.

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After: a backyard with a stone patio with seating, curved garden beds, a green lawn and shrubs along the fenceBefore: a backyard with a plain backyard with a patchy lawn and a wooden fenceBeforeAfter
Plain backyard turned into an outdoor room. From a plain backyard with a patchy lawn and a wooden fence to a stone patio with seating, curved garden beds, a green lawn and shrubs along the fence.
Why it works

What you get with Privacy Hedges and Screening

Privacy

Block views.

Evergreen cover

Green all year.

Heat-tough plants

Suited to Tennessee.

Correct spacing

Dense and healthy.

Establishment plan

Watering made clear.

Trimming guide

Stays full.

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Flower Bed and Plant Count Planner

Enter bed size, plant type and spacing to see how many plants, how much mulch and how much water to plan for.

How it works

Our process, start to finish.

  1. 01

    Call and schedule

    You tell us about your yard and what you want, new landscaping, a lawn fix or a patio, and we set a visit that fits your day.

  2. 02

    Visit and measure

    We walk the property, measure the areas and check sun, shade, soil, drainage and access, noting existing plants and anything worth keeping.

  3. 03

    Plan and explain

    We explain your options for plants, materials and layout, sketch the design and give you a written scope with clear timing and pricing.

  4. 04

    Prepare the site

    We arrange for underground utilities to be located, protect the house and lawn, remove what must go and rebuild the soil and base.

  5. 05

    Plant and build

    We install plants, sod, stone and lighting with the crew on site from the first delivery to the last load of mulch, keeping the site tidy as we go.

  6. 06

    Care and follow-up

    We walk you through watering and care, leave a simple guide, clean up and set a reminder for your first-season check.

Questions

Privacy Hedges and Screening FAQ

How fast do privacy hedges grow?

Fast growers add two to three feet a year once established.

What is the best evergreen for privacy here?

Green Giant arborvitae, hollies and cherry laurel are common choices.

How far apart should hedge plants be?

It depends on the species. We space them for the mature width.

Can a hedge be shaped formally?

Yes. Some plants shear well, and others look best left natural.

Is a hedge better than a fence?

It depends. Hedges soften and grow, while fences are instant. Many yards use both.

Next step

Get your free Privacy Hedges and Screening estimate.

Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.

Or call (615) 357-7797 to talk now.

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