A pretty container adds a splash of color to this modern pool area and complements the lush lawn and contemporary design of the patio.
Pool landscape plants ideas.
Pull out any weeds in potted plants gardens or the grass.
11 cheap and simple pool landscaping ideas.
In this post we show 11 simple pool landscaping ideas that you can start using right now.
Rake and mow your lawn.
Plants will need more frequent irrigation and should be heat loving and drought tolerant.
Sweep and clean the pool deck.
Native desert plants mediate between the historic building and a modern lap pool in a garden by phoenix based landscape architect steve martino.
Choosing the right plants for the landscape design in your pool area is key to creating a pleasant atmosphere.
A few things to do before you start pool landscaping.
Also keep in mind that plants will likely get splashed with chlorine and other pool and spa chemicals.
The area around the pool may be tiled or concrete but either way it gets super hot.
A heated pool can raise humidity levels and intense sunlight can fry nearby landscaping.
These 18 plants are all good choices for pool landscaping.
Raise container plants off the hot surface with rollers or saucers.
Plants around the pool must be able to withstand the high light reflection off the water.
Check carefully though to be sure they are right for your climate and soil conditions.
Remove dead plants.
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