WESLY N PAR K RESIDENT
LANDSCAPE GUIDE INTRODUCTION
REQUIREMENTS
One of Sunbridge’s primary missions is to establish a distinctive and inspiring setting for community living — a community founded on the idea that spending time in nature is essential to living well.
In order to remain in agreement with the community landscaping standards, homeowners must abide by these requirements:
Soil Amendments Before new landscape plants or trees are installed, the homeowner must add soil amendments like compost to the area to promote proper growth. The organic matter percentage and amendments must add up to at least 4% to improve the soil’s texture, pH balance, water retention and available nutrients.
The community’s landscaping reflects this and is designed based on the goals of the Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program, which focuses on predominantly native plants and protecting water resources.
Approved Plants and Trees Sunbridge has provided a list of predominantly native, non-invasive, and drought-resistant approved plants and trees that can be planted on your home’s lot with HOA approval. Please refer to this list before planning or altering your landscaping. All landscape modifications must be submitted to the HOA for approval.
It is important to use predominantly native, drought-tolerant plants in each home’s landscaping. These selected plants require little maintenance, meaning low water and fertilizer use and minimal environmental impact.
Lawn Species
The principles in this guide and the community landscape manual are designed to allow each homeowner their individual style while helping to establish and maintain Sunbridge’s connection to Florida’s View Community natural landscape. Landscape Manual
Lawns should be minimal and should not be the focus of the yard. “Argentine” Bahia varieties are the preferred sod standard unless otherwise approved by the review board. Any sod located in the rear yard must be unirrigated. Synthetic turf may be installed in any private yard in lieu of or in addition to sod. View approved Mulch Materials
Mulching Only mulches made from sustainable resources should be used, and pine straw is the preferred mulch material. Mulching promotes sustainable landscaping by helping keep the plant roots moist and discourage weed growth.
ESTABLISHMENT PERIOD 30 DAYS
It takes some time for plants to fully establish rooting once they are planted. The municipality’s Water Authority provides 30 days for the establishment of any newly installed plant or tree. The watering schedule for establishment is as follows: EVERYDAY for 10 days
View approved Plants and Trees
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EVERY OTHER DAY for 10 days
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EVERY 3 DAYS for 10 days
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