Looking for more shade, color, or privacy for your backyard? These landscaping trees are sure to beautify your property.

The most-used privacy tree in the United States is the Leyland Cypress. Its soft, feathery leaves and sturdy, ...

You may plant them along fences, along driveways, or even near the trunks of large trees to add pops of color ... in moderate climates and partial shade, making them ideal border plants ...

Shrubs also provide beauty and shade and support wildlife such as birds and pollinators. Many fast-growing shrubs also ... zones of the Southeast. With narrow green or variegated evergreen foliage ...

Even slow-growing trees are likely to add 8 to 12 inches a year, Yiesla said. A moderate growth rate usually means 12 to 18 inches a year, while fast-growing ... can add beauty, shade, privacy ...

For a more natural look to provide some cover, consider one of these hedge plants that act as a natural fence.

A large upright native shrub with attractive silvery lance shaped leaves and red berries on female plants. They are well ...

One great place to put a native plant bed is the base of a tree. It creates what is called a 'soft landing' for caterpillars ...

Also, if you've got a small lot, stick to two or three varieties and supplement with shade trees for a more diverse habitat. With that said, let's discover fast-growing flowering trees that will ...