Screens

Smaller evergreens planted next to a foundation wall create dead air space between the wall and the plants, thus providing some insulation in addition to wind protection. Such a planting must be dense and must form a solid wall in order to be effective. In northern climates, In addition to providing winter wind protection, Evergreen trees and shrubs planted on the north and west sides of a site direct cooling breezes around the home in summer. Ornamental trees can provide screening of windows for privacy.

Ask our designer about screening areas of your home and property.