The Benefits of Amazing Perth Pool Landscaping

Pool landscaping changes a pleasant outdoor area into an amazing one. Landscape By Design provides imaginative, innovative and reliable Perth pool landscaping services.

There is perhaps nothing more refreshing, rejuvenating and fun than throwing off your clothes at the end (or even the beginning) of the day, getting into your bathers then jumping straight into the pool. What with our amazingly hot weather here in Perth, a home pool is probably one of the best investments you could ever make! So, whether you have a pool already and wish to update its look or you are putting in a new one and are considering your new poolside landscaping Perth design, we can help!

Enjoying Your Outdoor Space

If you’re currently considering hiring a professional team to improve the look of your pool area, then you’re onto a winning idea. There are so many benefits that you may not already have thought of. For example, just the fact that you can look out your window and enjoy the aesthetics of your yard is a huge plus point. Having a beautiful garden can elevate your mood as well as making your home look great. Imagine having your own beautiful oasis to enjoy. Your own special place to spend time in with your friends and family.

Top 5 Landscaping Improvements for Perth Pools

Having your own pool is really like living the dream. What’s better than stepping out into your backyard and being able to have a swim? When you think about your pool, do you ever stop to consider your pool landscaping? Perth people understand that it’s important to keep things as clean and simple as possible. With this in mind, let’s take a look at some key aspects that are essential to a great pool landscape.

Glass Pool Fencing 

Perhaps the best improvement to any pool area has to be glass pool fencing. It’s incredibly stylish while also adding a great deal of safety to your pool area. Glass fencing is also a wonderful way to create a seamless flow between the space where you relax and the pool itself. All you need to worry about is whether you wish your fencing to be frameless or semi-frameless.

Decking 

All good poolside landscaping Perth-wide projects are not complete without the addition of some decking. Decking keeps your feet clean and free from mud and grass. It also provides an elegant look that’s timeless. Here at Landscape By Design, we are the local decking experts. Contact us today to find out more!

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4 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Installing Your Pool

Planning to put in a pool can be daunting. There’s so much to think about from pool landscaping Perth ideas to where in your yard is best to put the pool. There is so much time, effort, money and planning that goes into installing a pool so it’s imperative to plan everything out well. In this blog we’ve put together a list of the 4 most commonly made mistakes to avoid when your putting in your pool. So, let’s take a look.

Not consulting the council before installing your pool

It’s crucial to get planning permission from your local council before you even begin to get your heart set on a specific type of pool. There will be many rules and regulations that you need to know so do bear this in mind. Also, if your plans change in any way at all after you get planning permission, you’ll need to check with the council that everything complies with the local regulations.

Not realising that placement is a key design element

Of course, you will have given a lot of thought to enable you to develop a Perth garden landscaping design. When it comes to your pool you need to consider many key elements. You need to put it where it will look good. You also need to think about putting it in a place that gets good sun. It should not have any trees hanging over it either as these can cause damage as well as cleanliness issues.

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The Ultimate Guide to Dog-Friendly Landscaping

Australians really love their dogs. They’re part of the family and it would be impossible to imagine spending time in their backyards without them. Dogs can be a lot of fun when they’re on their best behaviour. However, many absolutely adore digging up their pristine flower beds not to mention going to the toilet on their perfect lawns. So, how do you design a yard that’s dog-friendly? You might be surprised to find out that it’s easier than you might think!

Install some decking

When you’re looking for decking installers, Perth is one of the best areas to find a good company. Here, at Landscape By Design we install robust and attractive decking Perth-wide. Decks are a practical and great-looking way to separate your garden and lawn from your pet, so it doesn’t damage the grass when you’re enjoying the outdoors. (Remember to ask for a gate to be installed!)

Put in a water feature

Ponds can be dangerous for dogs so think about installing a water feature like a fountain instead. Fountains look good, are relaxing and can either be modern or classical in style. Your dog will love his new drinking fountain!

Train your dog

Rather than sitting worrying about where your dog goes to the toilet, train him to go in a specific spot so your garden stays looking good.

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Choosing The Right Plants For Your Perth Pool Landscaping

Having a pool in your back yard is one of life’s luxuries. It’s great to be able to come home after a hard day and to enjoy your own little piece of heaven. Pool landscaping Perth is something that you need to think about carefully. Although adding some plants around your pool looks great, provides shade and privacy, you need to choose the right ones.

Not all plants are suitable for our harsh micro-climate. Many will not thrive in a saltwater or chlorine environment. However, before you start worrying about what to plant around your pool, don’t panic. We’ve created this handy guide to help you decide!

Be mindful of plant roots

Rubber trees, umbrella trees, bamboo and so on might look amazing beside a pool, however, their roots can cause a lot of damage to your pool, paving and underground pipes.

Avoid choosing plants that shed

You don’t want to be collecting leaves and twigs all year round when you should be relaxing and enjoying your pool. So, you should avoid things like jacarandas, silky oaks and Illawarra flame trees as these shed flowers and leaves in the summertime. Save yourself lots of hard work by instead planting palm trees, flax and cordylines.

Think about pollen

It’s important to maintain your pool regularly to stop pollen from damaging your cleaning equipment and filtration. Yes, it’s impossible to have a pool that’s pollen-free but regular maintenance will help significantly. So, it’s a great idea to get into the habit of having a cleaning routine. Cover the pool when you’re not at home, replace or clean your baskets often and attach some fine material to your skimmer so you catch as much pollen as possible when you use it.

Give more attention to new plants

It’s crucial to pay extra attention and care to new plants when they’re in the process of becoming established. Take care not to let them dry out. Also, it’s important to protect them from the effects of the sun by putting plenty of mulch around them. (Remember to keep mulch away from the trunks of plants so they don’t rot!) New plants that are sitting in direct sun for the majority of the day could benefit from a light fabric shade.

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