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First, what you should NOT plant. Don't plant shrubs or flowers that attract loads of bees unless they are 12-15 feet from the pool edge. I personally love nature's pollinators, but most people don't appreciate bees, or they are allergic to them. With that said, stay away from Caryopteris, bee balm, vitex, etc. Don't plant trees that drop a ton of leaves, such as honey locust. If there is a drought during the summer, they will drop a lot of leaves. Plus, during the fall, cleanup is a lot easier. Don't plant trees that at maturity will cast a lot of shade. DO use a lot of ornamental grasses. They project a sense of flowing in the wind and some give a tropical feel to the pool area. Depending on when you open your pool, you could plant some viburnums (carlesii or juddii) for some fragrance around the pool. Same goes for gardenias and camellias if you live in a zone where they can grow outside all year. If not plant them in containers and move them inside during the winter. How about some sweetshrub (Calycanthus) for fragrance. For privacy, use any tall shrubs. They don't necessarily have to be evergreen unless your pool is open year round. I'm sure there's a lot of stuff that I left out, but these are the basics that I can come up with right off the top of my head. Hope this helps
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∙ 16y agoI have worked around a saltwater pool for years a variety of plants grow near it. They are all down hill from it so they cop the brunt of the salt water and overflow during rain and it has done them no harm at all. I think it makes practically no difference to any plants. There is only a very small amount of salt in a saltwater pool.
I would guess whatever plants you would prefer. I don't think it would make a difference whether the pool has saltwater or not.
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∙ 11y agoAs long as your plants are not in the pool or too close for getting wet with splashing,any plant will be fine but always take consideration when it comes to leaves and flowers falling in the pool,it can stain the pool's flooring so just be considerate to your pool guy and your pocket when choosing your plant.
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∙ 15y agoBecause of the evaporation of the pool water. The gas travels to the branches etc, and grows better
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Should I clean my own saltwater pool or do I need a pro?
Cleaning a saltwater pool is no different to a chlorine pool. Checking for pH, chlorine levels, etc. is exactly the same, except you have to also check the salt level in the pool as well. Backwashing filters is also no different. The added component is the chlorinator, which is cleaned by placing it in hydrochloric acid in a bucket. Read up your manual if not sure. Experience: Worked in pool shops.
What are some good plants to plant around your above-ground pool?
Personally, short, well rooted grass is what I think is best. It is out of the way and durable enough to allow for people to walk on it often and comfortably. Well rooted so that it will not uproot and end up in your pool. As far as other plants, just make sure you have enough space between them and your pool to avoid leaves and/or petals in your pool, as they can be annoying to remove.
Can you swap your above ground pool to a saltwater pool?
Yes, it's easy! Just add a saltwater chlorinator between the filter pump and the pool intlet. Then add pool salt. Follow the directions in the manual and you will be swimming in your saltwater pool in 24 hours.
What is the saltwater shore ecosystem like?
Well, a saltwater ecosystem would be a sea of mixed waters as long as it has salt water in it. ~Crystal Waters
How do you keep swimming suit from fading?
It is most likely the chlorine in the pool that fades colours of textiles. Perhaps the amount of chlorine being produced by the saltwater chlorinator is too high. If this is the case adjusting it down will make the pool more comfortable to swim in as well. take a sample of water to a pool shop for testing.
Can you put balashark in well water?
As long as you have a saltwater well...
Trees with non-invasive root systems that you can put around a pool?
Consult a local nursery about this as the answer to this question varies from place to place. as well as with the type of pool you have
What are ways you abused water?
well if you want to know by just not using it for things you really need it forWater plants when not needing tofilling your pool
Where in Pittsburghh PA can you rent out a pool around sq. hill would be best?
well there are two pittsburgs the one in Alabama and the one in California the one in Alabama you cant rent a pool around sq. but the one in ca you can
Will the gravity be enough to grow plants or hold water in a pool on mars?
The gravity will hold water in the pool however the lack of humidity in the atmosphere would probably cause the water to evaporate very rapidly. Plants would have problems as well with this not to mention a requirement for an atmosphere that is composed of the gases they need for them to grow.
What does Saltwater smell like?
well saltwater smells like chlorphine and is found in the most parts of the sea remember this is my opinion of salt water
Is it safe to add live salt water sand to a establish salt water aquarium?
Well, there are 2 types of fish, saltwater fish, and freshwater fish. Only put in saltwater if you own a saltwater fish. Note: Saltwater fish could live safely in freshwater, but freshwater fish will suffocate in saltwater.
