Many of us have an ambivalent relationship with the public and their view of our outdoor spaces. Sometimes we want to show off our hard work, and sometimes we crave privacy. Achieving a sense of ...

When deciding on the best privacy plants for your landscape, you'll want to consider three characteristics of the type of hedge you're eyeing. Our experts walk you through the decision-making process.

If you’re hoping to screen your garden from neighbours' eyes but you’re out of planting space, you’ll want a list of the best flowering container plants for privacy on-side. While the best ...

Your yard is your oasis, a retreat from the outside world, unless the traffic – or your neighbors – are a little too close for comfort. Sometimes a fence isn’t the answer, but planting for privacy ...

Your house may have a beautiful outdoor living space, perfect for quiet morning coffee or fun evening get-togethers. But if adjacent homes loom large, or your home backs up on public land, you can't ...

Are you a homeowner that desires a little isolation in your landscape? Do you want a fast-growing natural greenery screen that offers privacy? With some right choices, you can make it happen, ...

Jim Putnam is the plant expert from the Southern Living Plant Collection. Mary Phillips is the head of native plant habitat strategy/certifications at the National Wildlife Federation. Janet Sluis is ...