When deciding on the best privacy plants for your landscape, you'll want to consider three characteristics of the type of hedge you're eyeing. Our experts walk you through the decision-making process.

I’m always drawn to the idea of creating sanctuaries in gardens. Secluded retreats, where you can escape for five minutes with a book and a coffee. Privacy matters ...

Sometimes we all need a little privacy. Maybe you’d like to sit on the patio and sip your coffee while lounging in your PJs. Or maybe there’s a view of an ugly brick wall or your neighbor’s garbage ...

The ideal plants to use as your privacy screen should be able to create an effective visual barrier. Evergreens can be ...

Jim Putnam is the plant expert from the Southern Living Plant Collection. Mary Phillips is the head of native plant habitat strategy/certifications at the National Wildlife Federation. Janet Sluis is ...