An attractive fencing around your manicured lawn not only saves it from the unwanted access by the intruders but also adds more to the beauty of the whole garden. In simple words, fencing is a beautiful way of protecting your garden. A number of fences varying in colour, pattern, design and material are available in market for you to choose from. All you need to do is spend some time to view some of the possible solutions and finally – make choice. There are some basic facts that you must keep in mind before selecting the fences for your garden.
Fences decorate your garden in no time, without troubling much to your pocket. And the best part of it is that you do not have to depend on any outsider for getting this task done. You can do it all by yourself with just a little bit of prior knowledge, providing of course you have enough time and willingness to undertake this task. Otherwise you'd better not try to start doing it on your own as you'll end up with no fence at all.
The first and foremost step is to pick the correct fence for your garden. A simple metal or wooden fence is about 25" to 35" tall. But if you have boisterous children or energetic dogs at your place, opt for a taller fence to make your garden a safe place. If you love little details, you can also choose the decorative fences having optional flower pot rings along. These fences though look expensive, in fact are quite affordable. They add a décor to your garden along with giving you an option of implanting your favourite spring flowers around your garden boundary. If strong rough and tuff fences is what you want for your garden then go for a lattice work garden edging. A beautiful garden gate makes the entrance to the garden so prominent and imposing. For top notch safety purposes, you can also choose the electrical fence. But be careful about it!
Now, it is time to install. For installing the basic slit fence, you need to well define the boundaries of your garden bed by placing the stakes at all the four corners. So as to keep the fences straight, you have to tie pieces of strings between the stakes. Make sure they are tied tightly otherwise your fence may not be straight and stable. Now place the posts at the distance of 10 to 20 feet from each other. Now place the fence. Initially it is advisable to partially dig the fence. If you come across a tree root in between, take the fence around it rather than cutting it. The slit fence is ideal for the places getting heavy rains. Though the fence is temporary but is sturdy enough and demands very little of maintenance.
Now, dig the fence deeper by fixing the posts first followed by the fence.
Here you are, with a beautiful mellowed green garden bed surrounded by still attractive decorative fencing.
Jo Harris
Joanna is a well renowned Polish Journalist specialising in Polish, Russian and English translation services. She has been residing in th UK for 3 years where she has made her home among the Polish community in Tooting, South West London.
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