((From left to right) Martin Hughes-Jones / Alamy Stock Photo – Gavin Zeigler / Alamy Stock Photo – RossHelen editorial / Alamy Stock Photo) Planted at the front of your plot, a hedge can create a ...

Create the privacy you long for without a hefty price tag by planting a “living wall” of shrubs. Getty Images /seven75 Good fences may make good neighbors, but let’s face it­, fences are not very ...

“Patriotism consists not in waving the flag, but striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong.” – James Bryce. “I think patriotism is like charity—it begins at home.” – Henry James. ...

Fast-growing evergreens are great for creating natural privacy and giving you year-round color. However, some are invasive and others have a messy growth habit that needs constant attention. Then ...

A height over 6 feet and dense foliage are basic requirements for a privacy hedge. Favorite plants include: -- Yew: Its decent height and dense growth makes it a great evergreen hedge. Some varieties ...

“Tears of joy are like the summer rain drops pierced by sunbeams.” – Hosea Ballou. “I love how summer just wraps its arms around you like a warm blanket.” – Kellie Elmore. “Deep summer is when ...

When it comes to creating a sense of privacy in your garden or yard, a living wall composed of closely planted shrubs forms a green barrier with substance and style. What better way to hide buildings, ...

I’m always drawn to the idea of creating sanctuaries in gardens. Secluded retreats, where you can escape for five minutes with a book and a coffee. Privacy matters ...

I'm losing most of the evergreens that give me privacy along one of my property lines. They're mainly blue spruce, and they're getting thin from the bottom up. I'm trying to bring them back by ...

One of the most distinctive features of Europe’s fine gardens is their evergreen hedges. Hedges are used as formal borders, to separate garden rooms, to create deep green backgrounds for flowers, and ...

Question: I want to plant a privacy hedge in Austin Texas Edwards escarpment so it's rocky soil. Looking for something thick, fast growing and can be kept to 7'. It's along a wrought iron fence and ...

Question: I need an evergreen privacy screen. I live in southern Travis County and have a 450 ft property line that has a view to about 10 -12 neighbors back yards. I need something that won't be ...