Need Help After Neighbour’s Hedge Removal – Garden Issues!

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Asked By gArDeNn3R123 On

Hey everyone, I'm having a bit of a situation after my neighbor took out all the hedges, trees, and shrubs that separated our gardens. Previously, their garden was pretty overgrown, so I get it, but they went way too far and even removed a 20-foot tree! Now I feel super exposed since my garden is completely bare. To make matters worse, after it rains, my garden gets waterlogged, especially near the back where it slopes toward their fence. There are gaps between the fence and the ground, so it's not just the fence trapping the water, but I'm not sure how to handle this. I've got two main questions: First, the 16-foot evergreen tree that fell over still seems connected to its roots—can I stand it back up and stabilize it? Second, how can I fix the waterlogging issue? Would planting bushes and shrubs help, or do I need to call in landscapers to fix how the water pools?

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Answered By natureLover99 On

Replanting a hedge could definitely help! Fast-growing plants like hawthorn, dogwood, guelder rose, or dog rose would be great for wildlife and can give you back some privacy. If you have space, consider adding elder or damson trees for a little extra enjoyment. As for that fallen tree, definitely have someone come out to assess it. They’ll give you the best advice on whether it can be saved or needs to come down.

Answered By s0lutionSeeker On

I totally get that this situation is frustrating! Since it's your neighbor's garden, they can do what they want, but that doesn't make it easier for you. For the waterlogging, consider planting water-loving plants like willows or dogwood, but be cautious not to plant them too close to buildings as they can cause subsidence. Hydrangeas, ferns, and lilies could also help. Adding a French drain around the edges might be a solid step too. As for the fallen tree, if it’s still attached by roots, see if you can prop it back up and stabilize it! Maybe get a professional to take a look, just to be safe.

gArDeNn3R123 -

Thanks! Good point about the plants and making sure they’re not too close to my house. I'll look into the drain option too.

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