Screening a Neighbor's Camper: Narrow, Shade-Tolerant Evergreen Options

Best Plant: 'Emerald Green' Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green' grows 12–15 ft tall but only 2–3 ft wide, adding ~1 ft/year. It tolerates partial shade and root competition from nearby maples. Buy 5–6 ft specimens for instant screening.

Planting in Tight Spaces

• Space 2–3 ft apart on center.
• Dig wide holes, amend with compost.
• Water deeply weekly the first year.
• Shear lightly once a year to maintain density.

Alternatives

If arborvitae isn't available, consider 'Sky Pencil' holly (Ilex crenata) or columnar junipers. Avoid broad shrubs that will encroach on the driveway or barn.