Creating a beautiful and welcoming front garden is one of the easiest ways to boost your home’s street appeal. At Harriott, we’re dedicated to fostering a sustainable and vibrant neighbourhood, and that starts right at your front door.
Keep reading to discover some helpful front landscaping tips, as well as some of the initiatives we implement to keep our community looking beautiful all year round.
5 Tips for Your Front Landscaping
Check the Harriott Design Guidelines
Before you get started, be sure to review Harriott’s landscaping design guidelines. These guidelines ensure your garden fits within the aesthetic of our community and complies with council regulations so you’re on the right track from day one.
Work with your environment
At Harriott, we encourage you to select plants that thrive in our local climate. Native plants are a great option as they require less water and attract local wildlife. Choosing hardy, drought-tolerant species will keep your garden looking fresh year-round with minimal maintenance.
Consider the structure
A well-designed front garden should have balance and structure. Opt for a mix of low shrubs, feature trees, and ground cover plants to create layers of interest. Make sure to leave enough space between plants for growth and avoid overcrowding, which can lead to higher maintenance needs later.
Incorporate mulch
Mulching is a great way to keep your garden looking tidy while reducing water evaporation and suppressing weeds. Apply a generous layer of mulch around your plants and trees to promote healthy soil and conserve moisture.
Plan for the future
Design your garden with growth in mind. Trees and shrubs will mature, so think about their long-term size when planting. Also, consider seasonal changes – choosing a mix of evergreen and deciduous plants will ensure your garden stays vibrant throughout the year.
Free Front Landscaping Packages
As part of Jinding’s commitment to creating a beautiful and sustainable community at Harriott, we are proud to offer a free front landscaping package for select lots. Designed by landscape architects at Spiire, each garden is carefully curated to complement Harriott’s natural environment.
Eligible residents can choose from four stunning garden designs, each featuring native plants, mulch, and a feature tree:
- Relaxed Coastal Garden: A seaside-inspired palette with low, silvery shrubs, russet grasses, and bird-attracting flowers.
- Colourful Cottage Garden: A vibrant and sunny design with soft foliage and bursts of seasonal colour.
- Bold Contemporary Garden: A modern, low-maintenance garden with drifts of classic shrubs and grasses.
- Bush Garden: A native garden with shrubs and flowers that attract local birds.
Learn all about the landscaping process and FAQs here.
Lawn & Order Awards
We love rewarding our residents for their dedication to keeping Harriott beautiful. Every month, we recognise one homeowner who has gone above and beyond in maintaining their front garden with the Lawn & Order Award. The winner each month receives a $100 Bunnings voucher as a token of appreciation for their efforts.
Nature Strip Maintenance
It is a council requirement that each resident is responsible for the maintainenance of the nature strip adjacent to their lot. For detailed guidelines, you can contact the City of Greater Geelong for advice on how to best care for these areas.
Landscape Request Cut-Off Date
The next cut-off date for landscaping applications is 31 October 2024. Residents must submit their Landscaping Request Form before the deadline to be in the next batch of installations. View the cut-off date and access the request form here.
We hope you found this landscaping information helpful. Let’s work together to keep Harriott blooming!