How to Use Plants to Make Your Garden More Secure — They Can Make Surprisingly Good Deterrents, While Looking Good, too

Agave planted alog the fence line of a white wall in a xeriscape garden.

What do you think about when you plan your garden? Aesthetics, lifestyle, and maintenance are common considerations, yet plants for security are being increasingly requested in design schemes.

Home and garden security is important in many areas, whether urban, suburban, or rural. As part of your garden screening ideas, the plants you or your garden designer choose for your outdoor space may help in deterring unwanted or opportunistic visitors.