Landscape the Corner Lot: Privacy and Curb Appeal Solutions

Transform a Challenging Corner Lot

Corner lots face unique challenges: exposure in all directions makes privacy difficult, and open lawns become pedestrian shortcuts — creating safety hazards for children and balls near streets.

Solutions:

• Plant a hedge along the entire side street and most of the front yard to screen from traffic, absorb noise, block headlights, and barrier children/pets.
• Place hedge near sidewalk (not against house) to break up lawn expanse.
• Create a focal point at the street intersection: ornamental tree with shrubs/flowers.
• Widen the front-entry walk to connect house to site.

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After Transformation

Results: hedge shields homeowners, trees/fence add rear privacy. Corner planting creates focal point. Wide entry walk ties house to site. Off-street parking uses side yard; rear becomes service area. Pavilion and larger patio improve outdoor living. Check out these flowering hedges for beauty and privacy.
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