Suggestions for 3 trees which would ‘go together’

Theresa May Not

Thanks so much fairygirl . Have just looked it up. Looks pretty but think its not evergreen if i am right? Then again, i saw some bare trees on a road last week, which still gave lots of screening, (not sure what these ones are), so maybe any mess would be worth it

Fairygirl

Sorry - no not evergreen, but they're very good as a screen, as you have a good framework. 
The biggest problem with evergreens is that they can be a bit dull, and I say that as someone who has quite a lot, because winters last a long time, and it's good to have plenty to look at. 
If your soil was suitable, things like Pieris would be good. They have more interest than Rhodos and Camellias etc. Neutral to acidic is what they like. 

AnniD

Amelanchier varieties are lovely shrub/trees but not evergreen sadly which l think is your main criteria?  I agree that Azara is lovely but possibly on the tender side ?

Theresa May Not

You’ve got me thinking now!. Yes my area is exposed. If i put whichever 3m - 4m evergreen tree or shrub-tree thing, in a rootex bag , and plant it in the ground, i could then possibly use whatever soil is best? Or is there an easier way.? I just saw a holly called golden king which is gorgeous, but i think i may be dead by the time it reaches the right height. 😀

Fairygirl

I'm not sure what a rootex bag is. Is it one of the kinds that has holes in the sides?
That wouldn't really work. Eventually, roots get beyond them and into the surrounding soil, so if it isn't suitable the shrubs wouldn't thrive at all. 
Another alternative is something like Viburnum. Some are evergreen, and not fussy as to soil. 

Theresa May Not

Ooh, viburnum, that looks like a possible one. Thankyou. Ps here is a rootex bag... https://www.gardenselect.co.uk/products/rootex-bag

Fairygirl

I don't think you'd need any of those if you choose the right shrubs @Theresa May Not  
Restricting roots means you also restrict the overall size, but I don't think that would be a problem if you pick something like a viburnum anyway. They're easy enough to prune a bit if needed too, and the roots aren't invasive 

Theresa May Not

Brilliant. Thanks so much fairygirl. I shall go on the look out for a Semi mature species of viburnum. 

Fairygirl

I wouldn't buy anything too mature, unless you're able to look after it. Mature specimens of anything are harder to establish.
Something in a 10 litre pot would be ideal, especially at this time of year, when weather means it's easier for them to get their roots down, and out into the ground more easily 

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AnniD said:

Although the designer has suggested it, you don't have to take it as gospel.   
As @Fairygirl says, it seems pretty tight to me as well. There are other ways of breaking up/ blocking views such as pergolas etc. although without a photo it does make things a bit more difficult. 
If you are at all worried, l would politely decline and ask him if he can suggest something else. A good designer should be able to do that.
He may be an expert in his field, but it's your garden and you are the ones who have to live with and maintain it.

I'm stunned that the designer suggests three trees as a cluster 4m from the house. Also, a group of evergreen trees would probably look rather odd. Something just doesn't sound right here. @Theresa May Not what is the eyesore you are trying to block?

I would have suggested Hoheria but you don't have the soil conditions for it. How tall do the trees need to be? If you can't post a photo of your garden could you post a copy of the design, personal details omitted? Is it views into your house from other properties you are trying to screen?