Here are the best hedge plants to create an effective privacy hedge without a hefty price tag and a lot of work.

Bay leaf—or bay laurel as it’s also known—is an evergreen shrub that is often used as a culinary herb. You've probably added a bay leaf or two to season dishes such as casseroles or soups ...

Choose the right plants for your hedge The bushiness of your hedge will depend on the plant, as some grow more quickly than others. ‘Boxwood, Pittosporum tenuifolium, bay laurel, English laurel ...