My question is, which "species" of trees between
these two groups are the fastest growing: Deciduous or Evergreen?

Steve, I'm just a little North of you (MV) and I have to add a couple more
thoughts for you to consider.

If you get a 'fast growing' tree, it will just keep going and may become a
'monster'. I had an evergreen in my front that just took over, so I had to
remove it. It was growing 1.5 to 2 feet each year.

I'd look at mature trees to ensure your selection will (sooner or later) be
suitable for that spot.

I recall seeing on the news a few weeks ago, those VERY tall spruce and firs
laying over across peoples homes (a little East of you?). The camera men
showed the soft ground around the trees and I thought "duh, was there any
other expected outcome"? So watch the soft soil if you want a tall variety.

If you want something that grows REALLY fast, look at cottonwood, then
poplar or alder. I'd also consider fruit trees. I've also got a Chinese Plum
that thinks it's on steroids- it sends out 5 to 6 foot sprouts every year,
and I keep pruning it back.

So, I'd look beyond growth rate.


Larry Wager
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"Steven Banks" wrote in message
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Hello All,

I have a few trees that have suffered damage from recent storms here in
the
greater Seattle area. I am going to miss some of the privacy and visual
warmth they have provided. My question is, which "species" of trees
between
these two groups are the fastest growing:

Deciduous

Evergreen


Thanks,
Steve Banks


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