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Privacy trees are a great investment\u2014they make front and back yards feel more homey and comfortable, and outdoor entertaining feels more comfortable when you\u2019ve got some privacy from neighbors. Privacy trees are also great for shielding front windows if you keep your curtains open for your plants! Whether you have a small front yard in the city or a sprawling field in the country, there are plenty of evergreen trees and plants for privacy to suit landscapes of any size.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Best Trees for Privacy in Illinois – At a glance<\/span><\/p>\n

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Narrow, upright form; excellent for small-scale screening; low-maintenance<\/span><\/p>\n

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Compact, pyramidal, year-round green; moderate growth, neat appearance<\/span><\/p>\n

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[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Technito Arborvitae” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” link_option_url=”https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/product\/technito-arborvitae\/” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

Refined pyramidal form; small size (ideal for patios or tight spaces)<\/span><\/p>\n

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[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Norway Spruce” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” link_option_url=”https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/product\/norway-spruce\/” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

Hardy, low maintenance; great for windbreaks or full-screen coverage<\/span><\/p>\n

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[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Fat Albert Blue Spruce” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” link_option_url=”https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/product\/fat-albert-spruce\/” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ title__hover=”Fat Albert Blue Spruce”]<\/p>\n

Compact and dense with silvery-blue evergreen needles; adds ornamental value<\/span><\/p>\n

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Fast-growing spruce; 30 ft tall but narrow spread; excellent for borders<\/span><\/p>\n

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Very tall tree (up to 60 ft) with soft, fine-textured needles; ideal for large yards<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tall, columnar form with fluffy texture; excellent for manicured privacy screens<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dramatic, narrow evergreen with cascading branches; grows up to 50 ft tall<\/span><\/p>\n

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Upright pyramidal form; blue-green color; produces wildlife-friendly berries<\/span><\/p>\n

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Columnar juniper; 15 ft tall with dense branching; great for hedges<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Very narrow and vertical; only 2 ft wide but 15 ft tall; perfect for small yards<\/span><\/p>\n

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Popular deciduous hedge; glossy leaves and fragrant spring flowers; easy to shape<\/span><\/p>\n

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Showy white spring blooms, followed by orange-red berries; drought-tolerant <\/span>(not listed individually on site)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Upright flowering shrub; bold blooms; grows up to 15 ft for natural screening <\/span>(not listed individually on site)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Pro Tips for a Stronger, Smarter Privacy Screen<\/b><\/h2>\n

Most folks think it’s just “plant and wait,” but here are a few expert secrets to help your trees and shrubs thrive:<\/span><\/p>\n

Think eye-level, not just height<\/b>
<\/b>Privacy isn\u2019t about tree height alone, you want full, dense coverage around 4 to 6 feet up. Mix in shrubs or layer plantings to fill in those lower gaps.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mix it up<\/b>
<\/b>Uniform hedges can look too rigid and are more vulnerable to pests. Try mixing evergreens with flowering shrubs or ornamental grasses for a natural, resilient look.<\/span><\/p>\n

Block the wind early<\/b>
<\/b>Winter winds can scorch or dry out young evergreens. Consider a burlap screen or temporary fencing if your yard is wide open.<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch your spacing<\/b>
<\/b>If trees are too close to fences, patios, or each other, their roots won\u2019t have room to grow. Think long-term \u2014 that skinny little sapling needs space!<\/span><\/p>\n

Test your drainage<\/b>
<\/b>Soggy soil is a death sentence for many privacy trees. Dig a hole, fill it with water, and make sure it drains within an hour before planting.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mind the snow load<\/b>
<\/b>Heavy snow can snap branches on upright, columnar trees. Gently shake snow off after storms or pick varieties with looser branch structures.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be afraid to trim<\/b>
<\/b>Once your screen hits the height you want, you can lightly trim the tops to encourage it to fill out below. It\u2019s especially helpful for arborvitae and hedges.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Evergreen Trees for Privacy in Large Yards in Bloomingdale and Carpentersville<\/b><\/h2>\n

To create privacy in a large space, you\u2019ll want to create a border of trees\u2014kind of like a living fence! In landscape design, we call this \u201cprivacy screening.\u201d You can best accomplish this with tall, narrow trees with a columnar shape. Look for fast-growing varieties, so they mature quickly, creating a wall of greenery.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some large evergreen privacy trees you can plant in Illinois:<\/span><\/p>\n

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