Prices, Promotions, styles, and availability may vary. Our local stores do not honor online pricing. Prices and availability of products and services are subject to change without notice. Errors will be corrected where discovered, and Lowe's reserves the right to revoke any stated offer and to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions including after an order has been submitted.

How to Grow Privacy Shrubs

Lowe's Editorial Team

By Lowe's Editorial Team
Published November 14, 2024

Growing privacy shrubs acts as a natural fence and helps to block the views of your home. There are many privacy shrubs to grow, but you can try growing these 5 at home easily. Follow this handy guide to learn how to grow privacy shrubs at home.

Tools and Materials

Tools

Materials

What to Consider When Growing Privacy Shrubs

Growing privacy shrubs is an easy way to add a lively fence that enhances your yard’s look. There are some factors that you must keep in mind when you decide you want to grow a privacy shrub.

Location

Before you start the process o growing and planting them, make sure you choose a location that is within your boundaries.

Mature Size

Check for the mature size of the privacy shrub that you want to grow.

Watering

Water your shrubs regularly, especially during dry periods, and thoroughly to encourage deep root growth.

Pruning

Prune your privacy shrubs annually to maintain the desired shape, height and density. Remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Pruning timing can vary depending on the type of shrub.

Fertilizing

Apply a general-purpose fertilizer in spring to provide essential nutrients for healthy growth and foliage. Consider doing soil testing to determine the specific nutrient needs of your shrubs.

Pest and Disease Control

Consider integrated pest management (IPM) techniques to minimize the use of pesticides while controlling pests.

How to Grow Privacy Shrubs

Choose which privacy shrub you want to grow. Different privacy shrubs serve a unique purpose and cannot be replaced by others; some shrubs help reduce noise and snow by working as a barrier and preventing snow from falling on the ground. However, the process of planting and growing these privacy shrubs remains the same.