Privacy Edging

Hedges, screens, and plantings that give your yard a natural sense of privacy

What We Offer

Privacy Edging That Grows With Your Property

Nobody wants to feel like they’re eating dinner on their patio while their neighbors watch. Royal Oak Landscape installs privacy screen landscaping for homeowners along the Connecticut shoreline using hedges, trees, and layered plantings that naturally block sightlines without building a wall. The right plants in the right spots can give you a fully screened yard within a season or two.

Our Services

Privacy Edging Setups We Put Together

Where your property sits and what you’re blocking determines what gets planted and where. Here are some of the privacy landscaping setups we install most often:

Privacy Screen Installation Along Property Lines
Mixed Evergreen Hedge Installation for Year-Round Coverage
Layered Privacy Plantings with Tall Trees Behind Lower Shrubs
Privacy Screening Along Driveways and Side Yards
Poolside Privacy Hedge Installation for Backyard Seclusion
Privacy Screen Landscaping Around Patios and Outdoor Living Areas
Natural Privacy Borders Using Native Trees and Shrubs
Full Yard Privacy Landscaping Plan and Installation

What We Plant

Privacy Plants and Materials We Work With

The best privacy plant for your yard depends on how fast you want coverage, how much maintenance you’re willing to do, and what the space looks like. Here’s what Royal Oak regularly uses for privacy screen landscaping on Connecticut shoreline properties:

Arborvitae

Leyland Cypress

Holly and Inkberry

Skip Laurel Hedges

Boxwood Borders

Emerald Green Arborvitae

Mixed Evergreen Rows

Not sure which plant will give you the coverage you want in the shortest time? A quick call saves you from planting something that takes ten years to fill in.

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Privacy Edging Transformations

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Why Choose Royal Oak

The Value of Royal Oak Landscape

A privacy screen that’s planted too close together looks great for two years and then starts crowding itself out. One that’s spaced too far apart leaves gaps that take forever to fill in. Royal Oak gets the spacing right from the start so the hedge grows into a solid screen the way it’s supposed to.

Customer-First Approach

We find out exactly what you’re trying to block – a neighbor’s window, a road, a parking lot view – and design the privacy screen around that specific sightline.

Local Knowledge of Connecticut

Shoreline wind, salt spray, and hard Connecticut winters eliminate many privacy plants that look fine in a catalog. We stick with species that are proven to survive and stay dense in this climate.

34+ Years of Local Expertise

Royal Oak has landscaped Connecticut shoreline properties since 1992, so we’ve seen enough privacy hedges grow in and fill out to know exactly how to plant them.

Fully Licensed & Insured

Every privacy landscaping installation is covered from the planning visit through the final planting and cleanup.

A Partner Beyond One Project

Once a privacy screen is in, it needs occasional trimming and shaping to stay looking its best. We stay available for that work as the hedge grows in over the years.

Service Areas

Proudly Serving Connecticut Communities

We install privacy landscaping throughout Connecticut’s shoreline communities. Don’t see your city listed? Contact us to confirm service availability in your area.

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More Ways We Support Your Property

Landscape Design

Hardscape

Stone Steps

Outdoor Spaces

Every property has unique needs. We offer a wide range of expert solutions to keep your home looking its absolute best.

Let's Give Your Yard the Privacy It Needs

A backyard you actually want to spend time in starts with not feeling like you're on display. Contact Royal Oak Landscape to schedule a visit and discuss the best privacy landscaping plan for your property.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fastest-growing privacy hedge?

Arborvitae and Leyland Cypress are the two most popular fast-growing options for privacy screen landscaping in Connecticut. Arborvitae is generally the easier one to maintain over time.

How far apart should arborvitae be planted for a privacy screen?

Most arborvitae varieties go in about three to four feet apart for a solid privacy screen. Closer spacing fills in faster but can lead to crowding later. We space them based on the variety and the height you want the finished screen to reach.

How long does it take for a privacy hedge to fill in?

Most arborvitae privacy screen installations look solid within two to three growing seasons. Faster-growing varieties can start providing real coverage within the first full year.

Will a privacy hedge survive Connecticut winters?

Evergreen species like arborvitae, Leyland cypress, and skip laurel all handle Connecticut winters well when planted correctly. Salt spray from the shoreline is more of a concern than cold, which is one reason we stick to species that are known to tolerate coastal conditions.

Can privacy hedges be planted near a fence or property line?

Yes, though it’s worth checking local setback rules before planting right on the line. We confirm placement as part of the planning process so nothing ends up in the wrong spot.

Do you trim and maintain privacy hedges after they're planted?

Yes. Shaping and trimming are part of the ongoing care that keeps a privacy screen looking clean and growing evenly. We handle that during maintenance visits or on our own as the hedge grows.