Best place to plant: Plant these hollies close together to create a living fence effect. Locate these trees in your side yard; they’re perfect for disguising HVAC units and other unsightly items you may store there. This evergreen grows well in full sun and partial shade. 13. Japanese fa...
clematiswill quickly scramble up a fence, mailbox, or arbor. There's also dwarf clematis that grows just 3 feet tall, perfect for containers. Clematis vines are easy to grow if you follow the old saying that clematis like their "heads in the sun and their feet in the shade." You shoul...
“While traditional fences can be installed almost anywhere, a ‘green fence’ needs sunlight and water to thrive.” Space, growing conditions and climate are other important considerations when choosing the best trees for privacy. Find the right options for your backyard with this breakdown of ...
Land clearing might not always seem necessary at first glance – after all, trees and plants are good for the environment, right? But that’s not entirely true – while of course there are many benefits to having greenery in our world, it doesn’t always make sense to keep land covered ...
It’s a space that evokes childhoods spent reading or climbing trees in the backyard. 14. Tall Cedar Wood Plank Fence Source: thecavenderdiary.com The beautifully constructed plank fence is made out of cedar wood. Though we can’t see the whole design in the photo, it looks like the ...
treesandshrubsonline Botanical Name: Lapageria rosea USDA Zones: 9-11 During late summer and fall, the Chilean bellflower showcases large, waxy pink-red blooms that are truly captivating. For optimal growth, it requires moist, well-drained, and slightly acidic to neutralize the soil. ...
Plum trees are ideal for growing in a fan shape to hug a wall or fence. The additional shelter and warmth offered by growing a tree against such a structure means that your plum should have plenty of fruit. The wall should ideally face south or west for the best yield. ...
The brightest on test at a whopping 250 lumens, we like the adjustable bulb and solar panel angles, as well as the effective stake for positioning it at the base of trees. The on/off switch is handy, too. You can also take the stake out and screw the light to fence posts or walls...
Shrubs and trees can be used in a garden to separate or screen the landscape for privacy, and can be a more affordable option than fences or other structures. Before planting shrubs and trees, it is important to understand the maximum height plants will reach, as well as the growth time ...
Plants for shade – Astrantia major 'Gill Richardson' Astrantias are superb perennials for growing in shade beneath under trees or in a moist border. They prefer moist soils but will tolerate drier conditions as long as the plants are mulched. Astrantia major‘Gill Richardson’ (pictured) is...