here is a good site on fast growing tree's, evergreens etc for privacy screening:check out the link,

Here is a link that might be useful: fast growing tree's

Check out Norway spruce in the "fast growing trees" link provided above. It is not listed in the "privacy" section, but if you click on the individual tree description for Norway spruce, it explains its use for screens.

These are good for larger properties becuause they grow wider than some other screening trees, such as green giants. A good spacing is 20 feet apart--they can be planted closer and thinned later. Or you can plant 20 feet apart in two rows staggered 15 feet apart for an even better screen, if you have room.

--Spruce

The Norway spruce has my vote, i just love the "wider at the bottom" look and the cylinder shape when mature.

Thanks to all of you for the information. I love the Norway Spruce. We can hardly wait to get moved so I can get my hands in the dirt!!

I prefer red cedars. They are tough, attractive, and native. They are fast growing, but top out at a much narrower and shorter size than the norway spruce. Though normally smaller in cultivation, the spruce can be massive and exceed 100'.

Ziggy