Creating a serene, vibrant garden in Georgia requires more than just a green thumb—it takes the right plant choices and a solid design plan. If you’re aiming to blend beauty, structure, and privacy into your landscape, few combinations are as effective as Japanese maples and privacy shrubs. At Double A Landscape Supply, we carry an exceptional variety of both, along with all the landscaping supplies you need to bring your dream garden to life.
Why Japanese Maples and Privacy Shrubs?
This pairing is ideal for Georgia’s climate and offers unique benefits:
- Visual Contrast: Japanese maples’ intricate, colorful foliage pairs perfectly with the dense, green form of privacy shrubs.
- Year-Round Interest: With evergreen shrubs and deciduous Japanese maples, you’ll enjoy seasonal changes without sacrificing beauty.
- Functional Beauty: Privacy shrubs create boundaries and screen unwanted views while Japanese maples serve as striking focal points.
Best Japanese Maples for Georgia Gardens
Japanese maples are prized for their ornamental foliage, graceful structure, and compact size—perfect for Southern gardens. Here are some top picks available at Double A Landscape Supply:
1. Bloodgood Japanese Maple
A customer favorite known for deep burgundy foliage that lasts through fall.
- Height: 15–20 feet
- Light: Partial shade
- Best Use: Standalone ornamental tree or accent in shaded gardens
2. Coral Bark Maple (Acer palmatum ‘Sango-kaku’)
This variety stands out with vivid coral-colored bark in winter and light green leaves in spring.
- Height: 20–25 feet
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Best Use: Four-season visual interest
3. Tamukeyama Laceleaf Maple
Low and spreading with finely cut deep red leaves.
- Height: 6–10 feet
- Light: Morning sun, afternoon shade
- Best Use: Border plant or cascading over walls
Explore more beautiful tree specimens in our Gallery.
Top Privacy Shrubs for Georgia
When selecting privacy shrubs, choose varieties that thrive in Georgia’s hot, humid summers and provide dense coverage year-round.
1. Nellie R. Stevens Holly
Tall, thick foliage and red berries make this an ideal privacy hedge.
- Height: 15–25 feet
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Best Use: Living fence or backdrop
2. Wax Myrtle (Morella cerifera)
This native shrub is salt-tolerant, fast-growing, and highly adaptable.
- Height: 10–20 feet
- Best Use: Windbreak, wildlife habitat
3. Emerald Green Arborvitae
Neat, columnar, and easy to maintain.
- Height: 12–15 feet
- Best Use: Tight spaces, foundation planting
4. Loropetalum
An evergreen with purple foliage and pink flowers.
- Height: 6–15 feet
- Best Use: Color contrast, flowering screen
Not sure what shrub works best for your space? Visit our FAQs for advice on soil type, light needs, and spacing.
Garden Layout Tips with Japanese Maples and Shrubs
Create Focal Points
Plant a Japanese maple where it draws the eye—by a walkway, patio, or near your front entrance. Surround it with lower-growing shrubs for balance.
Use Shrubs for Structure
Line the perimeter of your property or garden rooms with privacy shrubs to define spaces. Mix textures and foliage colors for visual variety.
Build Layers
Vary plant heights by placing Japanese maples as mid-story anchors, tall shrubs in the background, and groundcover or mulch in the foreground.
Enhance with Mulch and Stone
Use cedar mulch or natural hardwood mulch to retain moisture, regulate temperature, and create contrast between foliage and soil. Pair with decorative stone or gravel borders for a finished look.
Maintenance and Care Tips
- Mulch Regularly: Helps conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Choose from a range of mulches available at Double A Landscape Supply.
- Water Wisely: Japanese maples need deep but infrequent watering, while most privacy shrubs are drought-tolerant once established.
- Prune Thoughtfully: Japanese maples need minimal pruning. For shrubs, shape them after their blooming season.
- Fertilize Annually: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
One-Stop Landscaping Solutions
At Double A Landscape Supply, we go beyond trees and shrubs. We’re a full-service supplier with:
- Bulk mulch and soil delivery
- Gravel and stone products for borders and paths
- Aquascape products for adding water features
- Retaining wall blocks to build elevation and garden beds
- Professional advice tailored to North Georgia’s climate
Ready to Start Your Garden Makeover?
Let us help you plan your lush garden with Japanese maples and privacy shrubs that thrive in Georgia’s climate.
You can Request a Quote or call us at (678) 763-3302 to speak with our expert team.
Or better yet, stop by our location at 7752 Cove Rd in Jasper, GA to see the plants for yourself. Don’t forget to check out our About Us page to learn more about what makes us the trusted partner for Georgia homeowners and landscapers alike.
Final Thoughts
A beautiful, private garden is more than possible with the right mix of plants and materials. With striking Japanese maples and robust privacy shrubs, your Georgia landscape will be functional, welcoming, and impressive all year long.
Let Double A Landscape Supply be your go-to source for premium plants and professional support—because your dream garden deserves the best.