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Allow space for ultimate growth
Space
shrubs in relation
to buildings to allow for natural growth. Generally, no
shrub should be placed closer than three feet from the
building unless it is a groundcover or a plant which uses
the wall for support. Do not be fooled by small plants in
the nursery. Know the mature size of all plants you are
using and space them accordingly. Plants should
compliment, not cover a house. Select plants that require
less maintenance.
Screen service areas
Service areas should require small
amounts of the site. Clothes lines, garbage containers,
tool storage, etc. should be placed in a convenient area
and screened from the living and viewing areas of the
landscape.
Use native plants
They frequently withstand weather
extremes and are usually more resistant to insects and
diseases. Native plants can also be important relating a
structure to its site.
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