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Landscaping in
Vermont, Melbourne

Surrounded by reserves, tree-lined streets, and a strong sense of community, Vermont blends suburban comfort with natural beauty. Here are the current trends, based on Living Waters' experience as local landscapers in the area.

 

With many homes set on generous blocks and a mix of established builds and newer developments, local landscaping is shifting toward low-maintenance, sustainable, and lifestyle-driven design.

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Whether you're modernising a garden or creating a family retreat, Vermont's landscaping trends offer inspiration that adds value, beauty, and function to your outdoor space. Contact us today to start planning your ideal landscape.

Embracing Native and Sustainable Planting

 

With Melbourne's changing climate and Vermont’s leafy ecosystem, homeowners are embracing native gardens that require less water and care while supporting biodiversity.

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Popular native plants in Vermont:

  • Small to Medium Shrubs: Bottlebrush, Coastal rosemary, Grevillea, Emu bush, Tea tree

  • Ground Covers: Flax lily, Native violet, Mat rush, Creeping boobialla, fan flower

  • Trees and Large Shrubs: Paperbark, Black she-oak, Silver wattle, Eucalyptus

  • Flowering Features: Kangaroo paw, Everlasting daisy, Waratah, Yellow buttons

  • Climbers: Running postman, Bower vine, Climbing guinea flower

 

Why they work for Vermont:

  • Tolerate clay-based soils and occasional dry spells

  • Need minimal fertilisers or pesticides

  • Attract local wildlife and pollinators

  • Fit in visually with the established green canopy of the area

Landscaping for Family-Friendly Living

 

Vermont’s appeal to families is reflected in multi-functional outdoor spaces that balance play, relaxation, and entertaining.

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Top trends include that Living Waters can assist with:

  • Level lawn zones for kids and pets

  • Built-in seating around fire pits

  • Outdoor dining and BBQ spaces

  • Edible gardens or herb beds

  • Sensory plant zones with aromatic natives

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These elements encourage everyday outdoor use, increasing quality of life and home appeal.

Deep Root Fertilization

Low-Maintenance Gardens

 

Busy households in Vermont are seeking beautiful, easy-care gardens that stay lush with less effort.

 

Smart features Living Waters loves in Vermont:

  • Drought-tolerant native planting schemes

  • Mulched garden beds to retain moisture and suppress weeds

  • Automated irrigation systems with Wi-Fi controls

  • Gravel or stone pathways for accessibility and drainage

 

This approach ensures your garden looks great year-round with less upkeep. Talk to us today about creating a beautiful but low-maintenance garden.

Smart Outdoor Technology

 

Homeowners in Vermont are integrating green technology into their garden spaces to improve sustainability.

 

Sought-after features to consider:

  • Solar garden lighting

  • Rainwater tanks with drip irrigation

  • Greywater reuse systems

  • Robotic mowers for large lawns

 

These upgrades reduce environmental impact while making garden care easier and more efficient.

Contact Living Waters to see how we can assist with creating a Smart Outdoor area!

Blending Structure with Softness

 

With many homes in Vermont featuring updated exteriors or renovations, landscaping is often used to soften hard architectural lines and create a welcoming frontage.

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Popular ideas you can talk to Living Waters about completing:

  • Layered garden beds with mixed heights and textures

  • Natural stone retaining walls and entry steps

  • Front yard transformations with ornamental grasses, native shrubs, and flowering highlights

  • Timber fencing softened by climbing natives

 

This blend of structure and softness enhances curb appeal and provides a cohesive, warm impression.

Backyard

Let us help you design and build

Call Tim to discuss what is possible for you space.

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We can work with any budget or idea!

contact@lwlandscape.com.au

0422 929 232

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