Cape Coral, Lee County
Landscape design and pavers in Cape Coral
Cape Coral has more canals than almost anywhere on earth, and its homes are built around them: pool cages, lanais and backyards that face the water. We design the pavers, planting and lighting that make those spaces feel finished.
What we design and build in Cape Coral
Designing in Cape Coral
Three things every Cape Coral plan accounts for
- 01
The canal
With more than 400 miles of canals, many Cape lots live toward the water. The backyard becomes a sequence: lanai, pool deck, lawn or terrace, seawall, view. We design it as one.
- 02
Reclaimed-water irrigation
Much of Cape Coral irrigates with reclaimed water, and watering days are set by the City. We choose plants and lay out zones that do well with it.
- 03
Burrowing owls
The burrowing owl is Cape Coral's official city bird, and burrows are protected under state rules. If owls are on or next to your lot, the design keeps its distance.
Curb appeal on a grid
Making a Cape Coral home stand out
Cape Coral's streets are long and regular, and many homes share the same footprint. The front landscape is what sets one apart: a paver drive and walkway instead of plain concrete, a palm grouping at the corner of the house, layered beds that carry color across the facade, and lighting that makes the house read at night.
Out back, most homes have a pool cage. The best upgrades work with it: a new deck in pavers or travertine, planters and a water feature inside the cage, and planting outside that softens the screen and frames the canal.
Designing in Cape Coral? Let's talk about your property.
Request a consultation for your Cape Coral home, or call our Fort Myers showroom.
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It is my 2nd time to hire Lombardo Landscaping. This time they installed pavers in front and to the side of my property. What a big difference and beautiful enhancement for my property.
Across the Cape
Cape Coral areas we design for
Gulf-access canal homes, freshwater canal lots and inland neighborhoods across the city.
- Southeast Cape
- Southwest Cape
- Yacht Club area
- Cape Harbour
- Tarpon Point
- Gulf-access canal homes
- Freshwater canal lots
- North Cape
Picture this on your Cape Coral property.
From the portfolio
More Lombardo landscapes
White Mediterranean estate with Italian cypress and a formal front garden
Tropical garden room with a Bismarck palm, statue and lawn
Backyard garden of palms and shrubs around a lawn, with path lights
New construction home with a fresh landscape installation and cypress accents
Curved stone-edged bed of annuals beside a screened pool
Raised stone planter and lawn alongside a screen enclosure
FAQ
Landscaping questions from Cape Coral
What is the watering schedule in Cape Coral?
Watering days are set by the City of Cape Coral and assigned by address, and much of the city irrigates with reclaimed water. Check the City's current schedule for your address; we design irrigation zones and plant choices around it.
Can you landscape near a burrowing owl burrow?
Burrowing owls are protected in Florida, and work near an active burrow is restricted. If owls are present, we plan the work to keep a respectful distance and follow the rules that apply.
Are pavers a good choice for Cape Coral driveways and pool decks?
Yes. Pavers flex with the soil instead of cracking, drain better than slabs and can be repaired unit by unit. See paver driveways and pool decks.
How do I make the most of a canal-front backyard?
Treat it as one sequence from the lanai to the seawall: extend the deck if you need room, keep planting low toward the water, add privacy at the sides, and light the path to the dock.
Nearby
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Tell us about your Cape Coral property.
Tell us about your Cape Coral home, the canal out back and the pool cage, and a designer will call to plan your consultation.