Few elements are as transformative as a garden enclosure when creating a beautiful and functional outdoor space. Walpole Outdoors' garden fences do more than define space—they protect plantings, enhance architectural beauty, and create focal points within the landscape. With decades of craftsmanship behind every design, Walpole provides four signature garden enclosure styles, each tailored to suit your space and aesthetic. Let's explore the options that combine structure with sophistication.
Nantucket: The Timeless Picket Fence
A symbol of classic American garden design, the Nantucket picket fence brings historical charm and open elegance to any landscape. The picket fence traces its heritage to colonial America of the 1600s, where these structures first served to contain livestock within family yards. By the Victorian era, picket fences had evolved into symbols of domestic prosperity and the emerging American Dream, eventually becoming the iconic representation of suburban idealism throughout the 20th century.
This enclosure style suits cottage-style gardens and more formal grounds with its clean vertical lines and decorative scallop options. Crafted in your choice of Solid Cellular Vinyl or White Cedar, Nantucket fences are available in multiple heights and widths to fit your needs. Whether you choose a straight or scalloped design, the picket-only construction keeps views open while clearly defining space.
Customization highlights:
Available in various heights from 3' to 6'
Scalloped and straight-top designs
Pair with signature gates and arbors for an elegant entry
The Nantucket is a magnificent blend of heritage, beauty, and utility.
Sag Harbor: Sleek Lines with Maximum Transparency
For a modern aesthetic that doesn't compromise on durability, the Sag Harbor garden enclosure delivers clean lines and contemporary appeal. Wire fencing revolutionized American agriculture in the 1870s, and while early versions served purely functional purposes, suburban adaptations emerged as genteel alternatives emphasizing aesthetic appeal alongside utility. Today's contemporary wire-and-post designs maintain this functional heritage while showcasing elegant sophistication.
Its defining feature is the integration of wire mesh—extending up to 12" below grade—to deter pests while maintaining open views of your plantings. Each panel is fabricated with precision, featuring 3½" rails, 2½" side frames, and a flat cap. Choose from Solid Cellular Vinyl or White Cedar, and enhance the look with premium post caps, scalloped sections, or striking entry gates.
Key advantages:
Protects gardens while preserving sightlines
Sleek, contemporary framing
With its elegant functionality, Sag Harbor is perfect for transitional and modern garden spaces.
5HV Lattice with Wire: Airy and Architectural
The 5" Horizontal-Vertical (5HV) Lattice garden fence adds charm and structure to your landscape. Lattice work traces its distinguished heritage to ancient Roman and Persian gardens, where intricate patterns served both decorative and functional purposes. Victorian garden designers embraced lattice to create intimate garden rooms, while the Arts & Crafts movement of the early 1900s elevated handcrafted lattice as both a functional element and artistic expression.
Its intersecting pattern creates an airy feel while offering the strength and containment needed to protect delicate plantings. This style includes a 1" x 1" welded wire backing for added protection and extends below grade for a seamless barrier. Offered in Cedar or Solid Cellular Vinyl, it's customizable with scalloped designs and decorative gates.
Design features:
Open weave structure with wire support
Custom paint or stain options are available
Works beautifully as a standalone feature or in combination with planters and arbors
Use the 5HV Lattice to create garden "rooms," screen off utility areas, or support climbing plants in style.
Morgan with Wire: Rustic Elegance
The Morgan enclosure, originally designed to contain livestock, combines pastoral charm with modern refinement. Split-rail fencing represents one of America's first fence styles, essential to colonial settlements where cleared land and available timber made this construction practical and necessary. Three-rail fences became synonymous with horse country and rural estates, embodying the pastoral traditions of New England farming heritage that continue to inspire landscape design today.
Its rail-and-post structure is sturdy and simple, ideal for larger garden areas or rural-inspired landscapes. Available in 2-rail (3') or 3-rail (up to 4') heights, each section incorporates wire that extends up to 12" below ground to protect roots and bulbs from unwanted visitors.
Why choose Morgan:
Ideal for spacious layouts and kitchen gardens
Pairs beautifully with Sheffield or Spindle Top arbors
Built from premium Solid Cellular Vinyl or White Cedar
Morgan is the superior choice for gardeners who need robust protection in a clean, timeless style.
Build Your Perfect Garden Fence with Walpole Outdoors
How can a bespoke garden fence enhance your property's beauty and function? Walpole Outdoors' design consultants provide expert guidance in selecting the perfect fence style to complement your home's architecture and landscape design. With generations of craftsmanship experience, Walpole Outdoors specializes in creating superior garden structures that balance historical design principles with modern materials and techniques.
No matter which style you choose, Walpole Outdoors offers an array of enhancements:
Post caps: Choose from Westport, Bedford, Southport, Copper, and more
Arbors: Frame your entry with Sheffield, Garden Arbor, or Spindle Top designs
Gates & hardware: Select from traditional or contemporary latches and hinges
Color finishes: Paint or stain in signature shades or custom-match to your palette
With attention to detail in both form and finish, Walpole's products are designed to perform and impress season after season.
Talk with one of Walpole Outdoors' design consultants today to discover how unique fencing can enhance your property's aesthetic while providing the practical boundaries your landscape requires. Whether establishing garden rooms, containing pets, or creating privacy, a properly designed Walpole fence offers the perfect balance of form and function for your outdoor space .