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May 20th, 2009
Living Privacy Fences
We've all heard the old adage "Good fences make good neighbors", but what about "Beautiful hedges improve property values", or "Save a Tree - Plant a Living Fence!"?
A Living Privacy Fence (commonly known as a hedge) not only provides instant beauty to your surroundings, but in time can actually add value to your property in the way of blocking unsightly views, helping to deaden external noises and enhance general curb appeal.
Here are some of the benefits of "going green" with a living privacy fence vs. installing a conventional fence:
Environmental Impact- "Going Green" What could be more Green than a living wall?
Cost- The approximate cost for a traditional fence can run an average of 60% more than a Living Privacy Fence depending on your choice of materials.
Beauty- While conventional fences or walls can certainly be beautiful; is there really anything more beautiful than something
created by nature?
One or the other?- Not Necessarily. A well placed row of trees or shrubs can not only beautify an existing wall or fence, but can save both the time and money it would cost to remove it.
A few of the more popular shrubs and trees that are well suited for the Pacific Northwest are Leyland Cypress, Schipka Laurel, Western Red Cedar and American Arborvitae. Talk to your Account Manager today to find out which of these would be your best option.
created by nature?
Ron Guildford
Nursery Sales
For more information on Living Privacy fences, contact your account manager or Mindy Buxton at 503.646.1111x1450
