Design the guest experience first
A Ficus may frame an entrance, create shade over a courtyard, anchor a pool landscape or provide an established garden atmosphere. Define the intended experience before reviewing nursery options.
Arrival and entrance specimens
For a feature tree, assess the primary viewing direction, relationship to architecture, crown scale, trunk expression and night-lighting position. Confirm crane access, turning radius and the route from unloading point to planting location.
Courtyard and gathering shade
Review crown spread, clear trunk, seating layout, circulation and expected maintenance. The planting volume, irrigation, reflected heat and local professional advice must be coordinated with the selected form.
Repeated resort planting
For avenues, villas or grouped spaces, define size bands and acceptable variation. Compare the whole proposed group, not only the strongest individual trees.
Evidence needed before approval
- Current full-tree views from multiple directions
- Height, crown spread, clear trunk and root-ball dimensions
- Individual ID for feature trees or a batch rule for repeated groups
- Preparation plan and expected visual changes
- Loading and destination access assumptions
Plan establishment with the destination team
Selection should be coordinated with the project landscape consultant, contractor and local horticultural professionals. Climate response, soil, irrigation and aftercare depend on the destination and site conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Can a hero image be used to approve a specimen?
No. Approval should rely on current multi-angle evidence, measurements and a clear identity record.
Should all resort trees match?
Not necessarily. Feature areas may value individual character, while repeated spaces need more consistent ranges.