Question
Hi Laura:
Just built a new home and need to do a lot of landscaping and the rear yard is overgrown.  As we tear out debris what are your recommendations for a fast growing screening across the rear yard.  There is now a neighbors cyclone fence running across the rear.  Are trees or bushes 8' heigth sufficent for screening?  The lot is 60' wide; 200' deep.  Thanks for your help.

Answer
Tom,
To find out the best trees or shrubs for your area go to www.google.com and type in "evergreens for privacy". That should provide you with many links to find out the fastest growing trees and shrubs for your planting zone. Most links will have a map and you can find out your planting zone.Good luck to you on your new home!