The property faces directly west and is just a short drive from the beach. This orientation, combined with Perth's intense summer heat, can be particularly challenging for maintaining grass and exotic plant species - as well as natives if there is no canopy protection.
This illustration provides clients with a preview of the garden's initial planting stage. Its aim is to give an understanding of how the space will look before the plants have fully established, helping set realistic expectations for the early stages of the garden's development. Estimated time for this garden to start showing its strengths was 9-12 months.
Eucalyptus macranda 'Long Flowered Marlock' is a perfect example of an endemic, southwest WA small mallee that is suitable for Perth residential landscapes. This specimen was propagated and groomed by Ellenby Tree Farm to current Australian tree landscaping standard 'Tree Stock for Landscape Use' AS2303:2018.