PLANTS TO SCREEN UNWANTED VIEW

Create a living fence with lush tropical plants that screen unwanted views and add beauty to your landscape. Fast growing and evergreen, these natural barriers offer privacy, shade, and year round greenery.


Acalypha hispida, Cat Tail, Chenille plant

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Cat tail, Chenille plant - very popular everbloomer...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
3 Plants in stock
$39.95
Brugmansia suaveolens, Angel Trumpet

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersToxic or PoisonousPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plant

Angel Trumpet - one of the most popular favorites...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
In stock
$29.95
Caesalpinia pulcherrima, Pride of Barbados, Red Dwarf Poinciana, Bird of Paradise

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantIrritating plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Pride of Barbados, Dwarf Poinciana, Peacock flower,...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
In stock
$39.95
Dombeya wallichii, Tropical Hydrangea

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant

Tropical Hydrangea - very fast growing winter bloomer...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant
1 Plant in stock
Last one
$49.95
Dombeya wallichii, Tropical Hydrangea, 7 gal pot
Price

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant

Tropical Hydrangea - very fast growing winter bloomer...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster

Local pickup only. This item is not available for shipping. Local delivery may be available in Ft. Myers or Sebring, Florida. Contact us for an estimate. Non-pickup orders are subject to restocking fees.
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Grown in
14"/7 gal pot, very large plant, pick up only
In stock
$99.95
Sale $69.95
Gmelina philippensis cv. Variegata - Half n Half Parrots Beak

Plant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersOrnamental foliage

Half n Half Parrot's Beak - is a rare variegated form...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot, large plant
2 Plants in stock
$39.95
Hiptage benghalensis - Helicopter Flower, Madhavi

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

A fast-growing woody climber with clusters of pink,...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant
In stock
$39.95
Solandra maxima variegata - Variegated Butter Cup

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersWhite, off-white flowersToxic or PoisonousPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantFlood tolerant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Variegated Butter Cup, Cup of gold, Chalice Vine,...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
5 Plants in stock
$49.95
Tecomaria capensis, Red Cape Honeysuckle
Price

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersInvasive plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Cape Honeysuckle. Attractive, dark green foliage and...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
2 plants in stock
$29.95
Thunbergia erecta, Kings Mantle

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Kings mantle - perfect ever-blooming hedge. Bushy...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
7 Plants in stock
$39.95
Caesalpinia pulcherrima Compton (pink) Dwarf Poinciana

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsIrritating plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Pride of Barbados, Dwarf Poinciana, Flower Fence -...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot
 
Citharexylum spinosum - Fiddlewood

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant

Fiddlewood, Boo-nge Saaree. Beautiful small tree with...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
 
Monstera deliciosa, Swiss cheese plant

Vine or creeper plantSemi-shadeShadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryOrnamental foliageEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Swiss cheese plant. A jungle climbing relative of...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
 
Solandra maxima - Butter Cup

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersWhite, off-white flowersToxic or PoisonousPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantFlood tolerant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Butter Cup, Cup of gold. Striking vine with glossy...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
 

Plants to screen unwanted view Q&A

How can I create some privacy in my yard without fencing?

Consider low maintenance hedge plants for areas around patios. They will help you to enjoy the patio and not be trimming hedges every week. Using a combination of hedge plants allows you to add in some different colors to keep things interesting. You might consider mixing in some flowering hedge plants for that unique splash of color. Your visitors will envy you.

What about just creating a private space, like a patio?

Consider low maintenance hedge plants for areas around patios. They will help you to enjoy the patio and not be trimming hedges every week. Using a combination of hedge plants allows you to add in some different colors to keep things interesting. You might consider mixing in some flowering hedge plants for that unique splash of color. Your visitors will envy you.

What can I do to make my hedge interesting?

One way to make your hedge stand out is to use a corner plant as the focus point. You could use a nice Caesalpinia pulcherrima more commonly known as a Red Dwarf Poinciana in a corner with a shorter shrub plant for the borders. It is a beautiful flowering tree/shrub that stays under 10 feet tall and puts on a show of orange/red flowers. There are many others to choose from, it all comes down to your preference

What are the best hedges for privacy?

Again, that comes down to personal taste and needs. Hedge landscaping can be just as much fun as any other type of gardening. There are so many to choose from and only you know what will work for your situation. Our customer service associates will be happy to talk to you and help you figure out the best solution for you.

Where to buy tropical plants for privacy?

Many of tropical plants to create privacy are available for purchase in our online store. We ship all across the USA. If you are in the Southwest Florida, Ft. Myers area, the best way to find the perfect tropical plants is to visit our Garden Center located at 13890 Orange River Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33905. Our dedicated and knowledgeable staff will help you select the best plants for your personal situation.