Hey everyone,
We just moved in to our new house and I’d love some ideas to help with my problem. This picture shows the view from our bedroom. There is a fence with 2 large bushes, (maybe arbor vitae trees?) and unfortunately we can see straight into our neighbors’ house.
What kind of plant/bush/tree could I put in the middle of those two bushes to block the view? Any ideas are appreciated.
For reference we live in Eastern Oregon and I think our zone is 7a.
Thank you!
by PerfectApplication43
3 Comments
That would be a great spot for a sasanqua camellia such as ‘Setsugekka’ or ‘Yuletide’. You can probably find something about 4′ high if you look around. A lattice panel would give you very good coverage instantly, then you could espalier the camellia or a vine onto that (or both).
Leyland cypresses?
I would remove the tree in the foreground next to the garage as it is too close and presents a fire hazard. I would also remove the tree near the fence on the left and the tall bush right there on the right of the house.
Whatever bush or hedge you plant along the back fence shouldn’t be any taller than maybe 4 feet but should line the entire fence for consistency. You might want to plant some flowers to span the entire back of the house.