Soft and Hard Elements in the Town Square of Bangli

Abstract

Soft and hard elements are mandatory components in the garden. Both of these elements play an important role to give the impression of beauty in the garden. This study aims to find out what are the soft and hard elements in Bangli City Square Park. The location of this research was carried out in Bangli City Square Park. The determination of the research location was carried out deliberately with the consideration that this location is strategic and is in the center of Bangli City so that it becomes an attraction for visitors. Data collection techniques using the method of observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis used is descriptive analysis by describing the hard and soft elements and their maintenance techniques. The research results showed that there were 15 soft elements consisting of Litchi chinensis, Zoysia Japonic, Hibiscus, Terminalia mantaly, Plumeria, Cocos nucifera, Bougainvillea, Casuarinaceae, Streblus asper, Arenga pinnata, Cycas, Cactaceae, Garcinia mangostana, Saraca asoca, Cyrtostachys lace and there are 4 felt elements consisting of statues, trash cans, ponds, garden lights.