Norway spruce (zones 3-7): A strong, fast-growing evergreen that tolerates various soils.Green giant arborvitae (zones 5-7): A fast-growing evergreen with a classic pyramid shape.Eastern white pine (zone 3-6): A conifer that grows up to three feet per year.

What is the fastest growing tree for windbreak?

• Blue Elderberry. The blue elderberry (Sambucus mexicana) is a fast-growing small tree, suitable for U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 7 to 10. …
• Tobira. …
• Port Orford Cedar. …
• Fruitlandii Silverberry.

What can I plant to break my wind?

Spruce, yew and Douglas fir are all good choices. Arborvitae and Eastern red cedar are also good trees to use in windbreaks. Any sturdy tree or shrub works in the back rows of a windbreak.