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Adding plants around your poolside retreat will help create a lush and inviting place to kick back and relax. Not only will plants add interest around the landscape, there is a direct functional benefit for having them around, too.
Plants will ease the transition from pool patio to landscape bed, encouraging a low-stress environment. The surrounding temperature can even be lowered due to the proximity of plants, as they can provide shade and reduce the glare of sunlight off the patio surface.
Here some ideas to consider based on my experience with past landscape clients and their pools.
Before discussing any specifics on plants, I will typically connect with my client's needs in regards to their pool area. Almost every client has one thing in common here, and that is not wanting any litter/debris from the landscape in their pool.
While this is a completely understandable request, often the reality is that a perfectly leaf-free pool is not possible. Prevailing winds can carry seeds, dust, and leaves from far away (even miles), and the pool can become a pretty big target. I remind my clients of this unfortunate reality, and then work to figure out ways to minimize further landscape litter from making its way into the pool.
First, consider the logistics of the pool in the landscape and how they will impact your possible plant choices.
Shrubs | Perennials | Groundcovers |
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Hydrangea paniculata, Panicle Hydrangea | Miscanthus sinenis 'Gracillimus' | Assorted Sedum Varieties |
Hydrangea macrophylla, Endless Summer Hydrangea | Nepeta faasenii 'Blue Wonder', Catmint | Mazus reptans, Creeping Mazus |
Picea abies 'Nidiformis', Bird's Nest Spruce | Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal', Switch Grass | Liriope spicata, Creeping Lily-turf |
Viburnum carlesii, Korean Spice Viburnum | Geranium macrorrhyzum 'Bevans' Bigroot Geranium | Pachysandra terminalis, Pachysandra |
Clethra alnifolia, Summersweet Clethra | Lavendula x intermedia 'Violet Intrigue', 'Violet Intrigue' Lavender | Herniaria glabra, Rupturewort |
After installing your plant bed, mulch is always helpful to maintain and sustain your landscape. While 1–2" stone might be preferred to keep bark mulch from making its way into the pool, I often try to encourage a different solution.
Stone mulch does have its downsides, such as catching dust and debris, which over time will break down and become a nice place for weeds to grow while unleashing a slew of problems previously discussed (seeds, leaf debris).
I will typically suggest the installation of perennial groundcovers that will mass together along the pool patio edge. These plants will decrease the amount of bark you need as they grow and will soften the hard edges of the concrete or pavers and blend the pool area into the landscape bed. If combined with taller plants, the low groundcover will create a layered effect and can promote textural contrast in the landscape.
A pool is a wonderful investment for those wanting to extend their enjoyment of water and sun outside of the house. After considering your particular space, adding the right plants can really enhance the space. I hope these ideas help you as you create your backyard oasis.
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