I've been thinking a lot lately about my properties security and privacy... or lack of. I was thinking mostly of perimeter barriers that could offer enough of an obstacle to at least slow down intruders, if not stop them. An 8' chain link fence topped with razor wire would not sit well with the wife or my wallet... Not to mention it would act as a neon sign flashing "I've Got Stuff You Want" to anyone who happens to pass by.
For my purposes, at least on two sides of my property, I'm thinking that bamboo may be an answer. It grows thick around here, and crazy fast. From what I've read and seen, I could have a 12' barrier inside of 2 years that would create a visual blind between my property and a few neighbors. The bamboo groves that I've checked out in the area seem to average 18" to 30" of space between 3" to 4" thick stalks In bad times barbed wire could be strung between the thick stalks for added security, with out being too unsightly or advertising the defenses
Another added benefit is that due to it's fast growth, it's an easily replenishable light building material from fishing poles, and thatched huts, to pedal driven automobiles.

Sorry... couldn't resist.:o
Just thinking out loud really
For my purposes, at least on two sides of my property, I'm thinking that bamboo may be an answer. It grows thick around here, and crazy fast. From what I've read and seen, I could have a 12' barrier inside of 2 years that would create a visual blind between my property and a few neighbors. The bamboo groves that I've checked out in the area seem to average 18" to 30" of space between 3" to 4" thick stalks In bad times barbed wire could be strung between the thick stalks for added security, with out being too unsightly or advertising the defenses
Another added benefit is that due to it's fast growth, it's an easily replenishable light building material from fishing poles, and thatched huts, to pedal driven automobiles.

Sorry... couldn't resist.:o
Just thinking out loud really
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