Landscaping on the Coastlines
It’s a joy to be living near the beach, but landscaping is challenging.
The soil is sandier than what you would find inland, so it drains easily, releasing water and nutrients before plants can use them. Strong onshore breezes deposit salt everywhere and this can burn or kill certain plants. Here are some things you can do to still have a lush garden by the sea.
An IRRIGATION SYSTEM protects your landscaping investment and saves water, time and labour. The closer you live to the sea is the more often your plants will need a fresh bath to rinse the salt off their leaves.
Choose SALT TOLERANT plants for your landscaping. Don’t assume that every palm or cactus will thrive on the coast. Observe what is growing well in your vicinity and ask your local nurseries what they recommend.
Go for it … Show off your beach home with a thriving, colourful garden!
This article was written for Everywhere Tobago and published on their Issue 7 (August / September 2015). CLICK HERE to view the magazine.
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