u/Necessary_Syrup5950

Hi all – I live in SD (Serra Mesa) and would like to plant privacy shrubs on two sides of my backyard. A lot of the traditional options are poisonous to cats (like waxleaf + texas privet, podocarpus, etc).

I'm considering Crimson Bottlebrush (also goes by Lemon Bottlebrush) Lemonade Berry, Texas Ranger, Clumping Bamboo or a mix (Lemonade berry + Island bush poppy + possibly Coffeeberry).

Ideally look for something that grows tall (our neighbor has a bunch of weird sheds in their yard covered in tarps).

Anyone have experience with any of these? Any recs? If you have photos of your own privacy shrubs, I would love to see a picture! Please and thank you.

Looking for doula recommendations for a hospital birth with an epidural. First time pregnancy, just looking for an advocate to be in the room with me. If you respond with a rec, could you please include the price? No idea how much this is about to cost me… thank you!