Hey everyone! I recently bought a house, and the garden is in rough shape. Being at the end of a terrace leaves me with limited privacy, and the existing fencing is falling apart. I'm considering a few options to fix things up:
**Option 1:** Totally replace the fencing with standard wood and a concrete base, then plant Leylandii or Cherry Laurel. I've heard Leylandii can be a headache but some say it's manageable with a taller fence to control growth. The neighbors are on board with trimming their side, which helps.
**Option 2:** Just add Leylandii for rapid privacy with the current fence. I know it can get wild, but I'm okay with trimming it regularly, and so are the neighbors.
**Option 3:** Get Euroguard fencing and add either Leylandii/Cherry Laurel or some ivy. The Euroguard fencing looks better, provides security, and I thought adding something like ivy might enhance privacy without being an eyesore.
I'm leaning towards combining wood panel fencing with a hedge plant for the best results, despite it being pricier. What are your thoughts? Any advice or alternatives would be really appreciated! Thanks!
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Have you thought about Viburnum Tinus? It's easy to grow, provides quick coverage, and has lovely flowers. Just be sure to handle the fencing repair or replacement first before deciding on what to plant next!
If safety is a concern, Pyracantha could be a good choice since its spikes can deter intruders effectively. Rose plants could also serve that purpose as well!
Yeah, I remember those spikes from my last garden—definitely not fun to deal with! But might be worth it for the security.
I wouldn't recommend planting Leylandii or Cherry Laurel from my experience. I moved into a house with conifers and a massive cherry laurel, and they’ve both been a nightmare to manage. Conifers grow super fast, and even when trimmed, they don’t look great—ended up with a ton of exposed brown branches. Plus, cherry laurel spreads like crazy. Instead, how about considering a native mixed hedge? It could provide privacy while supporting local wildlife, which is a win-win!
That's a great suggestion! But I think the issue is finding fast-growing evergreens—many native options take longer to fill out.
There are some flowering cherry varieties that might work for speed, but they tend to be a bit pricier.
I love how they look! Do you know if it's better to look online for bulk purchases, or should I just check local nurseries?