Little things can go a long way.

Transform your home with shrubs that act as a green statement, a welcoming touch to an otherwise boring walkway. Low maintenance, long lasting, and gorgeous plants; there is more to shrubs than meets the eye!

Add a Little Extra Green

Shrubs are a great addition to any property. Whether you have a home on the beach or reside in the Estates, these small, puffs of green are easy to maintain and add a little extra something to a manicured landscape.

Southwest Florida is blessed to be “In Season” all year round. Sunny days and plenty of moisture means that our plants are healthy and plenty. When it comes to the care and concern of your property, however, constant management can become a bit of an issue. “Slow growers” like small, “dwarf” shrubs can give you the green you want while saving your time and energy.

“Slow growers” are plants that do just as their name implies, grow slowly, making them more manageable and long lasting. This is particularly beneficial for seasonal residents.

Choose from several, natural shrubs like Allamanda, Clusia, Powderpuff, or call a professional for the best advice for your home.

Planting is fairly straight-forward, but we do have a few tips:

• Use the same shrub! This is one of the rare times repetition is best.
• Don’t be afraid to put a little distance between them. Shrubs grow slowly, give them some space.
• Accent the green with some colorful flowers!

Shrubs R’ Us

Check out all the fun ways you can use shrubs to add that little extra something to your landscape.

• Line your walkway or driveway
• Border the garden
• Make a natural, short hedge around your property
• Add a little extra green to your pool or lanai
• Greet your guests at the door with a few next to the porch
• Add some color beside your mailbox
• Add some more green to the garden by placing then beside your flower
• Hug the base of your trees with small shrubs

Have questions concerning your landscape? Give us a call! Blue Landscape Contracting Group specializes in designing and installing custom landscapes for homes and businesses across southwest Florida.