If you though that fences are only installed to demarcate your property, then you couldn't be more wrong. Fences can also be used to give a landscaped garden an accent and provide interest to the garden. Whether you have a small front yard or a big lawn, fences can be used as garden accessories to create visual interest. Whenever we talk about fences, the ones that comes to mind are white picket fences and while white picket fences are one of the most aesthetically pleasing fence options, there are others that look just as great. One such fence is the split rail fence. It is a very rustic looking fence which is made by splitting wooden logs lengthwise.
Split rail fencing is generally seen in ranches or in the countryside where there is an abundance of wood. Split rail fence consists of 2-4 rails, with the two rail variety being the most common and popular. These type of fences can be used while landscaping a garden. The best thing about using split rail fences for landscaping is that they are relatively easy to construct and as such you can install it yourself. Let's take a look at some ideas for landscaping with split rail fence.
