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Planting along fence

20 years ago

The property line at the bottom of my garden has an ugly chain link fence which I'd like to obliterate, but barring that, it would be nice to hide it, and I'm wondering what shrubs or small trees would be suitable. A septic drain field is approximately 8' from the fence and parallels it for about 30'. Then fence itself is 65' long.

I'd sure appreciate ideas. Thanks in advance. :)

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flowerthyme
20 years ago
Climbing roses or other vines, like jasmin, honeysuckle, clematis might be able to hide it.
morag01
Original Author
20 years ago
Thanks, flowerthyme. I've considered vines and will put some in, but I'd also like a tree or two,or large shrubs, but I'm worried about the roots invading the septic field. Are there any trees with non-invasive, or less invasive roots, other than evergreens.
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