Plant a row of waist-high shrubs, such as dwarf cranberry bush or dwarf Korean lilac, within a larger yard to enclose a swimming pool, patio or deck. Alternate groups of plants with fence sections to create an open feeling and reduce the cost of fencing the yard. Plant a single tree with horizontally spreading branches, such as mimosa, pagoda dogwood or Chinese pistache, to block overhead views. Position a single tree or group of shrubs to break the line of sight in key locations, for example, from the street directly into the house through the front door. Create a movable or temporary screen with shrubs or small trees planted in large containers.
Container plants are especially useful on a deck or patio where there's no ground for gardening.
Place containers on wheeled plant caddies for easy maneuvering and to protect deck boards from rot. Plant a row of tall, narrow shrubs or trees along an existing fence to add greater height to the privacy screen. Click here for more books about yards. Today's Homeowner, a division of Times Mirror Magazines. Privacy policy .