Landscape Plan

As part of an additional value pack chosen by us, landscaping of front garden will be included as part of PD construction work. They have three types of landscaping plans and we decided to go with standard plan.

According to the landscaping plan provided to us there will be 1 tree and 3 small plants. There is also a small area with mulch which may not be the best approach to add nutrients needed by the plants. This is simply due to the fact that mulch could be termite prone hence it may affect the house structure.

Purple leafed cherry plum (Tree)

This tree could grow up to 6-7 meters hence it may have an impact on the structure of the house if grown too close to the house.

Probably the finest of all purple leafed foliage trees grown in Australia. Single light dainty pink blossoms on fine branches throughout spring. Its rich dark plum foliage never loses its colour and can be used as for striking contrasting effects. 

Though not generally thought of as a fruit tree Its cherry-plum fruit can be eaten. One of the toughest plums and handles somewhat drier and warmer condition suits as a small garden specimen.

Hebe

There are different types of Hebe plants though the landscaping plan does not specifically state what kind of Hebe plants will be provided.

  

Most hebes prefer a sunny position and will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. Hebes are not fussy about the soil type, provided it is well-drained. Several of the species perform well in coastal situations. Prune after flowering to maintain a tidy compact shape. Leaf spot and downy mildew can be a problem in humid areas.

Evergreen Giant

This plant is not my favourite though in our landscaping plan there is only 4 of them. Perhaps I must check with PD what other plants available to chose. 

An evergreen grass like clumping perennial with tall green leaves Liriope Evergreen Giant blooms with purple spikes through summer and autumn followed by dark blue berries. Able to thrive in poor soil it is a very hardy plant and can tolerate most climates.

Boxwood (Shrubs)

Buxus Hedges or 'Box Hedging' are some of the most popular low growing hedging plantsfor sale in Australia. 

They are a hardy easy care group and varieties include Buxus sempervirens Suffruticosa (english box), Buxus Sempervirens (american box) and Buxus Micro Microphylla. The term "Japanese box hedge" refers fo Buxus microphylla japonica ( Japanese Boxwood ) a fast growing species.