5 tips for that ultimate holiday feeling at home
Do you dream of sun-drenched terraces, sultry evenings under the stars and the relaxing feeling of a holiday on the Mediterranean? Good news: you can bring that atmosphere to your own garden or balcony! With a few smart adjustments and the right plants, you can imagine yourself in Southern Europe all season long.
1. Olive trees, palms & citrus: the basis of your medi-oasis
Mediterranean plants are the mood makers. An olive tree provides a rustic, timeless look, perfect in a large terracotta pot or neatly planted in the open ground. Palms, such as the Trachycarpus, give that tropical touch and are surprisingly winter-hardy. And citrus plants? They bring fragrance, colour and edible fruits. Lemon, mandarin or orange: they not only look delicious, they also smell fantastic.
Tip: Place citrus plants in a sunny spot out of the wind. In winter, it is best to let them overwinter somewhat sheltered.
2. Choose natural materials
Use terracotta pots, rattan chairs, wooden tables and light cushions. Natural materials fit perfectly with the Mediterranean style and create a warm, relaxed atmosphere. It can feel a bit lived in - that gives character.
3. Light shades and white accents
A white wall, a light-coloured parasol or some chalk paint on your old planters: light colours reflect the sunlight and enhance that sunny feeling. Think of the whitewashed houses of Santorini or the sandstone walls of South Франция.
4. Herbs as fragrant mood enhancers
Mediterranean herbs such as rosemary, lavender, thyme and oregano do very well in pots and borders. They are not only beautiful to look at, but also smell wonderful. They also attract bees and butterflies and are handy in the kitchen.
Tip: Plant lavender along a walkway or patio. Every time you walk past it, the scent is released.
5. Mood lighting for long evenings
Lanterns, string lights or candles in glass jars complete the picture. Provide warm, soft lighting and you will be in your own Mediterranean paradise until late in the evening. Combine with a blanket or cushion and your evening is perfect.
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