Your pool can provide hours of enjoyment and of course, can greatly increase the value of your home. But good pool landscaping is essential if you don’t want the area around the pool to become an eyesore or appear too cluttered. Apart from your budget, take into consideration the size of the space available, and what your goal is – privacy, security or just a great looking space. And your landscaping ideas may be limited by whether you have an above ground or in ground pool. Some simple yet effective landscaping ideas include potted plants, a screened enclosure and gravel or stone pathways or larger areas. If you have the space and the budget, fountains and other water features complement a pool, and some plants and shrubs not only look visually attractive, but grow tall enough to provide shade and privacy.
