January 2024

Avoid overly dense planting with plants/trees that are too large.  The result looks like a “jungle” and is unattractive.  

Plant sizes should be randomized within 20%. For example, set the random scale to minimum of 90% and maximum of 110%, or 40-60% if that’s appropriate for the situation.  Generally, Any more than this and it becomes distracting and unattractive.

All plants should resemble the actual species. Brief seasonal colors and short-lived flowers should usually be ignored unless we get a special request from the client. If you are not already familiar with the species, search Google Images for examples using the scientific names.  Often, when a plant does have a bright seasonal color, the

Check LS plan for any unusually empty areas for plants that may be been overlooked