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The Irish Sun
17-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
5 of the best climbing plants to transform your garden including fragrant flower that blooms for six months of the year
WANT to add a dash of colour into your garden but aren't sure where to begin? Climbing plants are a great option if you're low on space and want to maximise the plants you can have. Advertisement 2 Common Honeysuckle can give your garden a burst of colour Credit: Getty - Contributor 2 Rambling Pink Roses are a great choice for larger spaces Credit: Getty Speaking to Chelsea Flower Show designer Joe Carey, who co-designs with his wife, Laura at Carey Garden Design Studio shared five of the best climbing plants to add to your space. Common Honeysuckle A great choice if you want something relatively low-maintenance that can also survive the grey skies of a British summer? The gardening whizz recommended honeysuckle for the best of both worlds. He explained: "As a UK native, common honeysuckle is really well suited to UK gardens, and we love it; it has such a wonderful scent." Advertisement READ MORE ON GARDENING Climbing Hydrangeas For more shady gardens, climbing hydrangeas are a great pick. According to Joe, they're both gorgeous during the summer months when they flower, but the seed heads also look great in autumn. Although it might not be the best choice for chalky soil, it will thrive in a spot with plenty of space to grow, he added. Clematis Perfect for sunny spots which are usually overbearing for plants, varieties of clematis can weather it all. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive He added that his favourites include clematis ' Frances Rivis ' and clematis cirrhosa var . balearica , - but of course there are plenty of options out there. Not only that, but some clematis, like the 'Sugar Sweet' hybrids and 'montana' types, can start blooming as early as March and continue into November, meaning you can enjoy them much longer than other blooms. Kids will have hours of fun in the garden with The Range's bargain buy - it also lights up, plays music & is on sale Climbing roses On the hunt for something more traditional, look no further. Joe said his personal favourites are the Rosa 'Wedding Day' type: "I prefer the single flowers because they look more like our native roses and bees can access the pollen more easily." Advertisement However, for larger spaces, a 'rambling' variety might be the best pick. Star Jasmine And if you want some more greenery in your garden, Star Jasmine could be just what you're looking for. Not only does it have evergreen foliage, but when it does bloom the scent is stunning too, the pro explained. Simply pop them in a sunny spot and they'll grow fast and thrive. Advertisement Gardening tips and hacks How to transform your garden on a How to preserve your favourite flowers at home - Which plants should I be When is the When should I start How What colour of Will my
Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
5 of the best climbing plants to transform your garden including fragrant flower that blooms for six months of the year
From leafy greens to traditional blooms, there's something for everyone IN BLOOM 5 of the best climbing plants to transform your garden including fragrant flower that blooms for six months of the year Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WANT to add a dash of colour into your garden but aren't sure where to begin? Climbing plants are a great option if you're low on space and want to maximise the plants you can have. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Common Honeysuckle can give your garden a burst of colour Credit: Getty - Contributor 2 Rambling Pink Roses are a great choice for larger spaces Credit: Getty Speaking to Good Housekeeping, gold-winning Chelsea Flower Show designer Joe Carey, who co-designs with his wife, Laura at Carey Garden Design Studio shared five of the best climbing plants to add to your space. Common Honeysuckle A great choice if you want something relatively low-maintenance that can also survive the grey skies of a British summer? The gardening whizz recommended honeysuckle for the best of both worlds. He explained: "As a UK native, common honeysuckle is really well suited to UK gardens, and we love it; it has such a wonderful scent." READ MORE ON GARDENING MAKES SCENTS I swear by my old-wives FREE gypsy hack to banish rust from garden furniture Climbing Hydrangeas For more shady gardens, climbing hydrangeas are a great pick. According to Joe, they're both gorgeous during the summer months when they flower, but the seed heads also look great in autumn. Although it might not be the best choice for chalky soil, it will thrive in a spot with plenty of space to grow, he added. Clematis Perfect for sunny spots which are usually overbearing for plants, varieties of clematis can weather it all. He added that his favourites include clematis 'Frances Rivis' and clematis cirrhosa var. balearica, - but of course there are plenty of options out there. Not only that, but some clematis, like the 'Sugar Sweet' hybrids and 'montana' types, can start blooming as early as March and continue into November, meaning you can enjoy them much longer than other blooms. Kids will have hours of fun in the garden with The Range's bargain buy - it also lights up, plays music & is on sale Climbing roses On the hunt for something more traditional, look no further. Joe said his personal favourites are the Rosa 'Wedding Day' type: "I prefer the single flowers because they look more like our native roses and bees can access the pollen more easily." However, for larger spaces, a 'rambling' variety might be the best pick. Star Jasmine And if you want some more greenery in your garden, Star Jasmine could be just what you're looking for. Not only does it have evergreen foliage, but when it does bloom the scent is stunning too, the pro explained. Simply pop them in a sunny spot and they'll grow fast and thrive.
