New York already offers in-state students one of the lowest tuition rates in the nation. Current full-time tuition at four-year State University of New York schools for residents is $6,470; at two-year community colleges, the cost is $4,350. Full-time costs for City University of New York schools are about the same.
Weigela florida 'Polka' is a vigorous shrub that grows 5 feet tall and wide and features yellow-throat, pink flowers continuously from early summer to early fall.
Rose of Sharon get big, this is a large shrub. If you were to plant them 3 feet apart you're still only leaving 1 1/2 ft. spread per plant. Even that really isn't enough room I don't think. And I'm thinking this plant isn't going to be a good screen from the neighbor you don't want.