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a i 7 i UMA 4 resh air, sunshine and entertaining outdoors are among life's greatest pleasures. But the ambience is easily spoiled when neighbours or passers-by can see directly into your space, intruding on your privacy. Thankfully, there are plenty of screening options to consider, allowing you to shield yourself from prying eyes without transforming your backyard into a fortress. Read on for inspiring ideas and expert tips to reclaim your sanctuary. Seeing green Screening plants are a superb choice, as they deliver privacy with the softness of a living element. Andy Kepitis of Kep Horticulture (kephorticulture.com) says there's a plant for every situation, but a little research is required to find the right one for you. “Your plant choice should take into consideration how much light the area receives, and how tall and wide the plant grows," he says. Fast-growing climbing plants, such as star jasmine and hardenbergia, are great to climb and scramble over trellises or arches, creating a dense, green barrier. Hedges are ideal, too, but avoid taking shortcuts to quick growth. “Planting hedging plants really close together may result in a ‘quicker’ screen, but you will have issues later with dieback,” warns Andy. Alternatively, look for plants with a tight, bushy 72 bunnings.com.au | (O) bunnings | (®) bunnings = SS Timber slat screening, an ornate feature panel and sturdy posts es “A well-thought-out screen can really go a long way in creating your own garden oasis” Andy Kepitis, Kep Horticulture natural growth habit that can be planted together as an ‘informal hedge’. Clumping bamboo, grevilleas or escallonias are fast growers, but if you're in a hurry, look for advanced specimens. If space is limited, a few strategically placed pots or planter boxes, with large plants like juniper or camellia, is a perfect solution. Roll up, roll out A quick option — especially for balconies and fences that need extra height — is flexible screening. Usually fashioned from bamboo. or woven materials, these are simple to install. As Tiger Nagel of Eden screening products explains: “Simply roll out and attach to your fence with staples, nylon ties or wires.” They can be customised to suit the space, too. g i 8 than Bunnings, photographs feature products from supph Photography Gap Photos/Paul Debois, Copposi