Landscaping and Coastal Areas

Landscaping on the Massachusetts coast is no easy task. The wind, salt spray, occasional far-reaching storm waves, and shifting, parched, sandy soil that can thwart even the most seasoned gardeners. But with the right plants, you can attain a flourishing coastal landscape and spend less time, money, and labor in the process. Other benefits include enhanced visual appeal of your coastal property, preservation of the natural character of the coastal environment, habitat for wildlife, a filter for pollution, and natural protection from storm damage and erosion.


A conservation buffer should enhance natural resources such as soil, water, air quality and provide wildlife habitat. Please see the guidelines below for plantings at properties in conservation buffers or coastal environments. 


Guidelines for Planting Within the 100 Foot Buffer

Herbaceous Plant List for Conservation Buffers

Trees & Shrubs for Coastal Environments


Follow the links embedded in the pictures below to learn more!

Sample Lanscape Plan for a Coastal Bank

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Sample Landscape Plan for an Existing Seawall

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Sample Landscape Plan for a Coastal Dune

Dunes (Ellie Lawrence)