In an ideal world, our gardens would be private sanctuaries where we can potter, entertain, and relax away from prying eyes. Yet, for many gardeners, the reality is quite different – spending time ...

When your fence falls a little short, this clever DIY lets you get the look, length, and height you want while creating a ...

There’s something quietly frustrating about spending a weekend afternoon in your own backyard while feeling completely ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Chinese lilac, miscanthus, star jasmine You’ve found your perfect backyard, but there’s building going on in the next plot and you ...

A backyard should feel like a personal retreat, not a stage where every neighbor gets a front-row seat. Whether the goal involves blocking a busy street, hiding an unattractive fence, or creating a ...

URBANA — Plants serve a lot of purposes in the landscape. One of which is to add some privacy. Screening plants can help define and give purpose to a space. Homeowners may wish to screen a particular ...

Two houses with little to no privacy between each other in their backyards. - Artazum/Shutterstock If you've ever felt exposed while sitting outside in your yard, you could probably do with a little ...

Whether you're overlooked by neighbouring windows or adjoining gardens, these freestanding privacy screens will help you reclaim your privacy in style ...