URBAN OUTDOOR FURNITURE

Creating a private, green retreat in the city starts with the right plants around your outdoor furniture. For quick, tall screens, consider Bamboo (choose clumping varieties like Fargesia to control spread), Emerald Green Arborvitae, or Skip Laurel. These evergreen options provide year-round coverage. In containers flanking your seating, use ornamental grasses like Purple Fountain Grass, large-leafed plants such as Hostas or Elephant Ears, and trailing vines like Sweet Potato Vine or Ivy for lush layers. Don't forget vertical space: install a trellis with fast-growing climbers like Clematis, Star Jasmine, or Morning Glories. For multi-sensory privacy, incorporate fragrant herbs like Rosemary and Lavender in pots. Choose plants based on your light conditions—Ferns and Hydrangeas for shade; Grasses and Lavender for sun. Water consistently, especially for container plants, and use large pots with good drainage to support healthy root growth. This layered approach transforms your furniture area into a secluded, vibrant escape.