Madison, AL Landscaping Rules: Native Plants (2026)

There is no ordinance requiring native or indigenous species on a private residential lot; plant choice is up to the owner. On development and parking-area landscaping, Section 7-5 requires areas not covered by buildings or pavement to be landscaped per the Plant Material Standards, and requires grass or other permanent ground cover installed and maintained on all parts of the required landscaped area. Permitted ground covers include low plants like Liriope, English ivy, and periwinkle, plus organic mulches; inorganic materials such as pebbles or pavers may not exceed 10 percent of the landscaped area. Species must be approved by the Planning Director.