Plants to Avoid Poolside

Not all plants are pool-friendly — and choosing the wrong ones can lead to more maintenance, more mess, and even damage. This collection brings together plants that are best avoided near pools due to issues like invasive roots, heavy leaf or flower drop, high pollen, or a tendency to attract pests.

Whether it’s mess that clogs up filters, roots that seek out moisture, or debris that constantly needs clearing — the plants in this list are known to cause challenges in poolside settings.

Browse to find out what to steer clear of, and make smart choices that help keep your pool area clean, low-maintenance, and hassle-free.

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  • Malus domestica 'Pink Lady' Apple - Evergreen Trees Direct Malus domestica 'Pink Lady' Apple - Evergreen Trees Direct
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    Callistemon salignus

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  • Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'
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  • Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa' Plum - Evergreen Trees Direct Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa' Plum - Evergreen Trees Direct
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    Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa' Plum

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  • Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum
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    $250.00 - $555.00
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  • Eucalyptus cladocalyx 'Nana' (Dwarf Sugar Gum) - Evergreen Trees Direct Eucalyptus cladocalyx 'Nana' (Dwarf Sugar Gum) - Evergreen Trees Direct
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    $250.00
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    Eucalyptus pauciflora 'Little Snowman'

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    $250.00
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    $250.00 - $555.00
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  • Eucalyptus baueriana - Evergreen Trees Direct Eucalyptus baueriana - Evergreen Trees Direct
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  • Eucalyptus mannifera ssp maculosa - Evergreen Trees Direct Eucalyptus mannifera ssp maculosa - Evergreen Trees Direct
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    $250.00 - $570.00
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  • Eucalyptus melliodora 35AP Evergreen Trees Direct
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    $250.00
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    Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum

    $250.00
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  • Eucalyptus Maniffera - Brittle Gum Eucalyptus Maniffera - Brittle Gum
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    $250.00
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  • Eucalyptus viminalis Eucalyptus viminalis
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    $250.00
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  • Eucalyptus gunnii Eucalyptus gunnii
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    $250.00
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    Callistemon Viminnalis 'Slim'

    $250.00
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  • Eucalyptus robusta – Swamp Mahogany Eucalyptus robusta – Swamp Mahogany
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    $555.00
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  • Eucalyptus Microcarpa - Grey Box Eucalyptus Microcarpa - Grey Box
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    $555.00
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    $250.00 - $555.00
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    Eucalyptus Grandis - Flooded Gum

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  • Acacia Mearnsii - Black Wattle - Evergreen Trees Direct Acacia Mearnsii - Black Wattle - Evergreen Trees Direct
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    Acacia Mearnsii - Black Wattle

    $250.00
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    Acacia Floribunda - Gossamer Wattle

    $250.00
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  • Eucalyptus leucoxylon 'Rosea' (Pink Flowering Yellow Gum) - Evergreen Trees Direct Eucalyptus leucoxylon 'Rosea' (Pink Flowering Yellow Gum) - Evergreen Trees Direct
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    $250.00 - $1,300.00
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    $2,100.00 - $6,700.00
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  • Eucalyptus cladocalyx - Evergreen Trees Direct Eucalyptus cladocalyx - Evergreen Trees Direct
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    $555.00
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  • Pinus Halipensis - Evergreen Trees Direct Pinus Halipensis - Evergreen Trees Direct
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    $120.00
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    Eucalyptus robusta 'Matong'

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