Yaupon holly (Ilex vomitoria) is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree with a mature height of 20 to 25 feet and glossy, dark green foliage. Yaupon holly blooms with small, white flowers in spring followed by red berries. Hardy in USDA Zones 8 to 10, yaupon holly is popularly used for hedges, screens and windbreaks.
Leyland cypress (Cupressocyparis Leylandii) is an evergreen conifer with a mature height of about 50 feet. The fast-growing, columnar tree is popular for creating private hedges. Leyland cypress is hardy in USDA Zones 6 to 10 and is highly tolerant of drought.
Western redcedar (Thuja plicata) is a conical, symmetrical evergreen that is used for private hedges given its rapid growth rate and dense texture. Western redcedar is hardy in USDA Zones 5 to 9 and adapts well to a range of soil types, growing best in areas of full sun.