05 Jun Selecting the Right Plants for Coastal Regions
Posted at 14:45h
in Landscaping
One of the most important aspects of landscaping is selecting the right plants for coastal regions that can adapt to the local climate and suit the desired aesthetics. While it may not seem to be such a challenge, getting these two factors right can be a challenging task even for the most adept landscape designer.
Coastal regions pose a unique challenge, which can really test your ability to plan and design the landscape.
Coastal Region Soil
If you have ever been to a beach, you would notice two things about it: sand and salt. The soil along the coasts is predominantly sandy; as a result it is very porous. Porous soil means that the water is not retained and along with the water, even the nutrients are drained leaving very little for the plants to absorb.