Scottish Sun
10-07-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
I forked out £2k on a blackout privacy fence – but I forgot about an important step & now everyone can still see in
Trolls said she should've known neighbours would still be able to see in OH NO I forked out £2k on a blackout privacy fence – but I forgot about an important step & now everyone can still see in Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NO ONE wants nosey neighbours being able to peep into their garden, especially during the hot summer months. That's why this homeowner decided to fork out to get some privacy trees installed in her garden. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The homeowner fumed on TikTok after forking out for the trees Credit: tiktok/@jennymarriner 2 Some people said the trees might work next year, but not everyone was so sure Credit: tiktok/@jennymarriner Jenny Marriner took to TikTok to show off the trees, but she made a big mistake. Despite paying £2,000 for the trees, which were allegedly sold as privacy trees, Jenny didn't realise she'd have to wait for them to grow in to reap their full benefits. "When you pay £2k for some 'privacy trees' but they have about four leaves on each one," she captioned the clip. In the viral video she showed the trees, which had been freshly plated along the garden fence. But rather than mature trees with all the leaves she was expecting, the trees offered little in the way of privacy. But after sharing her fury online people told Jenny she was foolish to expect more. "You should have paid £4k for mature trees then," one person slammed in the comments. Another agreed: "You need to give it a few years, be patients, it will be worth the wait." But some thought it was unlikely the trees would live that long. "Roots are going to destroy the rendered block work in a few years, if they survive that long not being planted in the ground," one said. I hate my new build garden being overlooked so found a 5 METRE privacy fence to block out nosy neighbours for under £30 Meanwhile, others were much more hopeful for Jenny's purchase, and encouraged her to wait it out. "Container grown trees don't grow much the first season. Wait until next year, should be better," one said. If you do want to add some privacy to your garden, these tips will help. Paul Parker, CEO of plants and perennials specialists J. Parker's, said privacy can be achieved using plants. Block sight lines An arbour, pergola or gazebo are all easy ways of increasing privacy if you're overlooked by upper windows. Cover any of these structures with beautiful climbing perennials or trailing plants to truly create your own natural private space. arieties such as clematis, climbing hydrangea, and wisteria, are great for adding privacy to your garden, also these climbing perennials are flowering vines that will come back year after year. Cover up fences with evergreen climbers If you want to disguise fences, balcony railings or rooftop spaces, evergreen climbers are a fantastic solution. Star Jasmine would be my top choice, it's a hardy, vigorous grower with glossy evergreen foliage, so it's the perfect all-year-round cover. In summer, it bursts into fragrant, star-shaped flowers that fill your garden with an enticing scent. Add bushy potted plants Growing bushy potted plants helps give you the cover you need, and they're mobile so you can move them around whenever you like. It's an easy way to improve privacy that also adds a good dose of foliage to your outdoor space. Choose plants that have a good width spread to grow a privacy wall of foliage.
The Irish Sun
10-07-2025
- General
- The Irish Sun
I forked out £2k on a blackout privacy fence – but I forgot about an important step & now everyone can still see in
NO ONE wants nosey neighbours being able to peep into their garden, especially during the hot summer months. That's why this homeowner decided to fork out to get some Advertisement 2 The homeowner fumed on TikTok after forking out for the trees Credit: tiktok/@jennymarriner 2 Some people said the trees might work next year, but not everyone was so sure Credit: tiktok/@jennymarriner Jenny Marriner took to TikTok to show off the trees, but she made a big mistake. Despite paying £2,000 for the trees, which were allegedly sold as privacy trees, Jenny didn't realise she'd have to wait for them to grow in to reap their full benefits . "When you pay £2k for some 'privacy trees' but they have about four leaves on each one," she captioned the clip. In the viral video she showed the trees, which had been freshly plated along the garden fence. Advertisement READ MORE ON GARDENING But rather than mature trees with all the leaves she was expecting, the trees offered little in the way of privacy. But after sharing her fury online people told Jenny she was foolish to expect more. "You should have paid £4k for mature trees then," one person slammed in the comments. Another agreed: "You need to give it a few years, be patients, it will be worth the wait." Advertisement Most read in Fabulous But some thought it was unlikely the trees would live that long. "Roots are going to destroy the rendered block work in a few years, if they survive that long not being planted in the ground," one said. I hate my new build garden being overlooked so found a 5 METRE privacy fence to block out nosy neighbours for under £30 Meanwhile, others were much more hopeful for Jenny's purchase, and encouraged her to wait it out. "Container grown trees don't grow much the first season. Wait until next year, should be better," one said. Advertisement If you do want to add some privacy to your garden, these tips will help. Paul Parker, CEO of plants and perennials specialists said privacy can be achieved using plants. Block sight lines An arbour, pergola or gazebo are all easy ways of increasing privacy if you're overlooked by upper windows. Cover any of these structures with beautiful climbing perennials or trailing plants to truly create your own natural private space. Advertisement arieties such as clematis, climbing hydrangea, and wisteria, are great for adding privacy to your garden, also