Can be accomplished in two to three weekends. Fence First a 16-foot redwood fence was erected to encompass the backyard. When putting up a fence, you must first establish the two ends of the fence. Put in enough concrete that it rises above the soil and prevents soil contact with the post, which could rot the wood. Add horizontal rails, then fix with vertical boards and lattice panels.
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If the gate isn't hanging correctly and you need to make adjustments, you won't need to remove several screws. Plantings Outside the gate, landscape architect Bobbi Feyerabend adds accent plants, evergreen shrubs and colorful flowers to soften the fence and draw visitors' eyes toward the garden entry area. The goal is to achieve a harmonious look through the repetition of plants. Inside the gate Feyerabend will build beds around the new seating area and plant darker specimens, such as Japanese maples, to give the feeling of a foyer. A short path from the sidewalk to the garden entryway is made from flagstone in grass.