b'palm(Cycasrevoluta),Ponytailpalm(Beaucarnea recurvata) and yukkas. Carpets of clipped star jasmine a few tips have been used as a groundcover to soften the effect of the spiky leaves. The plant is naturally a climber and requires pruning to retain the at effect the designer on pool care was after. There are few natives in the garden, although it does feature Griselinia lucida, with its bold, tropical leaves,andGriselinialittoralis,usedasahedgeto 1. conceal the pool fence, and as a second barrier about Regular servicing of your swimming pool motor and pump will ensure good water circulationthe immediate spa surroundings. andhelppreventnastiesfromgrowingin the water. Sited at one corner of the pool, the bure or gazebo conveys the impression that it 2. Reviewltercartridgesorltergridsona frequent basis and make sure lter baskets areis oating on the water.kept clean. Its also important the pool lter runs for the right amount of time each day for your climate and pool sizeits hard to keep poolThe garden and pool connect well with the three-year-chemicals balanced in nutrient-rich water. old house, which is constructed from Hinuera stone. The lounge looks out over the pool and garden, while a half-3. Regular vacuuming will also help keep unwanted circle concrete deck leads to a winding path running about material out of the pool. 10 metres down to the pool, which can be accessed from 4. pools like consistency in the battletwo sides. The lawn in the pool area features oversized Swimming againstpoolalgae.Keepaconstanteyeonstepping stones to provide a crossing to the paving. The the pH of the water and the level of sanitisingdesigner was keen to minimise the expanse of hard area product required. and keep the surroundings soft, with plenty of greenery.5. Ittakesonlysecondsforachildtodrown.Sitedatonecornerofthepool,thebureorgazeboEven though your pool fence will be regularlyconveys the impression that it is oating on the water. inspected by your local council, make sure it isInspiredbytheHowesvisitstoFiji,itsthatchedroof well maintained between inspections, and thatprovides shade in the summer and shelter in the winter. all gates close and lock securely. Materials for the kitset bure and thatched roof panels 6. Makesureyourenotstackingrewoodorwere sourced from Brustics by a local supplier. The pool iscompost,oranythingelsethatcouldbefenced with brushwood on two sides of the garden, with climbed by young feet, close to a pool fence.a coated steel fence, front and back. The rear fence is Keep overhanging tree branches well trimmedalready screened by trees. back too. 7. Makesureevenolderchildrenarefully supervised when using pool toys or buoyancy aids. It is easy for them to become so condent they exceed their swimming capabilities or play too roughly, inviting accident.8. Ensurepoolsurroundsstone,concreteordeckingare kept mould-free with a product like Resene Moss & Mould Killer to stop them becoming slippery when wet. Just make sure any chemicals you use dont get into the pool water, as they will affect its balance.122 |'