South Florida is home to some of the most beautifully landscaped homes in the country. Walking through communities such as the Town of Palm Beach, it appears as if each palm tree, flower, and shrub was hand-selected to complement the properties they adorn. Whether you’re a novice gardener or looking to undertake a significant project, its good to plan ahead. Here are some of the best garden care and landscaping investments for your South Florida property this year:
Go with Native Plants When Possible
As we head into the hotter months of summer, tropical plants are blooming, and the South Florida humidity levels are high. Florida landscapes are usually dominated by green and love the sun. If you are looking to add low-maintenance color, there are several attractive options.
- Blue sage is a vibrant azure flowering plant that thrives in full sun. This salvia does well is Florida’s hot climate as it is drought-tolerant. The beautiful plant also and attracts birds and butterflies.
- If you want to add red and orange to your landscape, the Florida firebush is a native shrub that produces clusters of reddish-orange flowers throughout the year. The firebush needs full sun and is an attractor for butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Tropical sage, another member of the salvia family, also thrives in the South Florida heat. This plant gives white, pink, and red flowers and also attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Panama rose is another shrub that loves South Florida’s sun. This hearty shrub produces bright pink flowers and can grow to between 6 and 8 feet.
- If you need a barrier screen or dense canopy, the Pineland strongback evergreen shrub grown up to 8 feet tall.
- The wild allamanda is a lovely native vine that gives trumpetlike bright yellow blossoms from spring to fall. When planted in the full sun, the vine will climb over a trellis or archway and provide brilliant color when blooming.
Creating a Simple and Soothing Space
Depending on your preferred aesthetic, you may want to create a simple and relaxing retreat in your home garden. Your lawn and garden can be adapted into a place to sit and unwind from the fast pace of life. Landscaping with smooth river stones, soothing water features, adding a seating area, and using hardtop design can provide structure. You may also want to select lotus flowers or an agave plant and use the space for meditation and reflection.
Modern Design
Although some may prefer the bright colors of a tropical garden, today’s modern architectural design can be beautifully accented by monochrome green foliage and a hardtop landscape design. This style is becoming increasingly popular in some of South Florida’s most exclusive communities. A basic geometric pattern against a variety of green foliage can create a stunning contrast that complements today’s cutting-edge designs.
When it comes to garden and landscaping improvements, much of what will be considered ideal is what the owner will enjoy seeing every day. However, if you are planning to put your home on the market, you should discuss any significant changes or purchases with your real estate agent beforehand.
At Rabideau Klein, we have extensive experience handling multi-million-dollar transactions for high-end real estate in Palm Beach County. David E. Klein Esq. and Guy Rabideau, Esq. are Florida Board-Certified Real Estate attorneys with the expertise and local knowledge you need to assist you in managing your residential and commercial real estate issues. Contact Rabideau Klein today to discuss your real estate legal needs.