Post #57570 by CheekyGirl on Wed, Oct 29, 2003 6:46 PM

A friend recently purchased a new home and would like to landscape in a Tropical/Hawaiian/Tiki theme. Her backyard is really huge with an elongated heart-shaped pool with 9 beautiful existing palm trees (3) on each side of the pool.

What plants, palms, trees, shrubs, flowers (flora & fauna) would you suggest for our Southern California climate? What works? What to avoid? What is easy to care for and maintain?

Any suggestions as to informational websites, books, computer landscaping programs. She's a "do-it-yourself" type of person, but vendor, landscaper or contractor information would be a good idea too. Any and all input will be appreciated. Thanks!