between houses landscaping

What do you do with narrow spaces between houses?

Here are some of the most creative and resourceful ways to use that narrow, often awkward space.

Install a Welcoming Entry Gate. 1/10. ...
Add a Stepping-Stone Path. 2/10. ...
Choose Low-Light Plantings. 3/10. ...
Think Vertically. ...
Grow Ground Cover Between Flagstones. ...
Construct a Compost Bin. ...
Set Up a Potting Table. ...
Build a Trash Enclosure.

What can you plant between houses?

Trees Planted Near a Foundation

Dogwood.
Redbud.
Japanese maple.
Crepe myrtle.
Star magnolia.

How do I separate my neighbors from my yard?

Fencing - Traditional or Decorative

A fence can be a great way to separate your yard from your neighbors. It can demark the property lines and more traditional wood plank fences can even give you some more privacy.

What can you plant between house and sidewalk?

12 Perfect Plants for Walkways

Astilbes. Astilbes are good walkway plants. ...
Big blue lilyturf. Big blue lilyturf also called Liriope is also a good choice to plant in a walkway. ...
Cranesbills. Cranesbills are a beautiful touch to any pathway. ...
Daylilies. ...
Heart-leaved Bergenia. ...
Hostas. ...
King Edward Yarrow. ...
Lavender.

What do you do with unused yard space?

5 Easy Ways to Transform Unused Yard Space

Planter Boxes. Occupy some of that empty space with a planter box or two. ...
Arbor and Climbing Plants. Build an arbor and plant some climbing roses around it. ...
Rock Garden. Create a rock garden. ...
Conversation Area. Set up a small table with a colorful umbrella and two chairs in the vacant part of your yard. ...
Patterned Walkway.

What can I do with a large side of my yard?

Here are 18 ways you can easily transform your side yard into a usable space:

A Convenient Hiding Place. ...
The Perfect Place for Your Garden Shed. ...
A Dog Run. ...
A Work Area. ...
A Vegetable Garden. ...
A Vertical Garden. ...
A Container Garden. ...
A Putting Green.

Can I plant a Japanese maple close to the house?

Spacing. Dwarf or weeping Japanese maples grow slowly and typically don't mature wider than 10 feet. Plant such smaller-maturing cultivars no closer than 6 feet from a house's foundation, sidewalk or driveway. ... Larger, upright-growing Japanese maple cultivars must not be planted as close.

What are the best shrubs for front of house?

Upright conical evergreen trees and shrubs such as arborvitae, spruces, boxwood, and yews are excellent choices for planting at house corners. Columnar trees can frame the front of your house and accent your other foundation plants.

Can you plant a garden next to your house?

Be sure not to put the garden too close to your house, which will cast shadows; keep planting areas at least 10 feet away from the walls. Vegetables planted in the shade are less productive and may be more susceptible to disease and insect damage than planted in full sun.

How do I block out my Neighbours noise?

The most common method to soundproof ceilings against noisy neighbours is to increase the mass and separation of the ceiling. Using acoustic insulation, soundbreraker bars and soundproof boards will effectively soundproof your ceilings from noisy neighbours.

How do I block out my Neighbours?

10 Ways to Block Neighbors View of Your Backyard

Staggered Wooden Boards. Photo by Andrew Drake. ...
Hedges for Privacy. Photo by Nancy Andrews. ...
Layered Privacy Plantings. ...
Container Gardens for Deck Privacy. ...
Fences and Walls. ...
Stone Wall Topped with Fencing. ...
Masonry Walls with Ornamental Ironwork. ...
Panels and Pergolas.

How do I separate my yard without a fence?

Fill the corners. An easy way to break up the yard's edges without creating Fort Knox is to add in planting beds at the corners. You can go high in the back center and then step lower on the sides. This helps define the yard without needing to invest in a fence.

What can I plant next to my driveway?

When choosing which plants to use along your driveway, there are several things to consider.
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Here are eight drought-tolerant options to consider for your driveway border.

Mexican Sage. ...
Russian Sage. ...
Lantana. ...
Texas Ranger. ...
Lavender. ...
Seaside Daisy. ...
Leyland Cypress. ...
Rosemary.

What plants are good for edging?

14 Perfect Plants That Make For Captivating Walkway Borders

of 14. Fern. Plant lush green ferns along shaded driveways or woodland paths, or in dappled light. ...
of 14. Creeping Thyme. ...
of 14. Fountain Grass. ...
of 14. Mophead Hydrangea. ...
of 14. Boxwoods. ...
of 14. Lavender. ...
of 14. Hostas. ...
of 14. Ilex.

What plants are good for borders?

7 Plants to Use for Borders January 22, 2018

Tricolor Sage. This perennial herb is just gorgeous! ...
Nasturtiums. I plant plenty of nasturtiums every year. ...
Moss Phlox. Moss phlox is such a low-maintenance plant. ...
Laguna™ Sky Blue Lobelia. ...
Goldilocks Rocks® Bidens. ...
Sweet Alyssum. ...
Lemon Ball Stonecrop.

How can I make my yard look good cheap?

10 Ideas for Backyard Landscaping on a Budget

10 Cheap Landscaping Ideas for the Backyard.
Use Mulch Alternatives. ...
Repurpose Old Tires. ...
Go Vertical With Your Gardening. ...
Add a Splash of Color. ...
Plant Useful Plants. ...
Opt for Natural Perennial Ground Covers. ...
Build an Outdoor Fire Pit.

How much does a landscaping job cost?

Landscaping Prices. Landscaping prices start at $300 to $800 for small maintenance tasks and range from $2,000 to $4,000 for large jobs such as sod or sprinkler installation. The average homeowner spends $3,000 to $15,950 for new landscaping installation for their home.

How do I get rid of weeds fast?

How to kill weeds:

Newspaper. A carpet of newspaper, which blocks sunlight and oxygen from reaching the soil, will smother weeds already sprouted and prevent new ones from growing. ...
Old Shower Curtains and Carpet Samples. ...
Corn Gluten Meal. ...
Vinegar. ...
Vodka. ...
Soap. ...
Boiling Water.

How can I make my backyard landscape without grass?

Herb Garden. An herb garden is an attractive lawn alternative that adds color and texture to your landscaping. ...
Rubber Mulch. ...
Artificial Grass. ...
Wood or Composite Deck. ...
Gazebo. ...
Fire Pit. ...
Creeping Ivy. ...
Creeping Thyme.

How do I make my side yard private?

Cheap Backyard Privacy Fence Ideas

Use Super-Sized Planters. Buy several large planters and fill them with tall, decorative grasses or flowers. ...
Plant Trees Along Your Property. ...
Build a Living Wall. ...
Hang Outdoor Curtains Around Your Patio. ...
Buy a Retractable Backyard Screen. ...
Build a Privacy Screen. ...
Put Up a Simple Lattice Fence.