[Mrs. Robinson]

Originally Posted by SouthOfTheBorder

What plants/landscaping would you use in each of the 45,000+ yards in The Villages to eliminate the “cookie cutter” look?

Don

Change the cookie cutter look? It can be done very easily.

Change the shape/curve of what TV does in the front of every house.
Use different color/type stone borders other than what everyone who has landscaping installed uses.
Practically all landscapers have utilized the same type and color in their borders.
Use brick, stepping stones, flagstone, etc., to change the look and color.

Be aware of shape, type, texture, color and form in choosing plants and shrubs; all green plants are not the same shade of green. Don't go overboard with variegated shrubs and plants. Plant some colorful seasonal annuals.

Utilize an interesting planted pot, waterfall or other water feature, a bird bath, edging or mulch.
A little stone here or there, etc., looks nice.
Many of these things can become a focal point to draw your eye.

It doesn't have to cost a lot of money.
Do what you can afford.
A few changes can be a totally new look.

Any more information and I would have to charge you!