Landscape Design Themes
The “Theme” of your customized Landscape Design includes several considerations, primary among them are the Layout of the Plants/Materials, and the specific Plant Species recommended for the Plant Pallet. The Theme selected should represent the new Landscape that you want in a General sense. There are 10 distinct Landscape Design Themes to choose from, including:
“Formal” Theme
A Formal Landscape Design Theme presents a clean, orderly layout that relies heavily on Symmetry and Balance when locating Plants and Materials. Bed lines and Pathways are arranged in straight lines with right angles and Geometric Shapes usually play a central role in this Design Theme. Often, a Formal Design Theme utilizes a dominant, central element in the arrangement – such as a striking Flowering Tree, a Fountain, a Sculpture, a Topiary, etc.
“Traditional” Theme
A Traditional Landscape Design Theme represents the most popular theme due to Aesthetics, Maintenance Requirements and Sustainability. Utilizing “tried-and-true” plant species that thrive in your Agriculture Growing Zone, the aim of this theme is to provide a professional, attractive landscape to any residence or business facility. Design Objectives are met through the use of Anchor Plants, Multi-Level Layout and harmonious Accent Plants. This theme is often utilized to highlight existing Architectural qualities of the structure or reinforce particular color schemes.
“Sustainable” Theme
A Sustainable Landscape Design Theme presents an open layout that relies heavily on Native and Pest/Disease Resistant (Eco-friendly) species. Plants that require little-to-no supplemental watering play a major role in this design type and self-propagating species are often utilized with Succulent, Grassey and Bromeliad-type plants included. Rocks and Gravel are often used as Accents and for the Static Ground Cover.