Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Suggestions for privacy screen around 8 ft tall?, 0 by garygardener

garygardener wrote:
Hi Lilystorm,

my favourite for this sort of spot i Sacred bamboo, not a real Bamboo but forms neat clumps to about 6-8 feet tall.(Nandina domestica)
Actually related to Berberis, it is pretty hardy, with many tall stems clothed in divided dark green leaves that will hold some color red/purple in Winter. Sprays of small white flowers Spr-Summer will be followed by berries in Fall and Winter.
A real good plant that should love your situation.
I'll try to add an image, or have a look at Plant Files.
A similar plant that is slower growing but spectacular is Mahonia or Oregon Grape.
Very showy yellow flowers in Winter, blue/black berries after
Ps photo is Nandina in background, Salvia Tequila in front
Luck to you
Gary