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Jeff Layman wrote:
David in Normandy wrote:
CamRAIN wrote:

Hi, we have an issue with a neighbour who borders our rear garden, he
has a complete view of our patio and conservatory and I wish to screen
the view. Can anyone recommend potted plants/trees that will provide
year round privacy, approx 8ft tall, reasonably priced and hardy as the
wind blows between the houses. Any help appreciated.

Pyrachanthus hedging sounds ideal.

Not if you want to upset the neighbour even more. Pyracantha is a thug, and
will send long branches out into the neighbour's garden. Those branches
will have numerous sharp thorns, and require constant trimming. Not only
that, but the vast number of berries will mean that, before too long,
pyracantha will be all over the place.

Not in a pot, it won't - but it won't grow to 8', either. I never
had any problem with self-seeding.

It makes a good wall shrub, or a good "wild" hedge, but is really not
suitable for the OP's needs. He needs something which grows up, and only
slightly out. Maybe a non-invasive bamboo would be ok. The OP could look
here (or similar - Google is your friend) for suitable plants
http://www.hedgesdirect.co.uk.

And will thrive in a pot, without daily watering. Most bamboos will
not.


Regards,
Nick Maclaren.