Plants that Grow Fast

The plants that grow fast are mostly required for shade. Students require such plants for science experiments. They are also required by those who want hedges that block the view quickly. The information presented below, includes descriptions and a list of the fast growing plants from different categories.

Fast Growing Plants

The descriptions of fast growing plants can be obtained through following paragraphs.

Bamboo: It is amongst fastest growing plants in the world. Owing to its unique, rhizome-dependent system, the bamboo can grow at a rate of 24 inch./day. However, even faster growth at a rate of 39 inch/day was also recorded. Other factors which influence growth in bamboo plants are the climatic conditions and nature of soil. These plants are capable of attaining their full height (not maturity) within a period of 3-4 months. The vertical growth of bamboo clumps is observed in the first season; branching doesn't take place during the first season.

Thuja Green Giant: It is the fastest growing evergreen tree. Growth rate of the Thuja Green Giant is 3-5 ft./yr. This is a hardy plant which tolerates drought. It is adaptable to different conditions and resistant to insects. Variety of soils that range from heavy clays to sandy loams can be used for growing this plant. The Thuja Green Giant doesn't require much pruning due to its uniform growth pattern. One should make use of these plants as an alternative to disease-prone pines and hemlocks.

Hedge Plants

The descriptions of fast growing hedges are listed below. The different hedge plants that grow at a faster rate are included in this list.

Acmena Smithii: This plant is native to Australia and considered as one of the fastest growing hedges. A thick/dense growth is attained by the plant and it bears fruits in the spring season. This plant also attracts birds. It can be pruned at the height that one desires to have.

Cupressus Leightons Green: This coniferous plant has a conical shape and is hardy in nature. This plant grows in a variety of soil types; however, a well-drained soil and bright sunshine are ideal conditions for its growth. A spacing of 1-1.5 m. is required to have a dense growth.

Syzygium Hinterland Gold: This plant grows fast and attains a compact shape. The Syzygium Hinterland Gold is suitable for growing as a hedge because it is capable of forming a dense screen. The plant reaches 2 meters height and a width of 1.5 m. This plant is capable of producing a natural, uniform growth and therefore, doesn't require much effort in pruning.

Plants for Science Projects

Few of us also require fast growing plants for science projects. Examples of these plants are presented below.

Sunflowers: These plants are known to germinate quickly in a culture medium of peat. For healthy and fast growth, sunflowers need a well-drained soil, enough moisture and full sunlight. Kids can use these plants for science projects owing to their fast growth.

Castor Beans: This is another plant which can be used by kids for science projects. To boost the growth of Castor beans, a bit more moisture should be provided. Scoring the beans with a knife followed by soaking them for a whole day should help in quick germination and fast growth.

Trees

A list of fast growing trees is presented through the table given below.

Tree Names	Growth Rate/Yr.
Empress Tree	10-15 ft.
Lombardy Poplar	8-10 ft.
Willow Hybrid	6-12 ft.
Nuttall Oak Tree	7-8 ft.
Hybrid Poplar	8-10 ft.
Weeping Willow	4-8 ft.
Eucalyptus	6-8 ft.
Tulip Poplar	up to 6 ft.
American Sycamore	up to 6 ft.
Sycamore	up to 5 ft.
Red Mulberry	4-6 ft.

Vegetable Plants

Here are a few names of the vegetable plants that grow fast. Information on fast growing grass plants should also be useful.

• Pumpkin
• Radish
• Zucchini
• Cucumber
• Pea

Flowering Plants

Fast growing flowering plants are enlisted below.

• Zinnia
• Ageratum
• Nasturtiums
• Marigold
• Cosmos
• Bachelor's Button
• Alyssum

These plants are needed for various purposes from developing a garden quickly to having shade plants which grow at a faster pace.