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GARDENING

GARDEN OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to our December Garden winners: Mr and Mrs Crous of 6 McNulty Avenue

A modern oasis

T his contemporary garden reflects sleek design and delicate blooms, while Aristida junciformis grasses sway gracefully in

architectural ingenuity.
the breeze, adding texture and movement to the landscape.
Approaching the property, visitors are greeted by a driveway that A non-indigenous Blue Fountain bush takes centre stage, its vibrant
challenges conventional norms. The spaces between the paving blue flowers adding to the garden’s allure.
are not filled with concrete or gravel, but instead are adorned
with grass in a technique known as “turf paving”. This innovative Being predominantly indigenous in nature, the garden serves as a
landscaping choice blurs the lines between the man-made and the celebration of South Africa’s rich botanical diversity. Each plant is
organic. thoughtfully placed and a series of colours, shapes and textures
results, blending seamlessly with the home’s modern architecture.
The garden unfolds as a harmonious composition of indigenous
South African flora. Helichrysum odoratissimum, also known as The overall ambience is one of natural serenity. Plant selection
African sage, graces the garden with its aromatic presence, creating and meticulous design evoke a sense of being in a wild, untouched
a sensory journey for those who wander through. Pelargonium landscape, despite the proximity to a modern dwelling. It’s a case of
sidoides, the South African geranium, adds bursts of colour with its the contemporary and the natural being in perfect balance.

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