these climbing perennials are flowering vines that will come back year after year. Cover up fences with evergreen climbers If you want to disguise fences, balcony railings or rooftop spaces, evergreen climbers are a fantastic solution. Star Jasmine would be my top choice, it's a hardy, vigorous grower with glossy evergreen foliage, so it's the perfect all-year-round cover. In summer, it bursts into fragrant, star-shaped flowers that fill your garden with an enticing scent. Advertisement Add bushy potted plants Growing bushy potted plants helps give you the cover you need, and they're mobile so you can move them around whenever you like. It's an easy way to improve privacy that also adds a good dose of foliage to your outdoor space. Choose plants that have a good width spread to grow a privacy wall of foliage. How to create privacy in your garden CREATING privacy in your garden can be achieved in a number of ways depending on your budget, and the size of your space. Here are some effective ways to enhance privacy in your garden: 1. Fencing Install a tall, solid wooden or vinyl fence. This is one of the most straightforward ways to gain immediate privacy. Or use lattice panels, trellis, or slatted fencing to add a decorative touch while still offering privacy. 2. Hedges and Plants Fast-growing evergreen shrubs or trees like Leylandii, Thuja, or Bamboo along the boundary of your garden can help with privacy. Grow a dense hedge using plants like Boxwood, Privet, or Laurel. It may take time to grow, but it provides a natural and green privacy screen. Use climbers like Ivy, Clematis, or Wisteria on fences or trellises to create a lush, green privacy barrier. 3. Outdoor Curtains Hang outdoor curtains around pergolas, gazebos, or patios for an easy-to-adjust privacy solution. 4. Sound Barriers A water fountain or small waterfall can help drown out noise, adding to the sense of privacy. Or install fencing designed to reduce noise if privacy from sound is also a concern.
Scottish Sun
24-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Six easy ways to add privacy to your garden with clever planting and the shrubs that'll even stay full in winter
Plus, how to keep large plants under control SECRET GARDEN Six easy ways to add privacy to your garden with clever planting and the shrubs that'll even stay full in winter SUMMER is great for being out in the garden, but it's not ideal when you don't have any privacy in your outdoor space. To prevent neighbours peeking into your garden or to just create your own private sanctuary of peace, an expert has shared six plants which can help. 3 There are a number of ways to create privacy in your garden, and a pergola can help Credit: Getty Paul Parker, CEO of plants and perennials specialists J. Parker's, said privacy can be achieved using plants. From plant variety recommendations to practical seasonal considerations, his advice will help transform overlooked gardens into peaceful green retreats… Block sight lines An arbour, pergola or gazebo are all easy ways of increasing privacy if you're overlooked by upper windows. Cover any of these structures with beautiful climbing perennials or trailing plants to truly create your own natural private space. Varieties such as clematis, climbing hydrangea, and wisteria, are great for adding privacy to your garden, also these climbing perennials are flowering vines that will come back year after year. Cover up fences with evergreen climbers If you want to disguise fences, balcony railings or rooftop spaces, evergreen climbers are a fantastic solution. Star Jasmine would be my top choice, it's a hardy, vigorous grower with glossy evergreen foliage, so it's the perfect all-year-round cover. In summer, it bursts into fragrant, star-shaped flowers that fill your garden with an enticing scent. If you don't have a surface to grow against, create a living fence by planting shrubs or small trees close together to make a natural wall of privacy. Varieties like golden privet hedging or, for a shorter screen, Salix (like Flamingo Willow) are trendy options that work well to cordon off designated areas in your garden. I hate my new build garden being overlooked so found a 5 METRE privacy fence to block out nosy neighbours for under £30 Fill in gaps with bright annuals If you are looking for a quick fix and want help filling the gaps in while your perennials and shrubs take their time to establish, planting colourful annuals will provide you with the privacy you need this summer. You can use taller annual varieties such as sunflowers, foxgloves or sweet peas to create temporary screens or brighten up existing screens. Simply plant them into a row and consider adding a trellis or fence to give them extra support as they grow. Add bushy potted plants Growing bushy potted plants helps give you the cover you need, and they're mobile so you can move them around whenever you like. It's an easy way to improve privacy that also adds a good dose of foliage to your outdoor space. Choose plants that have a good width spread to grow a privacy wall of foliage. Create bamboo screens 3 Bamboo can be useful - but be careful it doesn't grow out of control Credit: Getty Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants out there, making it perfect for creating a natural privacy screen. Just be careful because some varieties can spread fast and take over your garden if left unchecked. To keep things under control, grow bamboo in large, heavy pots to stop it from spreading and also to keep it stable in windy spots. You'll still get those tall, dense canes that are ideal for blocking out a peaceful corner in your garden. Include fast-growing ornamental grasses 3 Pampas grass can help conceal your outdoor space Credit: Getty Grasses can be used easily to create internal screens or hedges that flower beautifully, move in the slightest breeze, and need little care during the summer months. I recommend silvergrass or pampas grass to not only conceal your garden, but to introduce interesting textures. Their fast growth rate makes ornamental grasses ideal for privacy hedges because new plants can rapidly fill in any gaps.
