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10 Ways to Create Privacy Without a Fence

August 15, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on November 1st, 2021 at 08:34 pm

There used to be a time when you could lounge in your backyard without worrying about being seen. That was, until your neighborhood expanded! Fences are a great way to add privacy and a sense of safety to your back yard area. Contrary to popular belief, fences are not the only ways to create privacy in your yard. If you are looking to create a more intimate garden area this summer, try incorporating one of these ideas.

Fences are not for everyone. You've heard it said ' Don't fence me in". IF you prefer the look of something besides a fence, but still would like privacy, read this post. There are so many options with plants to create a beautiful more natural looking wall of privacy. Read on for more info. #privacyideas #privacyplants #beesandrosesblog
Contents
1 Layered Living Fences for Backyard Privacy
2 Deck Privacy Basics
3 Pergolas for Backyard Privacy

Layered Living Fences for Backyard Privacy

A living fence is the fancy term for a barrier made out of a living plant or tree. If you have a larger yard, create a layered living fence. Layer evergreen trees and long grasses around your yard. This creates a natural look around your yard and doubles as an excellent source of shade.

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

Deck Privacy Basics

If you are lacking some personal space around your deck, use potted plants as a privacy screen. Bamboo would be a terrific option!

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

For a tasty twist, grow bell peppers in pots, and line them around your deck!

Pergolas for Backyard Privacy

Ideal for a small porch space, a pergola with panels is a great way to enclose your sitting area from wandering eyes.

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

Lattice

Use light weight lattice work to create a semi transparent screen. Lattice work is really lightweight and can be moved around the yard when the need arises.

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

Fountains

If it is noise you are worried about, use a fountain to hide sounds! A great way to cancel out noise and replace it with a relaxing water feature.

Hanging Pots 

Hang potted plants in tiers around your porch. Choose plants that grow rapidly and create a vine looking effect.

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

Outdoor Curtains

If the last pergola idea wasn’t for you, try using some curtains to create some privacy.

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

Hedge Walls 

Another variation on the living fence idea. This idea takes some time to grow and develop, but can be the greatest option for a living fence around.

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

Repurposed Drawers

Use an old door as a great privacy screen. Connect the doors with hinges and place around your backyard, Idea from Listotic. 

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

Faux Ivy

If real ivy isn’t of interest to you, purchase some fake ivy and weave in between your fence posts.

10 Ways to Creative Privacy Without a Fence

Filed Under: All Things Garden, Landscaping, Outdoor DIY Tagged With: DIY, gardening, fences, diy fences, landscaping

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