Top Privacy Plants and Trees for Arizona Backyards

With so many Arizona homes built close together, privacy has become one of the most requested landscape upgrades. The right plants can block views, reduce noise, and create a peaceful outdoor space — without needing a tall stucco wall.

Here are the best privacy plants and trees for Arizona backyards that thrive in our desert climate.

Fast-Growing Trees for Immediate Coverage

If you want shade + privacy fast, these are your best options:

• Willow Acacia

• Fan Tex Ash

• Arizona Cypress

• Texas Ebony

  
  

These grow quickly in fall and establish strong roots through winter.

Evergreen Trees for Year-Round Coverage

If you prefer options that thrive naturally in Arizona’s climate, these evergreen trees offer year-round coverage and strong drought tolerance.

Top picks:

• Arizona Cypress

• Desert Willow (semi-evergreen depending on winter)

• Hopseed Bush (tree-form)

• Juniper varieties

  
  

These are heat-tough, low maintenance, and provide long-lasting privacy.

Shrubs That Make Great Living Privacy Walls

Shrubs are perfect for lower fences or patio privacy.

Best choices:

• Hopseed Bush

• Oleander

• Arizona Rosewood

• Texas Ranger (Sage)

• Red Cluster Bottlebrush

  
  

Plant in fall for strong spring growth.

Cactus as Natural Privacy Barriers

If you want a desert look, cactus can double as fencing.

Great options:

• Ocotillo

• Prickly Pear

• Mexican Fence Post

• Organ Pipe Cactus

These create height, texture, and natural screening.

How to Choose the Right Privacy Plant

Consider:

• Height needed

• Sun exposure

• Lot size

• HOA restrictions

• How fast you want coverage

Our nursery team can help you select the best options for your space.

Visit Verde Valley Nursery for Privacy Plants

Looking for instant privacy? We carry a full selection of fast-growing trees, desert shrubs, evergreens, and cactus. Visit our Fountain Hills nursery to browse what’s in stock now.

Contact Verde Valley Today!