Landscape Contractor / Design Build Maintain

NOV 2013

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Top: The 500-square-foot wood deck is situated adjacent to the spa and one of the pool's planted zones. Setting the deck amidst the rocks and aquatic plants contributes to the natural design of the project. Planted next to the deck are taro, dwarf cattail, and pickerel weed. Top, Left: PebbleTec plaster finish was used on the zero depth beach entry. The stone deck is a natural stone quarried nearby in Pennsylvania. Large, locally sourced natural stones are strategically placed. Aquatic plants include taro, dwarf cattail, pickerel weed, water lilies and lotus. Middle, Left: Across from the beach entry is a two-foot-wide, 20-foot-long seating shelf with a landscaped area behind it. Biodiversity is vital to establish and maintain a wellfunctioning, sustainable ecosystem. Landscape contractors often include a dozen different species. Bottom, Left: The plant beds are integrated into the pool itself, making it look like a real pond. In keeping with BioNova® design principles, unobtrusive walls separate the planted zones from the swimming area. A wide variety of aquatic plants are used in NSPs. Plants visible here include Erebus tropical canna. DBM of the North American market. Landscape contractors can promote natural swimming pools and hybrids to high-end residential clients as a new option for creating a distinctive pool unlike any in their neighborhoods. The hospitality industry represents another target of opportunity. For hotels and resorts touting their LEED-certified facilities and sustainability practices to consumers who seek out eco-friendly travel experiences, an NSP could be a signature green element that sets them apart. Since aquascaping to create ecosystems and landscaping to enhance the areas around swimming pools are essential for successful NSP projects, landscape contractors have the capabilities to add NSPs and hybrids to their offerings. Learning about the technology and working with project partners who have NSP expertise and experience will prepare contractors for these installations. And, as in any project, educating the client and setting their expectations will go a long way to ensuring success. LC 18 LC DBM

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