Fences may make good neighbors, but hedges are better than a fence. Why? Well, a living fence adds beauty, muffles noises, and supports wildlife- especially birds. Also, a hedge is cheaper than a new fence. You can also make a hedge with many different shrubs, instead of one species for a less formal look. Some possible evergreen hedge plants include Rocky Mountain Juniper, Mugo Pine, and Spruce. Good deciduous hedge plants include Lilacs, Serviceberry, Cotoneaster and Chokecherry. Remember a hedge needs pruning once a year.
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