Poolside PERFECTION

Sprucing up the garden for summer? When landscaping around a pool, dive right in and select plants that not only look good but are robust, practical and safe too

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FINE FORM 

In poolside beds that are narrow, choose plants that will grow upright rather than overhang the water. Fast-growing plants will need constant cutting back, so look for slower growers. Select plants suited to the amount of sun or shade in the location and the climate, so they stay happy and healthy. Keep weeds down with groundcover plants or mulch. Mass plantings will require less maintenance than having lots of different plants - they will look more effective too.

EASY CARE