Back garden corner inspiration

[inz0mniac]

Really need some help. Completely out of ideas as to what to do in the corner of our garden behind garage. Looking at around a 4x3m space - built an archway into the area but the grass doesnt survive behind garage so it cant really be a turfed design. Would like ideas to include something to stop kids on the other side bouncing on their trampoline and looking over the fence constantly.. - it doesnt alot of sun as a result of setting behind this area..
Thanks!

 

[Sheal]

Welcome to the forum.

I suggest dispensing with the lawn completely and turning it into a gravel or paved area. LInks for ideas below....

small gravel garden images - Bing images

paved garden images uk - Bing images

The containers you have there already could be reused. A raised bed running around the boundary fence is another idea, or may be a couple in the centre. Regarding privacy, the fence could be topped with trellis and climbers planted to weave in and out for screening.

 

[Sean Regan]

Hi and welcome.
You need something to soften down those fences, wisteria is like a weed it'll pretty much grow anywhere.

 

[Tetters]

Looking through the arch...

You can do great big things with little gardens. I would start digging if I were you, and buy some great big plants - like bamboo (not the running ones - just clumpers) Turn it into a mini jungle - there are lots of hardy palms and ferns, and you have room for a pond/water feature. A self clinging plant for the garage wall - like parthenocissus henryana. Before you know where you are you`ll forget you have neighbours.
By the way, welcome to the forum

 

[Sean Regan]

Creating a really nice garden needs some long term planning.

Then tackling it a bit at a time. Starting with the bit nearest the house. Getting that right which you can see from a window will encourage you to start on the next bit.
To soften fences, you can use a variety of climbing plants or those that can be supported by wires strung between the posts.

Bamboo against a back fence is ideal, it can give the impression a garden is longer than it really is.

Quince is ideal.

Wisteria grows quickly

and provides a lot of foliage when the blooms have gone.

Clematis is excellent cover for fences.