We all love seeing sparkling Christmas trees in homes at this time of year—but evergreens are a welcome sight outdoors, too. Our top evergreens for Cincinnati can provide shade, protection from wind and privacy in your landscape.

In bleak Ohio winters, the green of these trees stands out and they provide food and shelter for birds and wildlife. What’s not to like?

Norway Spruce

The gorgeous Norway spruce is a Seiler’s Landscaping favorite. It can grow to 50 or 60 feet tall, making it perfect for use as a screen or windbreak in a large landscape. When we plant these trees, we make sure they have plenty of space: A full-grown Norway spruce can measure 25 feet in diameter. Here are some of Norway spruce’s advantages:

• Long cylindrical cones

• Drought tolerance, which is a selling point in the Cincinnati area

• Cold hardiness and adaptability to a range of soils

• Disease resistance

• Dense branches that offer privacy, especially when planted in rows

Spring Grove Arborvitae

Another one of our top evergreens for Cincinnati is this species of arborvitae. If you have deer, this tree could be the solution. Fast-growing and coldhardy, the Spring Grove arborvitae is unappealing to hungry deer.

If you’re looking for privacy, this species can quickly create a living screen in your yard. With this tree, you get:

• Superior dark green glossy color

• Winter hardiness (it easily survives sub-zero temperatures)

• 20- to 30-foot height

• Thick foliage on a tight, pyramid shape

Emerald Green Arborvitae

This sun-loving specimen grows tall, but not big. Use this narrow tree in borders, containers, hedges and even small gardens. Fancy something a bit more fanciful? Trim this arborvitae into whimsical topiary shapes.

When you choose this cultivar for your landscaping, you’ll be rewarded with:

• A tall, narrow shape

• Dense, dark green winter foliage

• Capacity to thrive in Cincinnati’s heat and humidity

• Drought tolerance

• Ability to create a privacy screen

• Suitability for topiary shaping

Free Resource

We love choosing the best trees for our landscaping clients. If you’re ready to refresh your yard, now’s a great time to start planning. You can begin by downloading our free guide to trees. If you have questions, we’d love to answer them! Just contact us anytime.