Page 24 - Silver Lakes July Issue 2023

GARDEN OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to our July Garden winner, Ms S van Heerden of 25 Village Green, Gleneagles Drive.

A botanical oasis

estled beside bustling Gleneagles The Strelitzias are all elegance and grandeur. beauty embodying the owner’s fascination
Drive lies a captivating front Standing tall and proud, these majestic blooms with the extraordinary. Thriving without
Ngarden that reflects the owner’s create a focal point. Adding to the garden’s soil, these plants are resilient.
love of plants. It’s a remarkable showcase allure are the Marlothii Aloes, reaching for the
of diversity, attention to detail and sky with their commanding presence. Among Completing the scene are carefully
boundless care. The garden is a tapestry their formidable leaves lies the promise of arranged pots and pebbles, and charming
of colour, texture and form, meticulously flowers. decorations, all selected to show off the
arranged to create a captivating display. plants, add depth and flair, and enhance
Upon closer inspection of this botanical oasis, the aesthetic appeal of the garden.
A delightful variety of succulents take you’ll discover a collection of Bromelias that,
centre stage. From the velvety greens to with their elegant forms, infuse the garden with Clearly, this small yet captivating
the striking blues, purples, and fiery reds, whimsy and joy. The air plants, also known as front garden is a labour of love – an
they reflect the owner’s knack of curating Old Man’s Beard, add a sense of enchantment. embodiment of the owner’s fascination
a visually stunning collection. These ethereal epiphytes hang gracefully, their with and appreciation for plants.

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