ᐅ Neighbor’s concrete posts on our property

The neighbor is planning to put up a hedge or something similar upstairs, so I won’t need any privacy screening.

On the left, I might build three compost bins in masonry, with some climbing plants and raised beds in between. Do you think a fruit espalier would work in that location? It is technically my south side, but because of the house and hedge, it’s more like a shady north side.

danixf schrieb:

Friesenwall ...

Once again, I’ve come across something here in the forum that we like, but can’t afford.

Pinkiponk schrieb:

And once again, I’ve come across something in the forum that we like but can’t afford.

Why not?
Depending on where you live, you can get these large gravel stones quite cheaply; I don’t know the current price exactly, but I once used some for a project and collected them in loads at our small harbor, where there were large sand deposits for the local construction companies anyway.
If it’s just for decoration and doesn’t need to support anything, it might still be possible. The question is whether these stones are widely available in your area. In regions where Rhine gravel is common, you could ask around. Never buy them in small bags at the hardware store, or you’ll end up spending a fortune.

Pinkiponk schrieb:

And once again, I’ve come across something here in the forum that we like, but can’t afford.

If you’re motivated enough and can handle the logistical challenges that come with such a project, it’s a great garden project even in EL.
Just inquire about gravel pits. Here, costs are about 100€/ton (approximately 110 US tons). One ton covers about 2m³ (2.6 cubic yards).

What distinguishes a Frisian wall compared to other dry-stone walls? Is it the use of pebbles (so smoother stones) or something else?

Pinkiponk schrieb:

And once again, I’ve come across something here in the forum that we like, but can’t afford.

There are so many things that are ridiculously expensive to buy commercially, but if you know someone or get creative... We have sandstone in the ground, and especially houses with basements have dug up some pretty big chunks. Of course, all of it is taken away at great cost, even though you could, for example, use it to design the garden. But no one does that nowadays with gray wire mesh fences and robotic lawn mowers. Unfortunately, no one is interested in natural stone walls or similar features.

In rural areas, you can also ask the farmer if he can deliver some for you, and so on, but city dwellers hire companies with their own truck fleets, which instantly adds a zero to the price.