how to create a mediterranean garden
how to create a mediterranean garden
A Mediterranean garden will whisk you away to warmer climates with an abundance of hot tones, plumy textures and intense fragrance. A glamorous garden setting where unusual and exotic blooms take centre stage in key focal points. A popular aspiration to many of us who require tranquil serenity, a feeling of being on a constant getaway. Let's have a little look into how to create a mediterranean garden.
Where to start
You can create a Mediterranean garden almost anywhere so long as you have a site that has exposure to a sheltered, sunny spot with well-drained soil. You may wish to amend heavy soil with a generous amount of organic matter and mix thoroughly to the native area to improve drainage whilst enriching the planting area.
What should I plant?
- Mediterranean gardens bring exotic tones to any style with the inclusion of palms, climbing vines and colourful containers and structures. Plant a climbing Trachelospermum, which will exude sumptuous jasmine-like scents, create a wall of evergreen colour and will increases the visitation of local bees and butterflies. Invest in plenty of mosaic features and terracotta pots of differing shades to bring a warming and exotic touch to your gardens reminiscent of the style. Fragrant herbs such as Lavender, Rosemary and Thyme are an attractive choice alongside pathways and at the entrance of buildings. Include palms such as Trachycarpus that will grace a pot or border with a hint of the tropics throughout summer. Citrus trees will conjure an alluring aroma, taking you back to your favourite holidays with sweet scents of lemon and orange. Flowers such as Coreopsis and Agapanthus are best planted in small batches to create dreamy structure and colour. Bedding such as Pelargoniums make a great choice to fill a container, they are relatively drought tolerant and will thrive in sunny spots too!
