Using Landscaping to Create Privacy at Your Home

Your home is your sanctuary, and living in Florida means your yard can be an extension of that same comfort year-round. Whether you’re looking to create a more private retreat for your own enjoyment outdoors or looking to block views from nearby neighbors and buildings, there are many ways to build a lush, vibrant and secluded space that is yours and yours only.

Start small! No matter the size of your yard or outdoor space, choosing a defined area helps create privacy fast. Add a deck or stone pavers for an outdoor seating area and cover with a pergola, trellis or canopy. This space can not only provide shade on hot days, but it also doubles as a structure to hang plants or outdoor curtains — or better yet, to grow vines. Vines are versatile, and create vertical dimension and privacy that is both lush and beautiful (and many varieties smell delightful). Bougainvillea, Star Jasmine and Coral Honeysuckle not only tolerate the Florida heat, they’ll also withstand the cooler temperatures of winter in Northeast Florida. Many types of vines grow fast as they climb upward, toward the sun, and with a little tending, your vines will soon provide the coverage you need.

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