A Mediterranean garden is one that is adapted to soil and
Mediterranean climate characterized by hot days, winters not as strong, some
drought period and plants with a very strong aroma. It is not the same as a
xeriscape which optimizes water use to a minimum, rather it is a garden adapted
to the Mediterranean climate. Spain, Italy, Greece, Morocco are among the
countries taking the lead in Mediterranean gardens because in these places this
climate prevails.
It is true that this type of garden design is to live in a
Mediterranean climate or at least a lot like this climate. What characterized
the Mediterranean garden and What species can be planted in this kind of
garden?
The most important elements of a Mediterranean garden are
lush trees and flowers and plants brightly colored and very aromatic. It is
also common to create some space where there are rock gardens herbs such as
Lavender, Rosemary and Thyme. The aroma and color are two essential elements of
a Mediterranean garden.
What kind of trees can be planted in a Mediterranean garden?
The pines are ideal for this type of garden. They are also typical of such
gardens Palms, olive and fig trees. Besides having a beautiful appearance with
a delicious aroma. Ideally, leafy shade are to have a strictly Mediterranean
style.
The species of plants can be grown in a Mediterranean garden
are carnations, lilies, jasmine, oleander and others. These plants are summer,
easy to maintain and do not need as much water as other species. Remember to
plant species must be resistant to heat and direct sunlight, since that is the
main characteristic of the Mediterranean climate.
Mediterranean gardens are colorful and attractive so it is
good to include items such as brightly colored pots, mosaic paths with
attractive designs. If you design a space with pebbles can paint the stones of
different colors or with colors that blend with the rest of the garden or house
such as doors, windows and even the tiles.
Given these two premises of the Mediterranean garden: colors
and delicious aromas more suggestions on what to plant species may be, the rest
is left to his ingenuity and imagination. Make every effort to design a
Mediterranean garden and have the most original garden throughout the area.
