Modular Home Side Yard Transformation
by
Connie
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Started with a blank canvas. Purchase a modular in Florida that was completely rehabbed inside but obviously neglected outside. No shade or privacy for deck.
Nothing for interest, privacy or shade
Decided on outline of landscape design and the type of look I wanted. I was in the south so I wanted a tropical look.
Another view of side yard
A look around the existing landscape, such as it was, resulted in an expansion of work needed.
Work begins
Needed new sod, remaining trees trimmed and removal of a nuisance tree.
New plants and new sod in progress
Contracted with a wonderful arborist and landscaper. He removed some other nuisance plants to make way for new ones.
Shade, some privacy and pretty plants
Landscaper and I visited nursery and picked out plants. Two Canary Island palms ( I had bases of palms diamond cut for additional interest), two small white birds of paradise and three big orange birds of paradise formed the backbone of tropical design. I added Hawaiian ti for a burst of my favorite color (pink), variegated ginger, and confederate star jasmine to climb on deck railing. Lastly I added foxtail ferns and snowy hibiscus around the small multi-trunk tree on corner. Nothing has bloomed yet but I am sure I will love it.
From the corner of front and side yards
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That is a Beautiful Makeover ! Million Dollar Difference, ENJOY !!
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Looks beautiful !
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Love the landscaping. From lack of knowledge/experience may I ask, how do you keep your mulch from running off when it rains, and/or the grass from reclaiming the area? Also, if you dont mind what was you budget on a project like that?
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There is no defined walkway ??????