As lovely as it is to spend an afternoon in the garden, nosy neighbours or peeping passers-by can leave people feeling less than comfortable in their back yards. Fences don't always provide the privacy garden-lovers need, and sometimes a little extra coverage can go a long way in ensuring security.

Privacy screens don't need to be ugly, either. Debenhams is selling a for £15.99, one that's made from real-looking but durable artificial ivy to add a natural foliage vibe to fencing while helping keep the garden nice and private.

The screen consists of artificial leaf hedge woven into plastic mesh panel for a natural-looking hedge-style covering. There's no need to worry about the artificial ivy dying out in the winter, nor about the sturdy panelling blowing off in strong winds.

If the leaf effect isn't what shoppers are looking for, they could try the from B&Q. For £29.99, shoppers get bamboo-style PVC panelling that can withstand all that British weather throws at it. Alternatively, there's The Range's light grey for £33.43, which is waterproof and heat-insulating, mildew and damp-proof, and easy to set up.

The Debenhams artificial foliage privacy screen has great reviews so far. One buyer said: "Very happy with the hedging I purchased looks really nice as a screen on my fence."

Another added: "Good quality, had strong winds and still on the fence."

Another shopper reviewed Debenhams on , saying: "I have ordered multiple times without an issue. Communication and delivery process was seamless."

One shopper did however find an issue with durability: "Lovely colour green and realistic. Plastic fencing quite flimsy. Leaves not very secure. No good in high winds."

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