Resilient Landscaping

During the flooding from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024, a surprising amount and variety of vegetation survived (or came back) despite having been submerged in salt water for hours or even days.  Look around the island for plants, shrubs, and trees that have been here for a long time, and use those on your own property. 

Further, if you choose plants that are drought-tolerant as well as salt-tolerant, you should find that you don't have to water/irrigate them once they are established.  Just do an internet search for "salt-tolerant and drought-tolerant plants".

Finally, wood mulch is known to clog our storm drains during flood events.  St. Armands residents are encouraged to consider crushed shell, pebbles/rocks, etc...