Planting Design

We love working on Planting designs. It doesn't matter if they are for a seasonal display, a Town Planning Application, commercial building or a residiential garden - we have the plant knowledge you need. Plants play a key role in the presentation and usability of a site. Good plant design considers all aspects and conditions of a site along with long-term maintenance and viability. To see some of our highlighted projects which involved Planting design click here. Botanical Traditions can prepare an appropriately detailed Landscape Plan to meet Council Town Planning Permit Application requirements for a range of permit applications. This includes both residential and commercial developments. We provide services across the whole metropolitan Melbourne area, as well as Geelong and all major growth areas. We are also familiar with developing Landscape Plans for properties located in Bushfire Prone Areas. Ideally, when it comes to the initial size of plants for School situations larger trees and installed shrubs are preferred for their instance impact. However, a much greater range of Trees is available in smaller sizes. It is also well understood the use of plants improves health and general wellbeing. In addition, the use of trees can reduce energy consumption related to heating and cooling. A garden with shade trees and hedges to mitigate the impact of win can decrease heating/cooling. Unfortunately, unlike a building, a landscape design is not installed at its mature visions. Time is required for it to grow and mature.  Annuals also have an important role to play, with seasonal colour and produce having a positive impact on health and wellbeing. We will always look to a selection of plants suitable for use, pairing with the style and character of building design and neighbouring areas. These may be hardy exotics, native plants or indigenous and ones, if suitable, recommended for use by local council in a specific area.

When we complete planting plans, we ensure a range of plants, sizes, forms, maturity, textures and colours will be used throughout the space. Other characteristics may include: · Careful use of plants to mitigate and frame views, provide screening and climatic protection, and define space where appropriate, · Productive areas where vegetables can be grown (if requested), · Low allergy, easy-to-establish, and also have low maintenance requirements (if requested), · Planting around entrances and in key designated areas will create a welcoming and inviting ambience · Characteristics and tolerances reflecting site conditions and required functions of the planting/outdoor areas.  Plant selection is based on the site soil and other conditions. Our Planting Plans are generally complex, as out aim is to provide variety and interest through colour, textural contrast and texture. Biophilic design involves the creation of a built environment with a focus on the utilisation of plants, natural materials, light and ventilation to increase the physical wellbeing and mental contentment of those people who use the space. A build environment includes buildings and any constructed landscapes. Rapid urbanization has resulted in dense environments and buildings dominated by grass, concrete, cars and other hard surfaces. This has decreased exposure to plant life and good air quality as well as access to natural sunlight. It is estimated the young and elderly now spend over 90% of their time indoors. The design of good outdoor spaces enables and attracts people. Public spaces are very important and can play a key role in encouraging people out into the fresh air if designed well. Have a look at some of our commercial projects. Important research coming from fields including neurology and endocrinology, have scientifically validated the positive psychophysical and cognitive benefits. Incorporating plant life into the home, school (Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary) and work environment is not a new concept. Today we understand human beings have an essential need to be connected to the natural environment—it is critical to our ability to function and develop. Introducing biophilic elements increases health, wellbeing and performance, and has the most benefits when used in areas where people experience stress such as fast-paced work places, medical facilities, highly urbanized areas and work places requiring creativity. These elements also attract nature, in particular birds back into spaces. We believe that productive gardens are suitable for inclusion in many different spaces.