Hi there! I’m writing an article about landscaping around an in-ground pool and would appreciate your professional input. I am looking for landscape designer or a pool installation professional, to answer the following questions:
1. How does a saltwater system vs. a traditional chlorine pool impact the specific plants or hardscape materials you can safely place near the water?
2. If a client wants to build a pergola or fire pit area, how far back from the water's edge do you typically recommend placing it?
3. What is a popular pool fencing material or style today that satisfies strict safety codes without making the backyard look like a cage?
4. Are there any specific landscaping choices—like certain aromatic plants or avoiding specific mulches—that naturally help deter mosquitoes away from the seating areas?
5. What is one low-cost, low-maintenance landscaping upgrade around an older pool that yields the highest visual impact?
Deadline: May 6th, 2026 06:33 PM (May close early)
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