Privacy now, not in five years.
Tall stock can screen a view sooner, but height alone doesn’t close every gap. Ask what the trees will look like on planting day, not only at maturity.
Before you order tall trees
- Ask for actual delivered height and canopy width, with a photo of the available stock.
- Walk the sight line from your patio and windows. A second-story view needs a different screen from a fence-level gap.
- Confirm access for a truck, tree spade or crane, including gates, overhead wires and ground protection.
- Get the watering plan and warranty in writing. Check who pays for replacement labor and delivery.
- Call 811 before digging and have private irrigation and other private lines located too.
CSU Extension says to select for mature size, sun and drainage, call 811, mulch, and water through establishment and winter dry spells. CSU Evergreen Trees.
Fast growth is not a guarantee
NC State says Green Giant can grow 3–4 ft a year in optimal conditions and reach 40–60 ft tall, 12–18 ft wide. Those are mature growth figures, not a promise that a new row will close gaps in a year. NC State Plant Toolbox.
14 companies with tall-stock wording
These companies mention tall or mature stock on their own pages. Availability changes; ask before you plan around a size.
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Urban Landscape Management
Tall trees / privacy nowTree spade or cranePublished warranty