Every time you look to install a new fence, you are probably looking at the bigger picture.
Every time you look to install a new fence, you are probably looking at the bigger picture. What will it all be like once the fence is up? Should there be gates? If so, how many gates? How tall can it be? Do I need to contain livestock? These are all great questions, but here’s one you might not have thought of before: how do I install a new fence around my treeline? Well, it’s time to find out more!
Placing the Fence Between Trees
One idea to start with is putting the fence between the trees rather than around them. This choice depends on the location of your property lines. If they both overlap, then you can add new fence posts and boards between them, leaving appropriate gaps for the trees themselves. It looks elegant and aesthetically pleasing. Just don’t use fence nails to hold the posts in place – this sounds like strange advice, but you don’t want to risk damaging the trees. However, this design also has a few pitfalls – for example, the fence isn’t as stable and secure as it could be. On top of that, you’ve got to think about how old the tree is and if it can still grow in the future.
How to “Curve” the New Fence
An alternative is to curve the new fence. What does this mean, exactly? In short, you can pen the trees in or keep them outside of the fence entirely. You’ll be able to maximize your yard space – as long as you stay within the bounds of your property lines. Also, be sure to give the trees some space so they can grow. One more thing – this approach could lead to disputes with your neighbors, so talk to them and discuss the possibilities – they might have some helpful ideas as well!
Integrating the Trees into the Fence’s Design
While integrating the trees into your new fence’s design sounds similar to the first tip we outlined above, it is still a tad different. For this idea to pay off, you’ll have to account for the tree’s shape and size. Moreover, the amount of yard space and number of trees will be important factors that you can’t ignore. Even so, you can mimic a trellis design and even create so-called “windows” with your trees.
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