Creating a private, lush oasis around your pool area can greatly enhance your outdoor space's aesthetic and functionality. Screening plants are perfect for providing privacy, reducing wind, and adding a touch of greenery to your poolside. In Australia, several plant species thrive in pool environments and offer the perfect solution for screening. This blog explores some of the best screening plants for pools in Australia and how they can transform your pool area.
Bamboo
Bamboo is a fast-growing plant that creates a dense and tall screen, making it an excellent choice for poolside privacy. Its slender canes and lush green foliage provide a tropical feel that complements pool areas. They are low maintenance once established.
Tips
- Choose clumping bamboo varieties such as Bambusa or Fargesia to avoid the invasive nature of running bamboo.
- Plant them in well-drained soil and provide adequate water, especially during establishment.
Lilly Pilly (Syzygium Smithii)
Lilly Pilly is a popular Australian native plant known for its dense foliage and vibrant berries. It forms an effective screen and adds a touch of colour to your poolside with its attractive flowers and red berries. This plant variety is hardy and adaptable to various soil conditions.
Tips
- Regular pruning helps maintain the desired shape and density.
- Plant them in full sun to partial shade.
- Moderate watering is sufficient.
Oleander (Nerium Oleander)
Oleander is a robust and versatile plant with attractive, colorful flowers. It forms a thick screen and blooms in various shades of pink, red, white, and yellow. They tolerate coastal conditions and are low maintenance.
Tips
- Prune regularly to encourage bushier growth.
- Remove spent flowers to prolong the blooming period.
Murraya Paniculata (Orange Jasmine)
Murraya Paniculata, commonly known as Orange Jasmine, features glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It forms a lush, dense hedge that is perfect for screening your pool area.
Tips
- Plant Orange Jasmine in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- Regular pruning helps maintain its shape and encourages more flowers.
Magnolia 'Little Gem'
Magnolia Little Gem is a compact, evergreen tree with large, glossy leaves and beautiful white flowers. It creates an elegant screen around pool areas as they produce ever-green foliage year-round.
Tips
- Magnolia 'Little Gem' prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- Water regularly during the establishment phase.
- Mulch to retain soil moisture.
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