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maggiegerrie

backyard landscape in shade

7 years ago
I am looking for ideas for my backyard and to improve privacy. There is an old iron fence between my neighbors property and mine. Due to easement issues we cannot continue to cedar fence along the back yard at this point. What could I plant back there to help with privacy? The “stick” like trees are rise of Sharon plants planted by previous homeowner. They only grow straight up and have not flowered in the year and a half that I have lived here... I am in zone 6a! I would love any input or suggestions. Thanks for your time!

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