Fence Panels

Fence panel sizes for garden borders

A fence panel in this group stands 35.3 to 45 inches tall, and widths run from 32 to 46.5 inches. These are low decorative panels, much shorter than the tall panels used for yard privacy.

Some designs are sold as multi-panel sets, so check how many sections come in each listing and measure the length you need to cover. Depth matters too, because depths run from 18.5 to 42.3 inches from front to back, so allow for that footprint in a narrow bed.

Wood fence panels for garden edges

Most fence panels here are solid wood, in finishes that include gray, brown and white. Wood panels suit flower beds, vegetable plots and walkway edges.

Wood weathers best with a coat of outdoor paint or sealer, applied again when the finish begins to wear. Keep the lower edge off soggy ground when you can, and wipe off dirt and leaves so moisture does not sit against the wood. Light colors show dirt more, while darker finishes hide it.

Metal fence panels for garden borders

Some of the fence panels in this group have metal frames. A metal frame gives a slim, open look that lets light and sight lines through the garden.

Metal lasts longest when the finish stays intact, since rust starts where coating is chipped. Touch up scratches with outdoor metal paint, and wipe the frame with a damp cloth a few times a year. A black finish pairs easily with plants, wood decking and stone.

Garden and patio uses for fence panels

Fence panels work well to edge a planting bed, screen a corner or frame a patio without blocking the view. The low height makes them decorative borders and not privacy screens.

Set them on firm, level ground and place them where plants and feet will not push against them. Check each listing for what is included, and test the layout on the ground before you settle on a spot. Mixing a wood panel with a metal one in the same garden is also fine when the colors match.