05/29/2026
If you’re thinking about privacy in your yard this spring, planting is usually the first place people go.
But not all shrubs and hedges work the same, especially in Ontario. Between our winters, soil conditions, and how fast people want coverage, the wrong choice can take years to fix.
Here are a few options that actually work well:
- Cedar (Eastern White Cedar) this is the most common for a reason. It grows well in our climate, fills in nicely, and creates a clean, uniform hedge when maintained properly.
- Boxwood works better for lower, structured privacy. Great for defining spaces, but not ideal if you’re looking for full height screening.
- Hydrangea (like Limelight) not full privacy year-round, but great for seasonal coverage and softening a space while still looking clean and intentional.
- Spruce (for full coverage) if you want height and density, spruce gives you that. It takes more space but creates strong, natural screening.
The key isn’t just what you plant, it’s how it’s planned.
Spacing, soil prep, sunlight, and long-term growth all matter. That’s what determines whether it actually works in a few years or becomes something you have to redo.
If you’re thinking about adding privacy this season, it’s worth doing it properly from the start.
Send us a message or visit our website https://www.southsimcoelc.com/contact-our-landscaping-business and we’ll help you plan it the right way.
