Installing a windbreak: what are the solutions?
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The windbreak is useful in places with strong winds. It is indeed a barrier that reduces the effect of wind on crops and soils. But what are the possible solutions to create them?
Pay attention
Before discussing the different possibilities, it should be noted that it is strongly discouraged to build a wall completely blocking the wind. To tell the truth, this kind of windbreak is unable to totally prevent breaths. Since the obstacles are bypassed, a vortex zone is automatically created so that the airflow may intensify in any part of the garden. In general, this area is twice the height of the wall.
Hedges as a windbreak
Hedges can effectively act as a windbreak. Indeed, they are able to create a windy area in a space 10 times higher than their height. With a height of 1 m, it is possible to protect a space of 10 meters long. To do this, various kinds of plants can be used. In general, the ideal is to opt for hedges with persistent plants. This is the case for conifers or deciduous trees. However, it is necessary to show a little vigilance since dense species such as thuyas may generate a hermetic mass. The solution is therefore to plant different types of persistent plants. If necessary, it is better to plant an evergreen shrub.
As for the arrangement of the hedge, if you opt for a single species, then the ideal is to make an alignment. On the other hand, if you have enough space, then it is advisable to create several lines of plants. This type of arrangement makes it possible to slow down the wind even more, but also to vary the composition of the hedge. In any case, note that it is also possible to place persistent bushes to increase the capacity of wind breeze.
The trellises and the claustras
It is not at all difficult to find materials to create your own windbreak. Indeed, there are a large number of shops that offer wood panels. Anyway, as quoted above, always note that it is important not to put a full obstacle. It is therefore necessary to opt for openwork models. For this, you have the choice between plates with inclined blades, which can be adjusted or not. Also, it is possible to adjust the breath according to the needs. Braided models, on the other hand, ensure a good circulation of a part of the wind. Finally, trellises are ideal in that they are used to grow climbing plants, thus providing an original effect to the windbreak.
Use dressed fences
This technique is rather reserved for people who already have a fence on site, that is, in their garden. To do this, it is simply necessary to dress it in order to reduce the breath. For example, you can grow climbing plants or install a windbreak like garden/terrace screens. There are many possibilities. For example, you can use models of rollers, slats or canisses.
And what solution have you adopted to protect yourself from the wind?
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