How do I create a Mediterranean garden?
If you would like to enjoy a holiday feeling all year round, why not give your garden a Mediterranean makeover? With the right plants, colours and materials, you can create a Southern European atmosphere wherever you live.
Shape and colour
The Mediterranean region is naturally hilly, and gardens often feature different levels. You can recreate this effect in your own garden with raised borders edged with large cobbles. Add groups of pots in different sizes, from traditional terracotta pots to colourful alternatives. Give your fence, garage or shed a summery colour, such as Greek azure blue or the soft pastel tones of Tuscany.
Southern plants
Not all Mediterranean plants are hardy enough to withstand cold winters, but many varieties will thrive in more northern climates. Certain fig trees, such as Brown Turkey, are surprisingly hardy, while grapes and fragrant herbs such as lavender, thyme and rosemary also grow well. Other varieties may need some extra protection during winter. Olive trees can be wrapped and their roots covered with straw during colder months. Oleander and brugmansia are best planted in pots so they can be moved indoors for the winter.
Eye-catching paving
The squares of Mediterranean towns and cities often feature eye-catching decorative paving in a variety of colours and striking patterns, providing great inspiration for a Mediterranean garden terrace. You can lay clay pavers in circular patterns, such as circles and fan shapes. Combine clay pavers with areas of natural stone or ceramic tiles for extra variation. Gravel, shells or pebbles can also create an attractive effect. By varying your garden paving, you can keep your Mediterranean garden feeling bright and sunny, even during the darker months of winter.
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