Homeowners are increasingly seeking to make their homes a relaxing retreat, where they can escape the hustle and bustle of the outside world. This includes making sure that their outdoor spaces are private, veritable hideaways and NOT subject to the prying eyes of neighbours – nobody likes the feeling of living in a fishbowl!
There are a variety of planting options available to increase the privacy of your outdoor space, including;
Custom made planting troughs around the perimeter can create a screen, whilst softening the property-line border and adding a vivid splash of colour.
Hedges can effectively define adjoining yards or block sightlines, however shrub hedges need at least 800mm width of garden bed to thrive. For people in urban environments, there often isn’t the space to spare for shrub hedges, so vertical growing options such as bamboo are a more suitable choice. Bamboo is a dense, fast-growing option and their root system does not spread out too much underground.
Planting trees along a boundary line or around a house is a great way to block the line of sight. At Valley Garden Landscapes, we provide expert advice on how to choose the right trees for your space. It is important to choose an appropriate tree as some root systems can grow larger than expected, causing structural damage to fence lines or even housing foundations. Local councils may have guidelines regarding height restrictions for trees and hedges that block views or light – these must be taken into account before planting in order to avoid any neighbourly disputes!
Further to planting options, there are also several construction options available to increase your backyard privacy –
Fencing & Trellises are an effective way to block out neighbours and enclose your garden. Be sure to have us design the best option for you as an inappropriate fence choice to suit your needs.
Building additions and barriers such as external roofing: Pergolas and even shadesails are great options for blocking out views from neighbours, especially from second or third story windows.
At Valley Garden Landscapes we use a combination of constructed and planted screening solutions to achieve a level of privacy that is both natural in appearance and efficient in its objective of creating your own private garden oasis.
If you would like to increase your garden privacy or get a total garden makeover, contact us at www.valleygardenlandscapes.com.au/contact-us for an obligation-free initial consultation.
