Need landscaping ideas for slopes and privacy plant suggestions

[JoJo09]

Hi everyone,

Newbie here to the forum and hoping to tap into your collective wisdom! My partner and I are tackling our first landscaping project, and we're a bit overwhelmed by the options, especially when it comes to the sloped area behind our house.

Here's the breakdown:

Besser block wall: We're planning to paint it the same Paperbark Colour as our Colourbond fence to create a cohesive look.

Stone retaining wall: We'd love some suggestions for planting in front of this wall for added privacy. Any recommendations on low-maintenance, fast-growing plants that would thrive there?

The slope: This is the big question mark! We have no idea what to do with it. Any suggestions for plants, features, or creative ways to utilize the space would be amazing!

We're open to all sorts of ideas, whether it's drought-tolerant native plants, colourful blooms, or even incorporating some hardscaping elements like pathways or seating. Budget-friendly options are definitely a bonus!

Any advice, suggestions, or inspiration you can offer would be greatly appreciated! We're excited to transform our backyard and create a beautiful space to enjoy.

Thanks in advance for your help!Slope behind houseBehind HouseSide of House

[JoJo09]

Hi @Dave-1 

Thank you 😀

We are extremely happy with the end result.

Here's a quick breakdown of the work we completed:

Wall preparation: We gave the wall a thorough cleaning with a broom to remove any debris. 
Waterproofing: For added protection and peace of mind, we applied a waterproof membrane to the wall. We allowed this to dry for 24 hours. 
Paint: We applied two coats of paint.

The entire project took us approximately two days to complete.

Look forward to seeing your pool bessa block wall 😀

Cheers,

JoJo

[JoJo09]

Hi @EricL 

Thank you 😀

Couldn't have said it better ourselves! It's amazing how much lighter and more inviting the space feels now. We're so happy we took the plunge.

Thanks again Eric 😀

Cheers,

JoJo

[Dave-1]

@JoJo09 

Thank you for the info. Will have to figure out if it needs waterproofing. prob does

Two days.... Wooooo Impressed! Busy workers!

Dave