However counter-intuitive a "tropical" landscape may sound for a climate such as ours, an amazing array of plants and micro-climates can afford the creation of a lush, diverse landscape without the associated additional water. Mediterranean climate-appropriate tropical landscapes may include plants with bold colors, highly contrasting foliage, large flowers, and a variety of textural qualities. In addition, there are many water-saving techniques such as greywater and rainwater harvesting that, if implemented, can greatly reduce any environmental guilt one may have while desiring a tropical landscape.

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