...sorta like the over-enthusiastic realtor that lists a secluded property with a pristine 4 ac pond...that accurately measures 2 ac.
I believe that I am over the Thuja alarm; thanks for the feedback. Quite frankly, I would really like to plant Austrian Pines in this area. The needle drop is a non-issue in the area. At my principal residence, I have grown them next to Norway Spruce in full sun and they have dwarfed them in this first 9 years. Unfortunately, tho, in the area that I want to create this "screen" there is existing hardwood timber that, even after clearing the smaller trees, will provide alot of shade thru alot of the day. Austrian require full sun, from what I read. At least Norway Spruce are a little more shade tolerant. I need a conifer, fast grower, shade tolerant, fairly wide growth, and not a deer magnet. Not too much to ask.
(ps; Eric...thanks for the idea, but Leyland Cypress won't make it in the heart of zone 5...from what I read :rolleyes: ...thx)
