Lower South July 2, 2009 By Skip Richter, Austin, TX region description | previous reports In My Garden This dwarf Carolina cherry laurel hedge makes an excellent screen to block out the view of an unsightly parking lot. Using Plants to Screen a View They say good fences make good neighbors. Well, there are certainly times when a little bit of a screen can help provide some privacy or perhaps hide an unsightly view. While privacy fencing certainly has its place, I prefer the look of a living fence... more Resources Web Finds Trees for Problem Landscape Sites The Virginia Cooperative Extension Service provides this Trees for Problem Landscape Sites --... Favorite or New Plant Butterfly Bush Butterfly bush ( Buddleia davidii ) is a must for gardeners wishing to attract butterflies. These... more    Regional Reminders Water Pecan Trees Making More Mums for Fall Be Alert to Stink Bugs Don't Spare the Shears Keep Containers Well Watered more  Back to Regional Reports Home   report index | in my garden | reminders | resources Search: