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Homes & Gardens
Jacky Parker

Best plants for living fences – 7 varieties to green up a bare boundary no matter the size or style of your yard

Limelight hydrangea in bloom.

A living fence is a wonderful, natural way to mark the perimeter around your property. As well as looking lovely, the best plants for a living fence absorb CO2, cool the atmosphere and provide a home for birds and wildlife. Here you can peruse the options, which each offer different looks, styles and benefits.

There are plenty of wonderful living fence ideas, from flowering and fruiting shrubs to fast-growing evergreens, so the final decision will rest on a number of factors, pertinent to you and your space.

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