Euonymus is a pretty good choice too. Manhattan is a good upright type with
dark green foliage, also available with a variegated leaf.

"Dan J.S." wrote in message
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What is the most hardy and fastest growing evergreen shrub? I live in the
U.S. midwest. Basically want to use a shrub to use as a natural fence
and
want it to grow as fast as possible. Thanks!