Melaleuca trees to be removed

Unfortunately, the Melaleuca Trees are increasingly becoming a problem. Many were planted too close to pavement and buildings and their large roots keep pushing up the pavement or causing other problems. Last year, two of the trees caused problems with the drainage system. As a result, the Board has decided to remove all Melaleuca Trees that are planted too close to buildings. Those trees that need to be removed will be identified and plans for the areas will be made to replant appropriately to each site.

The Melaleuca trees are the trees with the white peeling bark.

Landscaping Update

We braved the rain to do the walkthrough on February 20th and the sun eventually joined us! Items discussed include the following:

• The light colored mulch in most interior areas will be replaced with a mulch that blends better with the surroundings.
• The next set of improvements will be installed the last week of February. Watch for some changes by the front gate and on Riddell.
  
• For the next few weeks Jensen will focus on pruning plants away from the buildings in preparation for the upcoming painting.
• We took a look at the location on the bicycle path behind 23 Parfait where a tree was requested. There are two pittosporums already there that will eventually provide the desired privacy screening. Jensen will fertilize these plants and make sure they are pruned to promote vertical growth.
• Jensen will provide bid for replacing downed Hopseed tree in area behind Riddell with Acacia tree.
• Jensen will provide bid for removing Pine tree on Riddell.
  

Next Landscape Walkthrough Wednesday 2/20 at 9am

If you would like to join the landscape walkthrough meet at the front gate at 9am. If you are unable to attend the walkthrough, but have items you want addressed, please contact Lyra or post comments here.