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Happy picture of what's probably a Gazania species Happy picture of what's probably a Gazania species thriving between mature agave desmettiana (variegated), in my Brighton client's mature garden. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ She loves how this lovely flower brighten's up that part of the garden. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Some people think they are weedy but this one hasn't been a problem⁠ to date!!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Love her addition to the design and discovering what else has changed since my last garden health check! Pics to follow in subsequent posts of more succulent's she's propagated and added! 💚⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Some interesting things about gazanias that I've found out about:⁠⁠ 🤩they are not native but originate from South Africa⁠⁠ 🤩they are not suitable as cut flowers (flowers close at night).⁠⁠ 🤩they are easy to grow⁠⁠ 🤩they are drought tolerant⁠⁠ 🤩they are pollution tolerant⁠⁠ 🤩they are salt tolerant⁠⁠ 🤩they love full sun (but this one seems to be doing just fine in a partially shaded spot - it doesn't get direct sun)⁠⁠ 🤩they love well-drained soil that is not too rich⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ I think I'm going to try one for my own garden! If I find a spot that is ...! 💚
Simple design executed for a family in Coburg last Simple design executed for a family in Coburg last year. Can't wait to see this garden again in person next month when I do my yearly garden visits!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ What I am looking forward to seeing is how the "grassed" area as taken - hoping that those delicious fluffy balls have filled out completely or almost ... anyway can't wait to see them flowing in the slight breeze that runs through the client's front garden!!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ So watch this space for some updated garden pics! 💚
Did you know that decorative tiles can provide the Did you know that decorative tiles can provide the perfect base for your outside areas? Not only do they look great and are easy to maintain, they are also more likely to be able to withstand the extremes in temperatures.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ This pretty yellow feature terrazzo tile gives the the surrounding grey tile some pop. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Thankful to have been able to go to Italy a few years ago and experience these beautiful artisan pieces!! 💚
"In joy or sadness, flowers are our constant frien "In joy or sadness, flowers are our constant friends." ~Kokuzo Okakura⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Actually I didn't think about it until I came across this quote. Isn't it such a poetic way to express how friends and and family comfort us is our moments of sadness and joy?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ What flower brings you that comfort or joy? Would love to hear what yours is! 💚
How interesting are these? What do you think? Love How interesting are these? What do you think? Love to hear your thoughts!!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ I absolutely love it when someone handles the garden creatively. I'm thinking Alice in Wonderland here actually! But maybe the design intent seems to be creating a dialogue between art and garden design (my 2 favourite topics!! 💚) Anyway, I think that someone has had some fun clipping some english box to snake around some apple trees. Who would have thought!!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Yeah it's a lot of work that will be involved in maintaining these but isn't the whole idea of your outdoor space being an extension of yourself. Somewhere you can be free and uninhibited; somewhere you can relax. So why not use our imagination and create something special like this whilst you're at it?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ The key thing though, I believe, is that it doesn't have to be for anyone else, its for you. If this is what you really want then aim for it. If you can't maintain it then be reasonable about it in that you can reduce the scale or budget towards outsourcing the maintenance!!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ So win win any way you look at it!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ My thoughts anyway, and yes something I'd LOVE in my own garden. 💚⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Repost picture from @seb_gardener⁠.⁠⁠ The garden of Grand Launay in Lanrivain south of Guingamp (Côtes-d'Armor), France.
British designer Lucy Fergus salvages industrial s British designer Lucy Fergus salvages industrial silicone off-cuts to create artworks and products ranging from large-scale installations, furniture and lighting to jewellery and key rings. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ How cute is this bright red silicone elephant? Would you like it in your garden? My kids would!!! 💚⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Repost @madeoutofwhat⁠
Tree dahlia ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Common name: Tree dahlia Tree dahlia ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Common name: Tree dahlia⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Botanical name: Dahlia imperialis⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Description: Herbaceous perennial, 3-5m (10-15′) tall. Native to Mexico, Central America and Colombia, they have thick bamboo-like stems, large bipinnate leaves and clusters of single lavender flowers with yellow centres. Single or double white flowering forms are also available.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Best climate: Tree dahlias will flourish in most areas (including sub-tropical and cold regions) but flowering can be ruined by frosts.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 📷 of my very own tree dahlia. Pink form - its bigger than my palm!! I love walking to that part of the garden when its flowering as it really brightens up that space!! Do try this plant as its so easy going. Just needs an annual prune and tolerates relatively dry shade!💚
For a lovely family in Cranbourne South! 💚⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Can't wait to see this being built! Absolutely love the materials chosen and how contemporary it feels whilst being "homey" and not "industrial".⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Loved being able to present it to my clients in 3D as it enabled them to view the differences created by the use of different colours and materials and then make an informed decision on which ones suited them best!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ There are some unique plants which I've not presented in previous designs but have been dying to use. Can't wait to source them and get them planted making this frontscape amazing, not to mention the custom steel artwork and letterbox currently being worked on! ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ So watch this space!!! 💚 ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠
Ever since I can remember I have been fascinated b Ever since I can remember I have been fascinated by traditional patterns found in carpentry, metal work etc.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ These designs, such as this wonderful beach artistry are mesmerising and rich in detail from every angle you look at.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ There are patterns within patterns, creating a dialogue within the artwork itself and with its surrounding space.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ It's story unfolding over space and time. You get to tell the story and experience it at the same time. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ What does this design invoke in you? 💚⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Repost @dutchbeachart⁠⁠
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