If you have a terrace in W4, you already know the appeal: a bit of privacy, a patch of sky, and just enough space to make it feel like your own small outdoor room. The catch? Terrace gardens can be tricky.

If you live near Gunnersbury Park, you already know the charm of this part of West London: leafy streets, compact plots, and gardens that have to work hard for their keep.

Are you frustrated by open, exposed spaces in your home or garden? Dreaming of transforming boring, drab zones into captivating retreats? The answer might be simpler than you think: tall-potted plants for privacy.