Tree & Shrub Quantity Calculator

Figure out how many plants you need for hedge rows, grid layouts, or perimeter planting. Compare costs across plant sizes to plan your budget.

Tree / Shrub Quantity Calculator

Total Linear Feet

Spacing Between Plants (ft)

Number of Rows

Price Per Plant (edit to match local rates)

1-Gallon ($)

5-Gallon ($)

15-Gallon ($)

Plants Needed

4 ft spacing

Lowest Cost (1-Gal)

$104.00

$8.00 per plant

Cost Range

$104.00 – $845.00

1-gal to 15-gal

Cost per Linear Ft (1-Gal)

$2.08

Cost per Linear Ft (5-Gal)

$6.50

Cost per Linear Ft (15-Gal)

$16.90

Purchase Option	Quantity	Est. Cost
1-Gallon plantsBest value	13 plants	$104.00
5-Gallon plants	13 plants	$325.00
15-Gallon plants	13 plants	$845.00

You need 13 plants — budget $104.00 to $845.00For a 50 ft hedge with 4 ft spacing, 1-gallon plants are the most economical and will fill in within 2-3 growing seasons. Use 5-gallon for faster privacy or 15-gallon for immediate screening.

Consider a double row for privacyA single hedge row will have visible gaps between plants for several years. Adding a second staggered row doubles the plant count but creates a much denser screen from the start. Increase "Number of Rows" to 2 to see the difference.

This is an estimate only. Actual plant counts depend on species, growth habit, and desired density. Spacing recommendations vary by plant type — check with your local nursery for species-specific guidance. Prices vary by region and species.